Experience the history of South Africa’s fight for freedom on a tour of Robben Island, guided by ex-political prisoners and wardens. Visit Nelson Mandela’s former cell and learn about the ills of apartheid.
Experience the history of South Africa’s fight for freedom on a tour of Robben Island, guided by ex-political prisoners and wardens. Visit Nelson Mandela’s former cell and learn about the ills of apartheid.
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Victoria & Alfred Waterfront - Stroll through this bustling shopping mall, the most frequented in South Africa, attracting over 30 million local and international visitors. It boasts Cape Town’s most luxurious accommodations, including the One and Only and the Table Bay Hotel.
Explore key attractions such as the iconic big wheel and the four…
- Victoria & Alfred Waterfront - Stroll through this bustling shopping mall, the most frequented in South Africa, attracting over 30 million local and international visitors. It boasts Cape Town’s most luxurious accommodations, including the One and Only and the Table Bay Hotel.
Explore key attractions such as the iconic big wheel and the four statues honoring South African Nobel Peace Prize Winners. Discover numerous jewelry stores, clothing boutiques, and dining establishments. A variety of curio and toy shops are also available.
Visitors can book a sunset cruise or opt for a helicopter tour, offering trips to wineries, safaris, or even Cape Agulhas.
- Robben Island Museum - Embark on a poignant 40-minute ferry ride to this island museum, recognized as a World Heritage Site. Participate in a bus tour to explore the island’s infrastructure and history.
Visit the blue quarry, where political prisoners once labored, and see the house where Robert Sobukwe was imprisoned. Walk around the island, surrounded by the ocean, and enjoy stunning views of Cape Town and Table Mountain.
The highlight of the tour is a visit to Nelson Mandela’s former prison, drawing thousands of visitors each year. Gain insight into the lives of political prisoners, their challenging conditions, and the heart-wrenching reality that non-white prisoners were often barefoot.

- Accredited Tourist Guide service
- Complimentary visit to Diamond Works Museum
- Complimentary bottled water
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Included return ferry ticket to Robben Island Prison Museum
- Accredited Tourist Guide service
- Complimentary visit to Diamond Works Museum
- Complimentary bottled water
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Included return ferry ticket to Robben Island Prison Museum
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Travelers should book this tour as it is a very informative and provides a lot of information about the social ills in South Africa. A lot of history is learnt on this tour especially with regards to the fight for freedom of South Africa.
This is a tour where information is provided by people who lived the experience and not guides who had to study to…
Travelers should book this tour as it is a very informative and provides a lot of information about the social ills in South Africa. A lot of history is learnt on this tour especially with regards to the fight for freedom of South Africa.
This is a tour where information is provided by people who lived the experience and not guides who had to study to acquire the necessary qualifications. The Guides here are ex-political prisoners and ex wardens who either worked or were imprisoned at the same time with political prisoners like Nelson Mandela.
There are multi-layers of history which tells travelers of the ills of apartheid and how the current regime is trying to create an environment of inclusivity. There is a rare opportunity for travelers to visit the former cell of Nelson Mandela and even take photos.
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.