Robben Island Guided Tour & Two Ocean Aquarium with tickets
The first part takes you via ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years imprisoned. Explore the top sights in Cape Town, such as Robben Island, the V&A Waterfront, and the Two Oceans Aquarium, by taking a guided tour. Travel in luxury in an air-conditioned vehicle and take advantage of the ease of a hotel pickup. Along the way, learn about Africa’s history, the Island's role as a former prison, and hear stories about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence there. Get picked up early from your lodging to begin your day of sightseeing in Cape Town.
Explore the highlights of Robben Island with a guide Ensures a more personalized experience Tour offers the opportunity to see Nelson Mandela’s former prison cell
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What's included in Robben Island Guided Tour & Two Ocean Aquarium with tickets
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Robben Island Museum
Get a guided tour of the prison while learning about South Africa's history, the struggle against oppression, and the thousands of freedom fighters who were imprisoned on Robben Island, including former president Nelson Mandela. Return by ferry to the V&A Waterfront and enjoy some free time to do some shopping or grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants (cost not included). End your day with a visit to the Two Oceans Aquarium. Explore the wonders of the ocean up close as you visit the penguin exhibit, shark exhibit, ocean exhibit, and much more. Learn about the history of South Africa, the fight against oppression, and the thousands of freedom fighters—among them former president Nelson Mandela—who were detained on Robben Island by taking a guided tour of the prison. Take the ferry back to the V&A Waterfront and use your free time to shop or eat at one of the many restaurants (own expense).
Two Oceans Aquarium
Visit the shark exhibit, the ocean exhibit, the penguin exhibit and much more at Two Oceans Aquarium to cap off your day. After visiting the Two Ocean Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront, you will get up close to sea species such as Penguins, Sharks, Jelly Fish and many more at the Two Ocean Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront. During our time at the V&A Waterfront, you will also have the opportunity to take photographs with incredible views of Table Mountain and the City, as well as to have lunch at your own expense before boarding the ferry to Robben Island.
Inclusions
- Robben Island & Two Ocean Aquarium Tickets included.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Driver, guide & Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Book in advance to avoid disappointment on the day
- Round-trip transfer from your hotel ensures a hassle-free trip
- Benefit from the historical insights of your small-group guide
- See the cell that confined Nelson Mandela for 18 years
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 45 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pickups are available from all hotels in Sea Point and City Centre. Return transportation is also available from all hotels in Sea Point and City Centre. Those who are prone to seasickness should take seasick medication before boarding, pack a jacket, wear comfortable shoes, and carry food, as the driver will not board the Robben Island boat. Please have a copy of your passport or a phone. Note that this pertains to return transfers to and from the hotel.