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Robben Island Half Day Tour
4.3
18 Ratings
Cape Town Central
Discover Robben Island’s history with a guided tour from Cape Town. Visit Nelson Mandela’s cell and learn from former political prisoners. Book now!
Discover Robben Island’s history with a guided tour from Cape Town. Visit Nelson Mandela’s cell and learn from former political prisoners. Book now!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Robben Island Museum - Robben Island Half-Day Tour With Pre-Booked Ticket(s) The Robben Island boat trip and museum tour is among the most sought-after tourist experiences in South Africa and tends to sell out quickly. Seize the chance to embark on the Long March to Freedom, retracing the historical steps of South Africa’s former President, Nelson…
- Robben Island Museum - Robben Island Half-Day Tour With Pre-Booked Ticket(s) The Robben Island boat trip and museum tour is among the most sought-after tourist experiences in South Africa and tends to sell out quickly. Seize the chance to embark on the Long March to Freedom, retracing the historical steps of South Africa’s former President, Nelson Mandela. Visit the prison cell where Nelson Mandela was held for 18 of his 27 years of imprisonment. Hear firsthand accounts from former political prisoners who will provide a live guided tour of the island. This tour is one of the most enlightening experiences available in South Africa. Avoid the ticket lines as tickets are arranged for you. Note that the private tour aspect is limited to vehicle transport, while the Robben Island visit is a shared tour.
- Victoria & Alfred Waterfront - Upon returning from Robben Island to the V&A Waterfront, enjoy some leisure time for shopping or dining at one of the numerous restaurants (cost not included). Gain insights into South Africa’s history, the struggle against oppression, and the many freedom fighters, including former President Nelson Mandela, who were imprisoned on Robben Island by taking a guided tour of the prison. Take the ferry back to the V&A Waterfront and use your free time to shop or dine at one of the many restaurants (own expense).
What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Entry/Admission to Robben Island
- Live tour guide at Robben Island Museum
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Entry/Admission to Robben Island
- Live tour guide at Robben Island Museum
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Food and Drinks
- Food and Drinks
Additional Information
This tour provides a distinctive and intimate experience, allowing participants to delve into the historical importance of Robben Island while listening to firsthand stories from former political prisoners. The journey starts with a convenient pick-up from Cape Town accommodations, followed by a stop at the Silo District and the Nelson Mandela Gateway….
This tour provides a distinctive and intimate experience, allowing participants to delve into the historical importance of Robben Island while listening to firsthand stories from former political prisoners. The journey starts with a convenient pick-up from Cape Town accommodations, followed by a stop at the Silo District and the Nelson Mandela Gateway. The highlight is a guided tour on Robben Island, conducted by individuals who experienced its challenging history, including a visit to Nelson Mandela’s prison cell. This impactful and engaging tour presents a unique chance to connect with South Africa’s history through the perspectives of those who fought for freedom.
Location
Robben Island Museum
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.3
(18 Ratings)
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663celesteb
Dec 20, 2025
ROBBEN’S ISLAND - A MUST VISIT - A must see attraction when visiting Cape Town South Africa. If you are a seeker of knowledge, culture and history and like to get information from those who were here first hand, visit. Very humbling experience.
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Carrieliving
Nov 5, 2025
Amazing Experience - We appreciated the smooth pickup, then getting escorted to check-in and picked up promptly after. OUTSTANDING service! This tour is a moving experience filled with history lessons.
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Kagararar
Nov 2, 2025
Witness and Wonder: a Journey through Robben Island - A deeply moving experience from start to finish. The boat ride to Robben Island set the tone, but it was Samuel who truly brought the place to life. His knowledge, warmth, and sensitivity to the site’s history made every moment resonate. He didn’t just guide us; he invited us to witness, reflect, and understand. We left not only informed, but changed. Samuel is a remarkable guide, and this tour is one we’ll carry with us always.
Highly recommended.
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700clementineu
Sep 22, 2025
Powerful Historical - Robben island is a powerful historical experience, especially learning about Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners who were there with him. We also really enjoyed the ferry ride, and our tour guide was very friendly and punctual, I highly recommend Cape Diamond Tours - they provided excellent service from start to finish!
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Jjg647ri
Sep 15, 2025
Informative experience - This was one of the best tours I have had since in Cape Town. It was full of information and education. The tour guides as well as the transportation were exceptional. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to know about the time Mandela spent in prison. The presenter was in prison himself with Mandela.
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700clementineu
Sep 3, 2025
Wonderful Tour - Robben Island is the best tour ever we did enjoy it. It’s very sad history but was remind me a lot, also we enjoyed ferry. Cape diamond is the best company to book, pick up on time drop off on time I encourage everyone to use Cape diamond tours.
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279anderwm
Aug 5, 2025
Excellent tour - Robben Island waaas so amazing, we enjoyed ferry and our tour guide was very friendly we enjoyed the our day. I recommend everyone to use cape diamond tours
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F4060zjolivert
Jul 30, 2025
Visiting Robben Island in April was an unforgettable and emotional journey. The trip began with a peaceful ferry ride fr - I visited Robben Island in April, and it was a truly moving experience. The ferry ride from the V&A Waterfront offered beautiful views, but the most powerful part was the guided tour by a former political prisoner. Hearing firsthand stories and walking through the prison, especially Nelson Mandela’s cell, gave deep insight into South Africa’s struggle for freedom. The island’s history is painful but inspiring, showing the strength of the human spirit. The tour was well-organized and informative. I highly recommend visiting Robben Island to better understand the country’s journey from apartheid to democracy. It’s a must-see destination.
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Bruceet2690ag
Nov 13, 2025
Beware if Booking this Tour - I booked this tour for 3 adults and paid AUD $135 each. The day before the tour Cape Diamond contacted me to say we had to pay another RAD $450 each for Foreigners and then through a third party sent me a payment link which I refused to use. After much conversation between this company and myself I asked for the booking to be cancelled and my money refunded. They refused to refund and said all other people had paid the extra fees. I will never book a tour with this company again and too be honest I don’t think I will use Trip Advisor again as it has let a bad taste with me. Bruce 12 November 2025
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Danielle_t
Aug 17, 2025
Not even open - Very poor. Let you book a ticket even though Robben Island is closed. Only found out the day before.
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