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Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Ticket from Cape Town
Product code 442934P11
From
From USD 59
Dates
Available from Apr 27, 2026
Start times
9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 11:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-1, Child ages 2-17, Adult ages 18-90
Options
South African Citizens Only, International Travelers
Availability, payment, cancellation, and vouchers are completed on Viator after you leave this page.
Duration
3 hours to 4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Booking, payment, cancellation, and vouchers continue on Viator.
From
From USD 59
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Ticket from Cape Town
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Duration
3 hours to 4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Why Travelers Love This
Join our exclusive Robben Island tour for a guaranteed, personalized, and historically rich experience, featuring a storytelling ferry ride and rare insights from a former political prisoner.
Overview
Join our exclusive Robben Island tour for a guaranteed, personalized, and historically rich experience, featuring a storytelling ferry ride and rare insights from a former political prisoner.
What's Included
Included
Former prisoner Guide
Return Robben Island Ferry tickets
Robben Island Museum Entry Ticket and Tour
Choose correct option: International Travel rate, SA ID = “South African Rate
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Nelson Mandela Gateway V&A Waterfront, Dock Road, Cape Town (located at the Clock Tower Precinct) Directions: 1. Head to the V&A Waterfront 2. Look for the red-and-white Clock Tower – a prominent landmark. 3. The Nelson Mandela Gateway is the large modern building right next to it.
End point
Nelson Mandela Gateway V&A Waterfront, Dock Road, Cape Town (located at the Clock Tower Precinct) Directions: 1. Head to the V&A Waterfront 2. Look for the red-and-white Clock Tower – a prominent landmark. 3. The Nelson Mandela Gateway is the large modern building right next to it.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
3 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
Robben Island Museum Tour a powerful journey into South Africa’s history. Here’s what you’ll experience: Highlights of Your Tour: 1. Ferry Ride to the Island 2. Guided Bus Tour of the Island - See key sites, including: - The limestone quarry where political prisoners, including Nelson Mandela, performed hard labor. - The leper colony cemetery (19th-century history). - Maximum Security Prison (where you’ll meet a former political prisoner guide). 3. Walk Through the Prison - Stand in Nelson Mandela’s cell (a deeply moving experience). - Hear firsthand stories from ex-inmates about apartheid’s struggles and triumphs. 4. Panoramic Views & Wildlife - Spot penguins, seals, and seabirds—the island is also a nature reserve!
Pass by stop 2
Pass by stop 2
Enjoy stunning views of Table Mountain and Cape Town’s coastline from the water (great photo opportunity!).
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
What to bring Your passport/ID or a copy of your passport/ID or a photo of your passport/ID on your phone
Other
We will need Full names of all participants in your group. Dates of birth for any minors under 18 years of age
Other
Please note that the confirmation message you received from the Viator /GetYourGuide, and other partners' platform is not your actual ferry ticket, we will issue the ticket a day before the activity.
Other
Please ensure that you add your proper information such as the correct country code and mobile number because your tickets will be sent via WhatsApp or iMessage or email.
Other
For South African travellers, please enter the ID number of each adult in the “Special requirements” box when making the booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.2
132 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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