Cape Town, Robben Island Ferry Ticket and Guided Prison Tour

Secure exclusive access to the Robben Island Ferry and engage with an ex-prisoner to delve into the historical significance of this site, which served as the location of Nelson Mandela's incarceration for nearly three decades.

Prepare for a memorable journey through South Africa's recent past by embarking on a trip to Robben Island. With pre-booking your ferry and guided tour entry, waste no time in purchasing your tickets.

Upon arriving at Robben Island, make a swift connection with a former inmate for a guided tour of the notorious prison. Head straight to the boarding area and embark on a roughly 30-minute shared boat trip to the island. Upon docking at the Robben Island Museum, proceed to explore the site.

Meet up with an ex-political prisoner for an insightful tour of the island. Board a bus for a comprehensive visit of the prison grounds, where you'll hear firsthand accounts of life as a prisoner during apartheid.

Discover the rich history of Robben Island and its role in South African history. Finally, step inside Nelson Mandela's prison cell, gaining insight into his long battle for freedom. Following your visit, return to Cape Town via the same route.

This offer is exclusively for international travelers. For South African citizens, we recommend purchasing tickets directly from Robben Island. Note that this is not a private tour; you will share the boat trip and guided bus and land tours with other participants. There is no hotel pick-up or drop-off included in this itinerary. The tour commences and concludes at the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island.