Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa

Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale

Outty Ranking 47 3.0 · 1 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $1250
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Outty Ranking

47/100

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Traveler rating

3.0/5

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Is Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale worth booking?

Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale is a 4-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $1250 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
47 / 100
Rating
3/5 (1)
Duration
4 hours
From
$1250 per person

Skip the ticketing line and take a shared boat trip to Robben Island Museum and explore the island where Nobel Prize Winner and former South African President Nelson Mandela was held as a political prisoner for 18-years

What you get

  • Shared Robben Island boat trip & museum tour admission ticket (South Africans)

About this experience

Skip the ticketing line and take a shared boat trip to Robben Island Museum and explore the island where Nobel Prize Winner and former South African President Nelson Mandela was held as a political prisoner for 18-years of his 27 years sentence. Secure your Robben Island boat trip and museum tour ticket early to avoid disappointment as this is one of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa and is likely to sell out in advance. On this tour, you can view the prison cell of Nelson Mandela and learn about the dramatic history of the Maximum Security Prison and South Africa from a former political Robben Island prisoner. Take a historical walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela on the Long Walk to Freedom pathway. This is one of the most enlightening historic tours you will experience on your journey to Cape Town, South Africa.

What's included

Included

  • Shared Robben Island boat trip & museum tour admission ticket (South Africans)

Not included

  • Transfers between the V&A Waterfront &your accommodation

What you'll see and do

  1. Robben Island Museum

    Arrive 30 minutes before the time shown on your ticket at Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island Silo District, V&A Waterfront with a copy of your ID on your phone or the original. Skip the ticketing line and proceed directly to the boat departures line. Once you have boarded the shared boat you will set sail for 30-minutes on the open sea to Robben Island Museum. Upon your arrival at the Robben Island Jetty, you will disembark the boat and be guided on a bus by an ex-political prisoner who is a Robben Island Tour Guide for a tour of the island. The guide will provide live commentary about Robben Island and its history, indicating the various homes of ex-political prisoners and other landmarks. The tour will culminate with a view of the prison cell where former President Nelson Mandela was held as a prisoner and an opportunity to take a walk in his footsteps of Nelson Mandela on The Long Walk to Freedom. Once the tour of Robben Island has concluded, you will return to the Jetty.

    Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Robben Island Museum

Cape Town Central, 8002, South Africa

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Robben Island Museum · Cape Town Central, 8002, South Africa

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please provide us with a WhatsApp cellphone number or email address so that we can send you your official admission ticket for the Robben Island tour. Travelers are requested to arrive at the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island, Clocktower Precinct, V&A Waterfront, 30-minutes before the boat departure time shown on their ticket. Please bring along your passport (copies accepted) for verification by Robben Island authorities on the day of the tour. Please provide us with the full names and date of birth for each participant when booking this tour. Without these details, we cannot allocate your official admission ticket. This offer is recommended for Non-South African travelers. It is not recommended for South African residents as they qualify for special rates. All bookings are non-refundable as Robben Island does not accept cancellations for refunds. Please ensure you have provided us with the correct details and chosen your correct departure time slot. In the event that Robben Island cancels the boat trip due to unfavorable weather conditions, you can either reschedule for the next available date or you may contact us through Viator/TripAdvisor Experiences for a full refund. Please bring along a warm jacket in case of cold weather conditions at sea.

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
4 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
2+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$1250 to $1600
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
0
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd, who run 32 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.8 and 4 in the 90+ Club.

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Why this scores 47

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)71
Review evidence (18% weight)8
Booking momentum (14% weight)0
Value for money (12% weight)34
Listing quality (10% weight)90
Local standing (8% weight)40
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.

How much does Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale cost?

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Prices start at $1250 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cape Town usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale take?

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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cape Town is not rushed.

Is Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cape Town, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale?

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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cape Town can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cape Town and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Robben Island Boat Trip & Prison Tour: SA Residents - Last Minute Sale start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cape Town within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Cape Town?

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On Outty we rank every Cape Town experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town, Table Mountain, Boulders Penguins and Cape point Day Tour, Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Cape Town?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Cape Town?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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