Cape Town: Robben Island Boat Trip & Museum Tour Ticket
ID: GYG552422-950629
Category:
Country: South Africa
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Take a 30-minute ferry cruise to Robben Island. Explore Robben Island Museum, see Nelson Mandela's cell, and learn about the history. Take a historical walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela.
Take a ferry to Robben Island, where former South African President Nelson Mandela was held as a political prisoner for 18 years. See his prison cell, learn about the dramatic history of the island, and take a historical walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela on the Long March to Freedom.
Arrive at Victoria and Alfred Waterfront 30 minutes in advance before ferry departure. Remember to carry a copy of your ID or passport, however, it could be a digital copy as your Robben Island ticket will be sent through digitally. Embark on the ferry at Nelson Mandela Gateway to the Island – the boat trip will be 30 minutes each way.
Embark on a bus tour of the island before visiting the prison. Gain insight into the history and conditions of the prison. Your guide, an ex-political prisoner, had been previously imprisoned on the Island. He will give you a realistic understanding of what Robben Island was really like.
Highlights
- Explore Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela endured political imprisonment
- Witness Mandela's prison cell and delve into the island's dramatic history
- Enjoy a 30-minute scenic boat trip from V&A Waterfront to Robben Island
- Tour the island by bus and visit the museum guided by an ex-political prisoner
- Gain insights into the island's history and prison conditions
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Once you have booked your ticket, please contact us on the number provided and provide us with all the participants full names and surnames and country of birth in order for the tickets to be deemed valid.
Proceed directly to the boat departures line at the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
