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Cape Town Robben Island Guided History Tour tickets

Duration: 6 hours
Destination: South Africa, Western Cape, Cape Town
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  • 6 hours
  • Cape Town
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

The first part takes you via ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years imprisoned. Explore the top sights in Cape Town, such as Robben Island, the V&A Waterfront, and the Two Oceans Aquarium, by taking a guided tour. Travel in luxury in an air-conditioned vehicle and take advantage of the ease of a hotel pickup. Along the way, learn about Africa’s history, the Island's role as a former prison, and hear stories about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence there. Get picked up early from your lodging to begin your day of sightseeing in Cape Town.

Explore the highlights of Robben Island with a guide
Ensures a more personalized experience
Tour offers the opportunity to see Nelson Mandela’s former prison cell

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Robben Island Museum, Cape Town Central 7400 South Africa

Get a guided tour of the prison while learning about South Africa's history, the struggle against oppression, and the thousands of freedom fighters who were imprisoned on Robben Island, including former president Nelson Mandela. Return by ferry to the V&A Waterfront and enjoy some free time to do some shopping or grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants (cost not included). End your day with a visit to the Two Oceans Aquarium. Explore the wonders of the ocean up close as you visit the penguin exhibit, shark exhibit, ocean exhibit, and much more. Learn about the history of South Africa, the fight against oppression, and the thousands of freedom fighters—among them former president Nelson Mandela—who were detained on Robben Island by taking a guided tour of the prison. Take the ferry back to the V&A Waterfront and use your free time to shop or eat at one of the many restaurants (own expense).


Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Two Oceans Aquarium, Alfred Basin, Dock Road V & A Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8002 South Africa

Visit the shark exhibit, the ocean exhibit, the penguin exhibit and much more at Two Oceans Aquarium to cap off your day. After visiting the Two Ocean Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront, you will get up close to sea species such as Penguins, Sharks, Jelly Fish and many more at the Two Ocean Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront. During our time at the V&A Waterfront, you will also have the opportunity to take photographs with incredible views of Table Mountain and the City, as well as to have lunch at your own expense before boarding the ferry to Robben Island.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions
  • Driver, guide & Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Robben Island & Two Ocean Aquarium Tickets included.
  • Entry/Admission - Two Oceans Aquarium
  • Entry/Admission - Robben Island Museum

Exclusions
  • Brunch
  • Gratuities
  • Breakfast
  • Snacks
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Book in advance to avoid disappointment on the day
  • Round-trip transfer from your hotel ensures a hassle-free trip
  • Benefit from the historical insights of your small-group guide
  • See the cell that confined Nelson Mandela for 18 years
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Pickups are available from all hotels in Sea Point and City Centre. Return transportation is also available from all hotels in Sea Point and City Centre.
Those who are prone to seasickness should take seasick medication before boarding, pack a jacket, wear comfortable shoes, and carry food, as the driver will not board the Robben Island boat.
Please have a copy of your passport or a phone. Note that this pertains to return transfers to and from the hotel.


Airports

  • Cape Town Intl Airport, Cape Town Central South Africa


Ports

  • Cape Town International Airport, Matroosfontein, Cape Town, 7490, South Africa


Departure Time

Cape Town Robben Island Guided History Tour tickets
7/17/2023 - 5/1/2025

Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

6 hours


User's Reviews

RebeccaSaah

26 Mar, 2024

Great experience and lots of sorrowful moments and learning moments. Driver was clam and helpful. He made sure I felt comfortable and was welling to extra miles upon my needs.

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