Full-Day Private Robben Island, Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Tour
Description
Enjoy a full day experience in Cape Town that includes a Robben Island boat trip and and stops at the Boulders Penguins Colony and Cape of Good Hope. This tour includes scenic routes and picturesque stops.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up will be from your hotel / accommodation in Cape Town between 07:00am and 08:00am (time will be communicated day prior to the tour commencement). Please meet your guide at the hotel reception / lobby.
We will travel to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island, where you will proceed directly to the boat departures line. Once you have boarded the shared boat, you will set sail on the open sea to Robben Island Museum. Upon your arrival, you will disembark the boat and be guided on a bus by a resident Robben Island Tour Guide for a tour of the island. The guide will provide live commentary about Robben Island and its history. The tour will culminate with a view of the prison cell where former President Nelson Mandela was held as a prisoner and an opportunity to take a walk in his historical footsteps on The Long March to Freedom. Once the tour of Robben Island has concluded, you will embark the boat for your return back to the V&A Waterfront. The entire tour duration including the boat trips is approximately 4-hours.
After your Robben Island experience, meet the guide upon disembarking from the boat and travel to the Boulders Penguins Colony through the M3. Upon arrival, we visit the African Penguins which can be viewed from the boardwalks that make their way through the dunes and dense vegetation. You may even be fortunate enough to be greeted by one of these enchanting sea creatures along the boardwalk.
Thereafter, we will proceed to the Cape of Good Hope. As we enter into the Cape of Good Hope's main gate, we will drive for a short distance before we see the two navigational beacons with crosses on top of each one: The Dias Cross and da Gama Cross. These monuments were reconstructed to commemorate Vasco da Gama and Bartolomeu Dias as explorers who were the first to reach the Cape. A visit to the Cape of Good Hope is not complete without a photo behind the Cape of Good Hope name board.
Most visitors at the Cape of Good Hope, take the option of a short hike to the Cape Point Lighthouse. However, you are welcome to take the Flying Dutchman Funicular to the lighthouse. Cape Point is the official meeting point of the two ocean currents. Baboons may seem cute, but we advise not to get too close to them as these are wild animals and can become dangerous.
As we leave Cape Point, we will travel through the M65 and pass by Noordhoek Village which is best for coffee stops however, due to time, may be closed. We will stop at the famous Chapmans Peak drive if it is operational. This definitely a photo stop and we advise guests to stay clear from the edges of drive especially in windy weather.
Thereafter, we will drive through Hout Bay, Camps Bay to soak in the scenic route on route to drop you off at your hotel/accommodation or requested drop off point.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Itinerary maybe reversed due to boat availability on Robben Island Peak Season December - January, Pick up time is 6:30 - 7:00am for seamless experience
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration includes travel time.
Reviews(6)
Very interesting & varied. Scenery amazing. We enjoyed our day very much & our guide was very knowledgeable.
Thank you for your wonderful review! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Full-Day Private Robben Island, Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Tour. Robben Island is such a profound and historical site, and it’s fantastic to know that you found the experience both interesting and varied. The scenery throughout the day, from the breathtaking views at Cape of Good Hope to the lively penguin colonies, truly showcases the beauty of this incredible region. Our knowledgeable guides are passionate about sharing their insights, and it’s great to hear that they enhanced your adventure. We hope you can join us again for another unforgettable journey with Kasi Africa Safari & Tours, where we can explore even more of Cape Town's hidden gems together! 🐧⛴️🏞️ Regards Mbali Kasi Africa Safari & Tours
Ray is an excellent guide. He was punctual, made sure we were comfortable, accommodated all our requests and was a font of knowledge. He gave us bite sized information without overwhelming us. We look forward to booking with him again.
