Robben Island Ticket + Former Prisoner Guide
Description
Upon arrival at Robben Island Museum, you will be greeted by a former political prisoner and given a tour. The excursion lasts approximately four hours, including pickup from your hotel. (Our driver/tour guide will not accompany you on the Robben Island museum tour. The tour begins with a bus ride around the island, followed by a visit to Nelson Mandela's jail cell and the long trek to freedom. After we return, A visit to Robben Island is a must to learn about South Africa's history, and this tour offers a convenient and effective way to get there. There is a pick-up and drop-off service from Cape Town hotels, an entrance to Robben Island, and a guided tour. Get a glimpse of the Island's history as a prison and hear about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years in prison.
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Itinerary
Experience a profound journey through South Africa’s struggle for freedom with a Robben Island tour. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers a visceral look into the past, featuring the small prison cell where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years, the lime quarry where political prisoners endured hard labor, and moving museum exhibits that tell stories of resilience and reconciliation.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
All Tourists will be collected at the The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island, V&A Waterfront, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront , for instructions of the proceedings of the tour.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(22)
Booked the pre-booked tickets for Robben Island and it made the whole experience stress-free. The process was straightforward and i got my confirmation quickly i didn’t have to queue long at the V&A Waterfront. The ferry ride was on time and comfortable, and once on the island the tour was really well run. Having a good hearted tour guide made it incredibly powerful and gave a perspective you can’t get from reading about it. The bus tour around the island was also informative.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that the pre-booked ticket process made your visit smooth and stress-free from the start. It’s great to know the ferry service, organisation, and overall tour experience met your expectations. Robben Island is such an important part of South Africa’s history, and we’re especially pleased that your guide’s insight and heartfelt storytelling made the experience even more meaningful. We’ll also pass along your kind words about the informative bus tour and efficient operations at the V&A Waterfront. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future!
Visiting robben island was moving. The ferry from the V&A waterfront takes you to the island where nelson mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. And I loved the service of our tour guide. Standing in Mandela's 2x2 meter cell made the history feel very real. Its a powerful reminder of South Africa's journey to democracy.
Thank you for sharing such a meaningful review. We’re truly glad to hear that your visit to Robben Island was such a moving and memorable experience. Standing in Nelson Mandela’s cell is indeed a powerful moment that brings South Africa’s history and journey to democracy into perspective. We’re also delighted that you loved the service provided by your tour guide. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we hope to welcome you again for more unforgettable experiences in Cape Town.
It was best of best learning about the history that took place seeing were Mandela was kept it really speaks to the inner sole of how they actually fight for the beauty of our country
Thank you so much for your beautiful review. We are truly happy to hear that the experience was so meaningful and memorable for you. Learning about the history of Robben Island and seeing where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned is indeed a powerful and emotional journey that reflects the strength, sacrifice, and resilience that helped shape the beauty of our country. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again in the future.
I had the best service from this Tour Guide. The person was patience and was very good with explaining and showing me around. A very good experience was offered this side. Robben Island holds an amazing history in our country and the my Tour Guide made sure that I had the best experience on my first time going there
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable first visit to Robben Island. It means a lot to know that your guide’s patience, knowledge, and passion helped make your experience special. Robben Island is indeed an important part of our country’s history, and we are honored to share that story with visitors from around the world. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again in the future!
It was a nice tour and the tour guard was doing his work nicely with joy, I had a great time of exploring the most famous prison in RSA that also has a political history which made Our first black president to survive 27 years living in it. We had no enough time therefore we had to visit a smaller potion of it. To my surprise it is so big that I thought. The person who was responsible for the tour is the one who made payments therefore I have no idea of how much we paid for the admission. The best prison that is situation on an island? No prisoner will dare to escape the prison.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and learned more about the important history of Robben Island. It’s truly a remarkable place with a powerful story. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future!
Great experience visiting Robben Island with Said Travel & Tours! Everything was well organized and meaningful. Highly recommend!
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience visiting Robben Island with Said Travel & Tours. It means a lot to us that you found the tour well organized and meaningful. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!
Well organized tour guides fabulous knowledgeable and told their stories A humbling experience
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour well organized and enjoyed the knowledgeable guides sharing their powerful stories. It truly is a humbling experience, and we’re glad it left a meaningful impression on you. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Said was amazing and on time, very personable and friendly. He patiently walked me to the boat, took photos, made sure I was well and understood how the day of touring Robben Island would look like. He was patiently waiting at the pick up spot right after I got off. Highly recommended!
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with Said. It’s wonderful to know that he made you feel comfortable, ensured everything ran smoothly, and took the time to explain how your day at Robben Island would unfold. We’re especially pleased that his friendliness, patience, and attention to detail helped make your visit even more enjoyable. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
Visiting Robben Island, located just off the coast of Cape Town, is one of the most powerful historical experiences in South Africa. The island is best known as the prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 18 years during apartheid. Today it is a museum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review. We’re glad you found visiting Robben Island to be such a powerful and meaningful historical experience. The island holds an important place in South Africa’s history, and we’re pleased that you took the time to explore and learn more about its significance. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and hope the visit remains a memorable part of your time in Cape Town.
A very interesting tour of Robben Island. However we don’t expect to be in such a huge group of people, not quite the intimate experience we were expecting for the price
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you found your visit to Robben Island interesting and meaningful. We understand that the group size was larger than expected. Please note that group sizes are managed by the Robben Island Museum and can be bigger during busy periods. As tour operators, we always guarantee confirmed Robben Island tickets — even when they are sold out and even for last-minute bookings — ensuring our guests don’t miss this important experience. We appreciate your review and your support.
