Robben Island Ferry Ticket &Guided Prison Tour with Pick-up& back
Description
Get skip-the line for tickets access to the Robben Island Ferry and go behind the scenes"Former political prisoner will take the guests on the bus tour around the island including the cell" and learn more about how the former prisoner become a President of Rainbow National after spending "27-years in prison sentence of Nelson Mandela" the most important is how he become FREEDOM FIGHTER in South Africa.
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will be picked up from the address you provided (within our pickup radius). you will take a shared transfer to the Silo District, where you will be met and taken to the Nelson Mandela Gateway. Here, you will take a shared ferry to the Robben Island Museum, where you will be greeted and given a tour of the island by a former political prisoner. (Please be aware that our driver/tour guide will not be going on the Robben Island Museum tour with you.) The total duration of the excursion, including hotel pickup, is +–5 hours. You will be driven around the island by bus for the duration of the tour, after which you will see Nelson Mandela's jail cell and make the long walk to freedom. Your tour guide/driver will meet you at the Nelson Mandela Gateway entry when you return to the Clock Tower Building.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup and drop-off are included within a 12 km radius of the city centre. Guests outside this area may incur an additional transfer fee. Please be ready 10 minutes before pickup time.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(91)
It was a beautiful and confrontational trip. Our tour guide Fayical was on time, very professional and knowledgeable. The island and the tour itself is another experience. Would highly recommend doing this trip!
What a pleasure it was to share this remarkable experience with you. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. Knowing that the tour made a lasting impression on you is incredibly rewarding. Robben Island is a place of great historical significance, and I am honoured to have been part of your journey in discovering its powerful story. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and I hope your memories of Cape Town stay with you for many years to come.
A memorable and insightful experience. The tour was well organized, the guides were knowledgeable, and the history of Robben Island was presented in a powerful and engaging way. A must - visit for anyone wanting to better understand South Africa's journey to freedom.
Your kind words are greatly appreciated. It is rewarding to know that the tour was both engaging and educational, leaving a lasting impression of this important historical landmark.
Amazing experience to visit this place and very humbled by our guide who was a former prisoner there. Well worth a trip Saw a whale on boat trip back.
We are pleased to hear that you found the experience both memorable and inspiring. Having the opportunity to learn from a former prisoner offers a unique and powerful perspective on this important chapter of history. We're also delighted that you enjoyed a whale sighting on the return ferry, making the day even more special. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you on another tour in the future.
Thought there would be more to see in the prison The guide was very knowledgeable but did get a bit boring it went on so long
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you found the guide knowledgeable. While the prison may not have met your expectations, we hope the stories and history shared during the tour provided valuable insight into this important heritage site. We appreciate your comments and thank you for visiting.
A really sobering experience. I hope we can learn from the past. The former prisoner tour guides were excellent and brought to life the history of Robben Island. The logistics of arrival and departure from the ferry terminal were seamless.
We are truly grateful to hear that you had such a meaningful experience visiting Robben Island. We’re especially pleased that the former prisoner guides made the history come alive in such a powerful way, and that the ferry logistics and overall organisation met your expectations. Your kind words are greatly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you again for more memorable experiences in Cape Town.
A ferry exit option (3pm) was sold that did not exist during the winter season. I could not make the tour on another date offered and requested the refund, which until today (2 weeks later), I have not received.
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This is a scam. They do not provide any Robben Island tour or special service. They only take you to the ferry terminal and give you the official Robben Island Museum ticket (or don't give it at all, read other reviews). The official ticket costs R600, around $50, while this listing tries to charge foreign citizens around $100+ — basically double the price. The actual ferry and prison tour are operated by Robben Island Museum, not by this provider. Avoid this listing and book directly through the official website.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We would like to clarify that our service includes much more than only providing the Robben Island ticket. Due to the high demand and limited availability of official tickets, many visitors struggle to secure bookings directly. Our package is designed to offer convenience, confirmed reservations, transport assistance, customer support, and a smooth overall experience for travelers visiting Robben Island. We always aim to communicate clearly what is included in the tour, and we value all feedback as it helps us improve our service further. Robben Island Museum operates the official ferry and guided island tour, while we assist guests with the planning, logistics, and booking process. We appreciate your comments and wish you all the best during your travels in South Africa.
Highly professional and reliable service. The itinerary was perfectly planned, and the guide provided great insights along the way. A wonderful experience from beginning to end.
Thank you for your kind words. We truly appreciate your feedback. It’s great to hear that you found the itinerary well planned and the experience seamless from start to finish. Providing insightful, reliable service is always our priority, and we’re glad we could deliver that for you. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience.
It was cancelled due to inclement weather and we were told it would take 35 days to receive a full refund.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the cancellation due to inclement weather. We understand your frustration and regret any disappointment this may have caused. Please be assured that your refund is being processed in line with our standard procedures and will be completed within the stated timeframe. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
They cancelled twice! First due to engine malfunctuon - then, after rebooking date - cancelled due to weather (and the weather was ok, no «strong winds»! And after 2 weeks still no refund! A disgrace! Not recommended!🥵
Thank you for your feedback, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the cancellations. As previously explained, the first cancellation was due to an unexpected mechanical boat issue, and the second was based on safety assessments regarding sea conditions. While we understand your concerns, guest safety remains our highest priority. We would like to confirm that your refund has now been successfully processed. Please allow a few working days for the amount to reflect in your account, depending on your bank. We truly regret the disruption to your plans and appreciate your patience. Your feedback is important to us, and we are continuously working to improve our service.
