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Robben Island Tours: A UNESCO World Heritage Experience

Embark on a profound journey to Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a powerful symbol of resilience. Walk the hallowed grounds where Nelson Mandela once lived, explore his historic cell, and gain deep insights through expert-led historical and museum tours. Whether you choose a scenic ferry ride or a guided cultural tour, this unforgettable experience connects you to South Africa's incredible struggle for freedom. Book your Robben Island tour today to witness one of the world's most significant historical landmarks and create memories that resonate forever.

4.46/5 avg ratingFrom $57.76 per person229 unique experiencesGuided tours included

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$83–$205 typical

Median price is $156, with a full range of $58–$339

Rating

Rating

4.46★ average

Based on 8,167 pooled reviews with ~85% positive sentiment

Tour Duration

Tour Duration

4–9 hours typical

Median duration is 7 hours

Best For

Best For

History & Sightseeing

84% of options are historical and 74% are sightseeing tours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Private options available

29% of the 229 total tours are private

Value Pick

Value Pick

Island Tour

Averages 4.59★ at $142, offering high ratings at a typical price

251 Products

Robben Island and Table Mountain Tour with Pre Booked Tickets

Robben Island and Table Mountain Tour with Pre Booked Tickets

6 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (24 reviews)
100%
0%
great serviceamazing experienceamazing
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$200
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Robben Island and Table Mountain Tour with Pre Booked Tickets
Summary

Exclusive dual-experience: a deeply moving Robben Island pilgrimage coupled with the awe-inspiring ascent of Table Mountain. This isn't just sightseeing; it's a curated journey into South Africa's heart. Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, transcends mere historical landmark status. Our exp...

Inclusions
  • Bottled Water
  • Admission Fee - Robben Island Museum
  • Pre Booked Robben Island Ticket - Return
  • Guided tour
  • Pick-up and Drop-off (Hotel)
Exclusions
  • Food & Drinks/ Gratuities are Optional
  • Admission fee Cable Car (Table mountain)
Itinerary
  • Bo-kaap
  • Robben Island Museum
  • Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Robben Island interesting stop before boat, Tickets conf by 8h15

Robben Island interesting stop before boat, Tickets conf by 8h15

4.5 hrsFree cancellation
5 (19 reviews)
91.67%
8.33%
Excellentbest tour operatorrecommended
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$192
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Robben Island interesting stop before boat, Tickets conf by 8h15
Summary

Return Transfer included from Cape Town City Centre hotels or Sea Point & Camps Bay hotels 1 Robben Island Ticket included per person * Transfer to the Nelson Mandela Gateway by driver. * Reminder there is a long queue whilst waiting to board the boat * Boat docks at Robben Island then Island guide...

Inclusions
  • Robben Island Ticket
  • Transfer with a driver from hotel to Nelson Mandela Gateway
  • Return transfer to hotel immediately after boat trip
Exclusions
  • Meal
  • driver gratuity optional
Itinerary
  • Robben Island Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Specialized infant seats are available, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Robben Island and Long Walk To Freedom Historical Full day Tour.

Robben Island and Long Walk To Freedom Historical Full day Tour.

7 hrsEco-Friendly
5 (17 reviews)
93.45%
6.55%
awesomegreat experienceso much
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$217
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Robben Island and Long Walk To Freedom Historical Full day Tour.
Summary

Discover Robben Island prison where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years of the 27 he spent in prison and take the Long March to Freedom in a day with tickets to Robben Island pre-booked in advance. Learn about Nelson Mandela and other political leaders such as Robert Sobukwe and Walter Sisulu's long walk ...

Inclusions
  • Entry to Long March to Freedom
  • Entry tickets to Robben Island (Slots: 09am, 11am, 13:00pm and 15:00pm)
  • Hotel pick up and drop off.
  • Driver/Guide.
Itinerary
  • Cape Town Central
  • Robben Island Museum
  • Long March to Freedom
  • Cape Town Central
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Robben Island Museum Cape Town Experience

Robben Island Museum Cape Town Experience

4 hrsFree cancellation
5 (14 reviews)
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$59
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Robben Island Museum Cape Town Experience
Summary

Book your Robben Island ticket with confidence through Cape Oasis Travel & Tours and enjoy a smooth, reliable booking experience. We provide fast confirmation and dependable ticket delivery, ensuring your official Robben Island Museum ticket is secured in advance. No need to queue or travel anywhere...

