
Robben Island Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket
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Robben Island Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket is a 4-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $1600 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $1600 per person
Immerse yourself in history on our Half Day Robben Island boat trip and prison tour and take the Long March to Freedom in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and benefit from a pre-booked skip the ticketing line. Take a peak
What you get
- Robben Island boat transfers & prison tour ticket
About this experience
Immerse yourself in history on our Half Day Robben Island boat trip and prison tour and take the Long March to Freedom in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and benefit from a pre-booked skip the ticketing line. Take a peak into the prison cell of Nelson Mandela and learn about life on the island from an ex-political prisoner. Kindly note that hotel pick up and drop off is excluded from this tour price.
What's included
Included
- Robben Island boat transfers & prison tour ticket
Not included
- Hotel pick Up and drop off
What you'll see and do
Please arrive at the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island at the V&A Waterfront with your included Robben Island ticket and your passport copy on your mobile phone or paper, atleast 30-minutes before the time shown on your Robben Island ticket and join the boat departures queue. From there you will take a ferry boat to Robben Island.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Robben Island Museum
Arriving at Robben Island you will disembark the ferry boat and join a shared guided bus tour in a coach with a driver and in-person tour guide, who will conduct the tour of the island in English. There will be a stop for restrooms and photos along the way. Then you will meet an ex-political prisoner who will share his story about life on the island as a prisoner. Take a peak inside the prison cell of Nelson Mandela. The tour culminates with a step in history by taking the the Long March to Freedom in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cape Town
Go to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island in V&A Waterfront 30 minutes before the time on your ticket with your ticket and passport copy on your mobile and go directly to the boat departures queue.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Go to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island in V&A Waterfront 30 minutes before the time on your ticket with your ticket and passport copy on your mobile and go directly to the boat departures queue.
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 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ingwe Africa Safaris & Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Ingwe Africa Safaris & Tours, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.6.
See everything Ingwe Africa Safaris & Tours runsWhy this scores 48
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Robben Island Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does Robben Island Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $1600 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 Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket 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 Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket?
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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 Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. 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 Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket?
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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 Ferry and Prison Tour Skip the Line Foreign Ticket 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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