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Robben Island surrounds the bay, with a distant view of Table Mountain.
A black and white photograph shows a person ironing, with an iron and a tablecloth nearby.
A white church stands beneath a blue sky, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A vast sandy area beside white rock walls, with distant buildings. It depicts a scene of open space and natural landscape.
A person stands in front of a small green-roofed building, surrounded by flags.

Cape Town: Robben Island Museum Ferry & Guided Tour｜South Africa

South Africa-Western Cape
Booking confirmed 2 day(s) after ordering
Duration:3 hour(s) 30 min(s)
No cancellation
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Visit Robben Island Museum on a guided tour from Cape Town
  • Learn about the island's history and its significance in South Africa
  • Visit the Maximum Security Prison and see Nelson Mandela's cell
  • Enjoy a ferry ride across Table Bay and take in views of Cape Town
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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeShared tour
Transportation methodGet there on your own
Tour typesGuided tour
Meal arrangementArrange yourself
Sightseeing typeMuseum tour, Historic site tour, Islands tour
TransportSightseeing cruise, Walking, Bus tour
Cruise typeSightseeing boat

Product Info

Begin your tour at the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront, where you board the ferry to Robben Island. After arriving at Murray’s Bay Harbour on the east coast of the island, disembark and take a short walk to the buses that transport visitors around the site.

Along the way, pass buildings and a high wall built by prisoners during the 1960s. These buildings were once used for family and lawyer visits to prisoners. Once on the bus, meet your tour guide and continue to the island’s historical landmarks as part of the integrated tour model.

The route includes sites such as the graveyard of people who died from leprosy, the Lime Quarry, Robert Sobukwe’s house, the Bluestone Quarry, and former army and navy bunkers. The visit continues to the Maximum Security Prison, where thousands of South Africa’s freedom fighters were incarcerated. The tour finishes with a viewing of Nelson Mandela’s cell before returning by ferry to Cape Town.

Important Info

Reminders

  • Not Allowed: Drones

  • Not Allowed: Tripods

  • Not Allowed: Alcohol and drugs

  • Know Before You Go: South African nationals can avail a special rate at the attraction.

  • Know Before You Go: Duration includes ferry travel to and from the island and may vary depending on the boat used.

  • Know Before You Go: The tour includes a short walk from Murray’s Bay Harbour to the buses.

  • Know Before You Go: You are welcome to bring your camera to the island, but no pictures may be taken for commercial use. No drones or tripods are allowed.

  • Know Before You Go: There are no restaurants on the island; a small shop sells snacks and drinks. Visitors can bring their own food; alcohol is forbidden.

  • Know Before You Go: It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses and sun protection cream.

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