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Monday to Sunday - 08:00 to 17:00
Private Bag Robben Island Cape Town 7400
established by the Department of Arts and Culture in 1997.
established by the Department of Arts and Culture in 1997.
The official guide to living, working, visiting and investing in the RIM
Robben Island, the unique symbol of “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, suffering and injustice” with a rich 500 year old multi-layered history, is visited every year by thousands of people eager to understand and honour the important aspects of South Africa’s history that the Island represents.
The ferries depart from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V & A Waterfront. The tour takes 3.5 hours including the ferry trip to and from the Island (Depending on the boat used as they have different travel times). To book a tour click the button below.
South Africans
ZAR1000
per adult
Non South Africans
ZAR1400
per adult
South Africans
ZAR620
per child
Non South Africans
ZAR820
per child
Friday to Sunday - 08:00 to 17:00
Free Cap & Water Bottle