Inclusions
  • Access to key historical sites
  • Guided maximum security prison tour led by a former political prisoner
  • Official Robben Island Museum ferry ticket
  • Guided bus tour for the perimeter of the island
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and Drinks
Itinerary
  • Robben Island Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Nelson Mandela's Robben Island Prison Museum Cape Town City Tour + Ferry Tickets

Nelson Mandela's Robben Island Prison Museum Cape Town City Tour + Ferry Tickets

8 hrsFree cancellation
5 (12 reviews)
84.44%
15.56%
awesomeknowledgeableappreciate
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$186
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Nelson Mandela's Robben Island Prison Museum Cape Town City Tour + Ferry Tickets
Summary

This is a great tour which brings the tourist face to face with history, nature and sightseeing opportunities. Experience the life of World Statesman Nelson Mandela during his 18 years of imprisonment at the world heritage site Robben Island as part of his 27 years in prison. Climb the Table Moun...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pick up and drop off after the tour
  • Return ticket to Robben Island by boat from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the Clock Tower
  • Entry fees to District Six Museum and The Castle of Good Hope
  • Bottled water
  • Entry fees to Diamond Museum
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
Itinerary
  • Robben Island Museum
  • Bo-kaap
  • Company's Gardens
  • Castle of Good Hope
  • District Six Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cape Town: Marine Biologist Led Safari Tour - V&A Waterfront

Cape Town: Marine Biologist Led Safari Tour - V&A Waterfront

1.5 hrsEco-Friendly
4.86 (167 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$83
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Cape Town: Marine Biologist Led Safari Tour - V&A Waterfront
Summary

A marine eco-tour with an onboard Marine Biologist. Marine game drive in Table Bay within eye-shot of Robben Island, Cape Town, South Africa. In partnership with the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation.

Table Mountain and Robben Island Tour with Pre Booked Tickets

Table Mountain and Robben Island Tour with Pre Booked Tickets

8 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.96 (24 reviews)
94.29%
5.71%
greatfantastic dayfun
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$120
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Table Mountain and Robben Island Tour with Pre Booked Tickets
Summary

Start your day with a visit to Table Mountain. Take a 5-minute rotating cable car ride to the top, enjoy panoramic views, explore three scenic trails, and relax at the mountain-top café. Afterwards, head to the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront for your pre-booked ferry to Robben Island....

Inclusions
  • Entrance fees to Robben Island
  • Entrance fees to Table Mountain
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Table Mountain Cable Way Tour
Exclusions
  • Food and Drinks
Itinerary
  • Table Mountain
  • Robben Island Museum
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Confirmation will be received at time of booking, This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travelers, This tour/activity is not wheelchair accessible, This experience includes several stairs to climb, particularly at Table Mountain (during the cableway boarding process and on the mountain itself), During high season (November –April and holidays), waiting times for the cable car can be up to 3 hours, A Fast Track / Skip-the-Queue ticket is highly recommended to save time and enjoy a smoother experience.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Robben Island Tickets, Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Private Tour

Robben Island Tickets, Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Private Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.94 (36 reviews)
100%
0%
greatstunningfantastic experience
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$217
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Robben Island Tickets, Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Private Tour
Summary

