Robben Island Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 116 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Robben Island Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps worth booking?
Robben Island Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps is a 5.5-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $1700 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 116 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (116)
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- From
- $1700 per person
2 Transfers included from Cape Town City Centre hotels or Sea Point hotels Stops at famous spots within the City 1 Robben Island Ticket included per person (Return ferry trip to Robben Island) * Our local guide will n
What you get
- Stops at famous spots in the City pre or post Robben Island
- Refreshing Bottled water
- Transfer to Nelson Mandela Gateway * From City Centre Hotels/ Sea Point Hotels*
- light lunch included
- Return trip back to hotel
- Robben Island ticket included
About this experience
2 Transfers included from Cape Town City Centre hotels or Sea Point hotels Stops at famous spots within the City 1 Robben Island Ticket included per person (Return ferry trip to Robben Island) * Our local guide will not board the boat he or she will assist to the boat * Transfer from City Centre hotels or Sea Point Hotels by a qualified guide * Board the boat to Robben Island - please be prepared for a long queue * Bus tour around the Island with a Robben Island guide * See Nelson Mandela's cell 46664 * Time to listen to ex prisoner - English is the guide's 2nd language * Boat trip back to Mainland *Transfer back to hotel *Maximum 15 on minibus *Maximum on boat is 190 **********SeaSick Tablets are essential if you prone to SeaSickness***********
What's included
Included
- Stops at famous spots in the City pre or post Robben Island
- Refreshing Bottled water
- Transfer to Nelson Mandela Gateway * From City Centre Hotels/ Sea Point Hotels*
- light lunch included
- Return trip back to hotel
- Robben Island ticket included
Not included
- Gratuity for guide * Optional *
What you'll see and do
Robben Island Museum
Pickup from your hotel in Cape Town City Centre/ Sea Point/ Camps Bay hotels with a guide Guide will drop guests off at Mandela Gateway at the Clocktower assist to boat trip to Robben Island (Guide do not board the boat) Please be prepared for a long queue when you board the boat Robben Island Guide takes over & assist guests for a Bus ride around the Island Guided Walk around the prison by ex prisoner Boat trip back to Mainland Enjoy the many shops and restaurants in the V&A Waterfront Or Transfer back to hotel
240 minutes here · Admission included
Sea Point
We visit a stop relevant to the tour
10 minutes here
Cape Town Central
We visit a stop relevant to the tour in the City Centr
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
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
- ML Sultan Travel & Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note supplier may change boat schedules there for we will initially confirm your booking depending on availability Times may differ of pickup we will send a note to advise best time available which boat time we can confirm thank you
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 116 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
116 verified traveler reviews for Robben Island Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing historic site...
Amazing historic site with the guide being a former political prisoner. We loved it, thank you. Would definitely recommend for anyone travelling to Cape Town.
Response from the operator: Hi Daniel, Many thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to review the tour, we appreciate it very much. You have a heart of gold, thanks for your kindness we wish you and your family all the best for the future. With warmest regards. Jameel
via Viator
Favourite fantastic Cape Town experience
Best tour ever. We actually did the tour December 2022 but due to other life events taking over I never got round to writing a review. Today I was clearing old emails and this prompted my memory. I saw a few negative reviews which angered me and prompted me to write this very overdue review so @ Faz please accept our sincere apologies. My husband and I booked this after a 3 week cruise from Lisbon to Cape Town. My expectation was to be picked up and dropped off at the ferry terminal and collected after the island tour and dropped off at hotel but what a wonderful unexpected day we had. Faz collected us from our hotel bought us snacks for the island, gave us a quick tour of the V&A area with very helpful dos and don’t advice. On return from the island she took us on a tour of sites including the lesser known sites followed by more local delicacies and coffee. Throughout the tour Faz was funny informative interesting warm considerate and interested. .The day spent with Faz was the highlight of our time in Cape Town and I will be forever grateful for her insight into life in South Africa pre and post Apartheid. I cannot recommend this trip highly enough and if you have the privilege of having Faz as your guide you will have a great day with even greater memories. Best wishes Mary & Gary
Response from the operator: Hello Mary and Gary how lovely to read your review:) You are far too kind, we are sure she also had a lovely time being with you both. I wish you love, happiness, longevity, health and lots of cruises that is not too big with long restaurant queues! :) Hope to meet you again in the future here in our beautiful mother City. Jameel.
via Tripadvisor
Flawless
Faziela is a godsend! She is attentive and kind. The tour was flawless. We had a relaxed, complimentary lunch at a restaurant close to the harbor before boarding a nice, modern boat to Robben Island. Once arrived, we smoothly reached our bus to the site. Our guides were all exceptional. 10 out of 10!
Response from the operator: Ha! Erica... FLAWLESS... this is a first time we received this fabulous word (*_*) MANY MANY thanks. U were a lovely sweet attentive guest and very grateful for small things :) We happy to hear you've enjoyed. HAPPY NEW YEAR! wishing you lots of love, happiness, loads of holidays and a humurous husband who will love and respect you. You WILL get to the altar after your travels! Best Regards. Faz
via Tripadvisor
Experience Robben Island
Faziela our guide was fantastic and tour is very informative . Must do if you want to walk in Mandela and other political prisoners' shoes. After tour,Faziela organised lunch for us at the Silo hotel rooftop restaurant, top drawer stuff !
Response from the operator: Hello there Martin! you were such a cool calm and collective soul. Indeed a Dream Maker making your dreams as well as your family's come true! What a lovely time we had! I will always remember your generosity may you be blessed with more prosperity, happiness and have lots of holidays! Enjoy Christmas and be safe. Faziela
via Tripadvisor
Very good tour
She was very knowledgeable about the history of South Africa and CapeTown and was able to take to places I would not have gone otherwise.
Response from the operator: Hallo hallo there😎 Many thanks for your fancy four stars, we appreciate it. We pride ourselves in providing Fabulous Five star service. Kindly let us know fazmohideen@gmail.com what you feel we can improve on to maintain our 5star service. have a great festive period wishing u well
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 2+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1700 to $3550
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 41
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Robben Island Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does Robben Island Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps cost?
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Prices start at $1700 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 Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps take?
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Plan for about 5.5 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 Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 116 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 Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps?
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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 Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps 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 5.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Robben Island Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps?
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Around 41 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 5.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Robben Island Tour with interesting stops in Mandela footsteps 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.
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