Robben Island Tour from Cape Town with Tickets and Transfers Discount Tickets

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Overview

Enjoy the seamless combination of convenience and authenticity. With pre-booked ferry tickets and return hotel transfers, your visit to Robben Island is smooth and stress-free from start to finish. Enjoy a powerful guided tour led by a former political prisoner, offering real, first-hand insight into South Africa’s history. Explore the Robben Island Maximum Security Prison and see Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell, making this more than a tour—it’s a meaningful and unforgettable experience.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The entrance is clearly marked and conveniently located near the Red Clock Tower, a prominent landmark situated at the Waterfront.

Pickup Information

If international travellers cannot find their hotel, guesthouse, B&B, or residence listed, kindly email us your pickup address so we can arrange your transfer accordingly. Please wait in your hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time. Our guide/driver will collect you and transfer you to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island. Kindly note that the guide/driver will not board the ferry to Robben Island. If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend taking medication before boarding. Please also bring a light jacket, wear comfortable walking shoes, and carry snacks if needed. Ensure you have a copy of your passport or ID available on your phone for check-in. Please note that this information applies to return transfers to and from your accommodation only.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Robben Island Museum
Your experience begins with an accredited guide/driver who will pick you up from your hotel lobby and transfer you to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island at the V&A Waterfront. The guide will assist you with check-in and direct you to the ferry boarding area. You will board the ferry for a scenic journey across Table Bay to Robben Island, enjoying views of Cape Town and the coastline. On arrival, you will join the official guided tour, starting with a bus tour around the island where you will see key landmarks including the Lime Quarry. The tour continues with a visit to the Robben Island Maximum Security Prison, where you will learn about the history of political prisoners and see Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell. After the tour, return by ferry to the gateway, where your driver will transfer you back to your accommodation.
Duration: 180 mins

Inclusion

Guided bus tour around the island

Pre-booked ferry ticket to Robben Island

Access to the official Robben Island Museum guided tour

Return ferry transfer from Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island

Assistance from accredited guide/driver at departure

Return hotel transfers within Cape Town

Visit to the prison and Mandela’s cell

Exclusion

Food and beverages

Personal expenses

Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

There are no dedicated animal facilities on the island, so guests must plan accordingly

Ferry conditions and weather can also affect comfort and safety for animals

Some areas of Robben Island include uneven terrain and historic buildings, which may limit access for animals

Supplied by Pinnacle Africa Tours

Reviews

4.8

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 39 reviews

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