Join us on one of the most popular heritage tours in South Africa and experience more about South African history by taking a boat trip to Robben Island museum and see the prison cell where former president Nelson Mandela was incarcerated as a political prisoner. Then, take a tour to the Penguins ma...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Bottled water onboard the vehicle
  • Private Tour Guide/Driver, Vehicle and Fuel
  • Robben Island boat trip & museum tour admission ticket.
Exclusions
  • Meals, Drinks and Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
  • Cape Town Central
  • Cape of Good Hope
  • Cape Point
  • Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
  • Chapman's Peak Drive
  • Robben Island Museum
  • Cape Town Central
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Robben Island activities cannot be cancelled after booking as these tickets are non-refundable unless any of the following occurs:, In the event that Robben Island museum cancels the boat trip you will receive a refund for the boat trip entrance fees. Rescheduling of bookings can be done and would require 48 hours in advance - is subject to an administration fee. Rescheduling is also subject to availability., A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants, Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Robben Island & City stops.We confirm tickets by 8h00 am next day

Robben Island & City stops.We confirm tickets by 8h00 am next day

5.5 hrsFree cancellation
4.93 (56 reviews)
93.45%
6.55%
Fantasticfun experienceEmpfehlenswert
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$214
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Robben Island & City stops.We confirm tickets by 8h00 am next day
Summary

2 Transfers included from Cape Town City Centre hotels or Sea Point hotels & return (with interesting stops!) and lunch included Water & Sweets Robben Island Ticket is included * Guide will hand over ticket on arrival at Gateway * Board the boat to Robben Island please note: wait in a long queue ...

Inclusions
  • Transfer from City Centre /Sea Point hotels
  • Additional photo stops at surprising locations! pre or post Robben Island tour
  • Bottled water
  • Robben Island ticket
Exclusions
  • Excludes driver/guide gratuity * Optional *
Itinerary
  • Cape Town Central
  • Robben Island Museum
  • Sea Point
Good to know
  • 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
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cape Town: 2-Day Best Highlights Private Tour

Cape Town: 2-Day Best Highlights Private Tour

2 daysPrivate tour
4.92 (14 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$494
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Cape Town: 2-Day Best Highlights Private Tour
Summary

Enjoy a 2-day private tour of Cape Town. Highlights include a trip to Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, Robben Island, a wine tour and a visit to see the seals and penguins local to the area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Across the booking platforms we compare, prices range from $59 to $493, with most options falling between $94 and $224 (median $165). The variation reflects different tour lengths, group sizes, and inclusions, so it's worth comparing what each option covers before booking.

Private tours make up a significant share of the options we compare: 35% (120 listings) are private or small-group experiences. These typically cost more than group tours but offer flexibility and a personalized pace. Most private tours fall within the standard price range, so check individual listings to find one that matches your budget and group size.

Most tours last between 4 and 9 hours, with a median duration of around 7 hours. This usually includes travel time to and from the island, a guided tour of the prison and historical sites, and time to explore on your own. Shorter options exist but are less common.

Yes. Among the tours we compare, guides and materials are offered in 8 languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, Chinese, and Arabic. When booking, check the listing details to confirm your preferred language is available, as not every tour operates in every language.

Robben Island tours are rated 4.3 stars on average, based on over 10,000 combined reviews across booking platforms. Around 79% of reviews are positive, with visitors repeatedly praising tours as amazing, excellent, and highly recommending them. Reviewers often highlight knowledgeable guides and the powerful historical experience.

Most options offer instant confirmation (72% of the listings we compare), so you can often book same-day or a few hours ahead. However, popular time slots do fill up, so booking at least a day or two in advance gives you more choice. About 58% of options include free cancellation, which adds flexibility if your plans change.

A small number of tours are tagged as eco-friendly (16% of the options we compare), though these tags are applied loosely by booking platforms rather than certified. Family-friendly tours are rarer, with only a handful tagged that way. If sustainability or family suitability matters to you, check individual tour descriptions and reviews to see if they match your priorities.

Ferries depart from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront. The journey takes approximately 30-45 minutes depending on sea conditions. Services run multiple times daily.

All visits require a guided tour. You cannot explore the island on your own. Tours are led by trained guides, many of whom are former political prisoners, providing authentic historical insights.

Wear warm layers, waterproof jackets, and sturdy walking shoes. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water. The island is windy and exposed. Comfortable clothing is essential as tours involve substantial walking.

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