Guided Tour (South African Citizens Only)
Guided Tour (South African Citizens Only)
Product details
- Sail from Cape Town to Robben Island on a half day trip that combines a scenic ferry ride, prison museum visit, and island bus tour in one ticket.
- Benefit from skip the line entry and a moving guided tour led by a former political prisoner, with live commentary on the boat and island bus.
- Visit the maximum security prison and museum, walk through former inmate cells and yards, and hear firsthand accounts of life under apartheid.
- Board a guided bus for a narrated loop around Robben Island, taking in key landmarks, memorials, and sweeping views across Table Bay.
- Upgrade your experience by adding hotel pickup from select Cape Town accommodations, so you reach the V&A Waterfront gateway relaxed and on time.
- Shared Robben Island boat trip
- Guided tour with a former prisoner
- Robben Island museum tour admission ticket
- Skip the ticket line access
- Guided bus tour with live commentary
- Hotel pickup (as per option selected)
- Personal expenses
Know before you go. Know before you go. What to bring. ID proof: Bring your passport or a copy for verification by Robben Island authorities. Warm clothing: Bring a warm jacket, as sea conditions can be cold during the ferry ride. Accessibility. Mobility access: This experience is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. What's not allowed. Pets: Pets are not permitted on this experience. Pregnancy: Pregnant travellers are not allowed to participate. Infants on laps: Infants must not sit on laps, and infant seats are not available. Additional information. Eligibility: This offer is for international travellers only; South African citizens should book directly with Robben Island. Arrival time: Arrive at the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront at least 30 minutes before departure. Participant details: Provide full names and dates of birth for all participants when booking. Guided Tour + Hotel Pickup (variantId 101775 / tourId 97266) only: The child ticket policy below applies only to this option. Child tickets: Child bookings are not available for the guided tour with hotel transfers option. All guests must book an adult ticket. Amendments: Tickets cannot be amended or refunded once booked. Cancellation policy: Bookings are non-refundable unless the boat trip is cancelled by Robben Island due to weather. Ticket delivery: Tickets will be sent via WhatsApp, iMessage, or email, so ensure your contact details are correct. Tour duration: The total experience, including the ferry ride and guided tour, lasts approximately 4 hours.