Dear Valued Client Thank you for this world-class review being witness to our excellent services and well-trained guides. We are glad Ray went above and beyond your expectations. Ray also looks forward to guiding you in the near future, until then, Stay well. Kind regards Kasi Africa Safari & Tours
Wonderful experience with our Driver/Tour Guide: Mr. Talent. He's literally so talented: very friendly, kind and knowledgeable about the history of South Africa! It was great visiting the iconic Robben Island museum and having a guided tour of the place in a bus (the highlights were learning about the heartbreaking story of Robert Sobukwe; taking photos at the huge photoframe with Table Mountain in the background and buying a little painting of the island & fridge magnet as souvenirs) at a stop; and seeing the infamous limestone quarry at which political prisoners were subjected to 8 hours of daily hard labor. We were then handed over to a former inmate who spent 7years at the infamous jail. He narrated his harrowing ordeal and the tour culminated into visiting Nelson Mandela's jail cell: 466/64. The place has such huge historical, political and cultural significance on South Africa's past, present and future! We then sailed back to the Waterfront on the mighty Atlantic Ocean, and caught glimpses of Dolphins and Seals in the water. After, we drove across town to the Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope. What an honor it was to "walk in the footsteps" of the great Portuguese explorers: Vasco da Gama & Bartolomeu Dias, and hiking up the historic old Lighthouse (1860-1919). The icing on the cake was photo moments at the Cape of Good Hope (the furthest Southern point of the African continent and witnessing the point where the Atlantic & Indian oceans meet. A day I'll never forget! :)
Dear Valued Client It warms our hearts to receive such warm, detailed reviews we appreciate it and use it to go beyond what we already offer. We are glad you had a great time with Talent and we look forward to seeing you again on another trip. Stay well Kind regards Kasi Africa Safari & Tours
Ray, our guide, was knowledgable, friendly and accommodating in terms of stops. He made the day really enjoyable with good attention to detail and making sure we had the best experience. Highly recommended!!
Dear Valued Client This review and recommendation warmed our hearts. We are glad Ray went beyond and above your expectations. We look forward to seeing you soon until then safe travels Kind regards Kasi Africa Safari & Tours
I cannot express enough how AMAZING this tour was. It’s new, so if the one review is off putting to you, all I’ll say is - Be a leader and not a follower… Book it! Ray was a phenomenal guide. As this was the last activity I booked after putting my trip to Cape Town together, I really wish I booked all of our tours with them. Kasi Africa Tours offers an amazing variety of tours on their website. And if their team is as amazing as Ray is, I’m sure these reviews will skyrocket in no time. From beginning to end, the customer service I experienced when I reached out to Ray prior to booking was PHENOMENAL. He was very patient with me through the booking process and once we got to Cape Town, the experience in itself was amazing. Our day started with the Robben Island Tour, then we got lunch upon returning to the marina. Then it was off to Boulder’s Beach where we got to see some penguins and explore the beach ourselves a bit. Next, we headed to Cape of Good Hope. Upon the way we saw some animals (Baboons, Ostriches, etc). Ray stopped every time so we could get some videos and photos, and he even gave us some insight to the animals. When we got to Cape of Hope, we got to roam around and Ray even took some videos and pictures for us! Our scenic drive to Chapman’s peak was so beautiful. Ray gave us the history of the towns we were passing along the way and pointed out some of Cape Town’s treasures as well. The point of Chapman’s peak was gorgeous. We got so many photos and videos at our stop. It was truly an unforgettable experience. Kasi Africa Tours also offers transportation services. So, we luckily got to see our friend Ray again when he took us to our safari. I would HIGHLY recommend them if you’re in Cape Town or visiting for the first time. You will not be disappointed. 12/10!
Good Day Valued Client We are thrilled to see such a world-class review. We strive to provide high-quality services and we are glad Ray went beyond your expectations. If ever you think of visiting again we are here. Safe travels Regards Kasi Africa Safari & Tours
The whole day was fantastic from start to finish. Ray, from the moment he met us at our hotel, was an amazing guide, friendly, courteous, accommodating and so informative on all aspects of the tour….and much more!! We will definitely recommend him to any family or friends and should we be lucky enough to return to Cape Town in the future, we would love him to draw up an itinerary for us (the Garden Route definitely on our wish list!!!) & to be our guide for same. Thank you so much Ray, a truly memorable day. Kieran & Anne, Ireland
Good day Valued Client Thank you for leaving a five-star review of this tour. We appreciate the wonderful recommendation and will provide this fantastic feedback back to your guide. It is encouraging to hear that the experience was magical and that the attractions visited left you with great memories. Travel safe
