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Robben Island and Table Mountain City Guided Full Day Tour
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Robben Island and Table Mountain City Guided Full Day Tour

4.6(5 reviews)
8 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English (United Kingdom)
Cape Town, South Africa

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See Nelson Mandela’s prison cell and learn about his life in captivity

Discover the Long March to Freedom and the stories of political prisoners

Visit Cape Town and take in panoramic views from Table Mountain

Explore Robben Island and its historic prison museum

Robben Island and Castle of Good Hope Tour Highlights South Africa’s Layered History


A guided visit to Robben Island offers travellers a powerful introduction to one of South Africa’s most important historical sites. The experience includes a ferry crossing from Cape Town across Table Bay, followed by a structured museum tour of the former prison complex where political prisoners were held during the apartheid era.


A key highlight of the visit is the opportunity to see Nelson Mandela’s former cell, where he spent 18 of his 27 years in imprisonment. Walking through the prison grounds, visitors gain insight into the harsh conditions endured by inmates and the broader struggle for freedom that shaped modern South Africa. The full island experience, including ferry transfers, typically lasts around four hours.


The journey is often complemented by a visit to Castle of Good Hope, one of the oldest surviving colonial-era structures in the country. Its fortified walls, museums, and historical exhibits provide context on early colonial governance, military history, and the development of Cape Town as a strategic settlement.


Together, these sites offer a layered perspective on South Africa’s past, connecting the colonial era with the apartheid struggle and eventual transition to democracy, creating a more complete understanding of Cape Town’s historical evolution.

What's Included
  • Tour Guide & Driver
  • Vehicle and Fuel
  • Bottled water onboard the vehicle
  • Pre - Booked Robben Island Return Ticket
What's Not Included
  • Meals & drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Table Mountain Return Ticket
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Fanie v.Google
November 01, 2025

In the 1960's Robben Island was re-established as a maximum security prison. It is famous because Nelson Mandela and other political leaders that resisted apartheids era was held there. It was abandoned in 1996. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Interestingly, the island church is today still owned by the Anglican Church. the rest of the island belongs to the nation of South Africa. Apparently, today about a 150 permanent residents stay on the island and they are all employed and working on the island. The Robben Island Museum manage the island. The view from Robben Island to Cape Town is breath-taking and with Table Mountain as the most impressive site.

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James D.Google
July 02, 2025

A very unique experience that everyone should do when they are in Cape Town. Tickets for the boat are reasonable. You get a tour of the island and also a tour from a former prisoner on the island. It is a must visit and be sure to do it soon! The tour guides are getting older these days so there’s only so much time left to get first hand insight into what took place on the island.

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Anthony C.Google
May 28, 2025

Part of Robben island tour. This is the place where you get refreshments and toilet break, depending on your specific tour. Very nice view of table mountain and lots of birds here.

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Discover the wonders of Cape Town, South Africa with this unforgettable experience. This tour visits the natural wonder that defines Cape Town’s skyline—Table Mountain, as well as the former prison where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence on Robben Island. Avoid the hassle of transport planning and enjoy a stress-free Highlights of your tour include: See Nelson Mandela’s prison cell and learn about his life in captivityDiscover the Long March to Freedom and the stories of political prisonersVisit Cape Town and take in panoramic views from Table MountainExplore Robben Island and its historic prison museum. After pick up at your accommodation in Cape Town, we begin our tour in the heart of Cape Town known as Adderley Street. This is where you will see some historical monuments like Bartholomew Dias,Jan van Riebeeck and Zackarias Waganaer Reservoir. It is here that we will embark on a brief walking tour. This tour includes: Tour Guide DriverVehicle and FuelBottled water onboard the vehiclePre - Booked Robben Island Return Ticket. Robben Island is one of South Africa’s most significant historical attractions, drawing visitors from around the world. On this tour, guests will have the opportunity to explore the prison museum and walk the Long March to Freedom, following in the footsteps of former President Nelson Mandela. You will also see Mandela’s prison cell, where he spent 18 of his 27 years in captivity, gaining a deep u. Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes. Book your Robben Island and Table Mountain City Guided Full Day Tour today and create memories that will last a lifetime!