Excursions/Cape Town/Visite guidée de la prison historique de Robben Island avec ramassage et dépôt
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Visite guidée de la prison historique de Robben Island avec ramassage et dépôt

4.1(44)Cape Town1 heure
VIATOR3.8(18)TRIPADVISOR4.3(26)

Description

Découvrez la riche histoire de l'Afrique du Sud lors d'un voyage inoubliable à Robben Island, un site classé au patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO qui a joué un rôle central dans la lutte du pays pour la liberté. Commencez votre aventure à l'emblématique Nelson Mandela Gateway dans le quartier animé de Silo sur le front de mer de V&A. Cette expérience n'est pas seulement une visite, c'est un voyage à travers l'histoire, offrant un aperçu unique de la lutte de l'Afrique du Sud pour la démocratie. Réservez dès maintenant pour une expérience enrichissante, émotionnelle et éducative que vous emporterez avec vous longtemps après la fin de la visite.

Options de l'excursion

Visite de Robben Island ; Pick-up, Drop-off ; Visite guidée Prison historique
  • Service de prise en charge compris
Résidents sud-africains SA ID
  • Service de prise en charge compris

Itinéraire

Notre chauffeur viendra vous chercher à un endroit désigné pour votre commodité et vous transportera à la tour de l'Horloge au front de mer V&A. Sinon, arrivez à la passerelle Nelson Mandela à Robben Island dans le quartier Silo du front de mer V&A 30 minutes avant votre départ prévu. Assurez-vous d'avoir une copie de votre passeport, numérique ou original, pour vérification. Ce billet ne comprend pas les transferts à l'hôtel.

Entrée incluse240 min

Une fois à bord du bateau partagé, vous embarquerez pour un voyage de 30 minutes à travers la mer jusqu'au musée Robben Island. À l'arrivée, il y aura une visite guidée dirigée par un ex-prisonnier politique. Le Guide commentera en direct l'histoire de l'île, en indiquant les résidences d'anciens prisonniers politiques et d'autres monuments marquants. La visite se terminera par une visite de la cellule de la prison où l'ancien président Nelson Mandela a été détenu, vous offrant la chance de marcher sur ses traces historiques. Après la visite, vous retournerez au point de départ.

Points forts

Billet de ferry pour Robben Island
Guide d'anglais sous licence
Ramassage et dépôt à l'hôtel dans un rayon de 10 km
Wi-Fi à bord
V&A Waterfront un port historique transformé en un centre moderne dynamique de culture et d'affaires
Eau en bouteille
Services de traduction Française disponibles sur demande (en supplément)

Ce qui est inclus

Inclus
Billet de ferry pour Robben Island
Guide d'anglais sous licence
Ramassage et dépôt à l'hôtel dans un rayon de 10 km
Wi-Fi à bord
V&A Waterfront un port historique transformé en un centre moderne dynamique de culture et d'affaires
Eau en bouteille
Services de traduction Française disponibles sur demande (en supplément)
Non inclus
Boissons alcoolisées
Aucun autre guide linguistique n'est disponible, à moins d'une demande expresse moyennant des frais supplémentaires.

Lieux et horaires de prise en charge

Le chauffeur se présentera à la réception ou au bureau d'information de l'hôtel. Si votre hôtel ne figure pas ici mais se trouve dans notre rayon de prise en charge, veuillez entrer le nom de l'hôtel manuellement.

Avis des voyageurs

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Informations importantes

  • Accès pour les personnes à mobilité réduite
  • Landau ou poussette possible pour les bébés et enfants en bas âge
  • Animaux d'assistance acceptés
  • Options de transport accessibles aux personnes à mobilité réduite
  • Entièrement accessible aux personnes à mobilité réduite
  • Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
  • Nous pouvons répondre à des besoins particuliers tels que l’autisme, car nous savons comment gérer cette condition.

Avis(44)

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kuni_K
April 5, 2026
Excellent

I'ts a detailed, exceptional experience that all SA citizens should experience. Would definitely recommend

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly glad you had an excellent and meaningful experience. Robben Island is indeed a powerful place that reflects an important part of South Africa’s history and the journey toward freedom . We really appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another experience in Cape Town soon!

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dialed2026
February 10, 2026
Nice tour

I strongly recommend the tour

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the tour and truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again on another experience in Cape Town soon!

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richardkQ7275WL
February 6, 2026
An unforgettable journey into history

Robben Island is a truly meaningful experience. The tour is well organized, and hearing the stories directly from former political prisoners makes the visit incredibly powerful. Walking through the prison and seeing Nelson Mandela’s cell brings South Africa’s history to life in a way that books simply cannot. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Cape Town.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you found the experience meaningful and well organized. The stories shared by former political prisoners truly make the history of Robben Island come alive. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another memorable experience in Cape Town.

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Cyprian O
January 29, 2026
Robben Island Tour

Great experience, personal testimonials made it very real and impactful. Both the tour bus tour guide and the prison guide were wonderfully engaging.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that the personal testimonials made the experience real and impactful for you. The former prisoners and guides truly bring the history of Robben Island to life. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another memorable tour.

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kingyd2017
January 17, 2026
Disappointed but worthwhile

Unfortunately, we were disappointed with our tour of Robben Island and the prison. On arrival, we were escorted directly onto buses which, quite frankly, did not appear fit to be on the road. While the island tour itself was enjoyable, the experience was uncomfortable at times. Our guide, a former prisoner, repeatedly removed his shirt to show scars from his time in the prison and asked an elderly woman in the group to stand and share her own painful experiences, referring to her as “Mama.” This felt inappropriate and unsettling. The experience did not improve during the prison tour. The second guide focused heavily on graphic descriptions of torture and the horrors that took place there, which became overwhelming rather than informative. Our main concern was the lack of personal time on the island. Visitors are required to follow a tightly controlled schedule, with no opportunity to explore independently. After both the island bus tour and the prison tour, we were allowed only around 30 seconds at Nelson Mandela’s cell. As a result, the day felt long, rushed, and emotionally exhausting

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re sorry to hear that certain aspects of the experience did not meet your expectations, although we appreciate your acknowledgement of the historical importance of Robben Island. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Robben Island is managed and guided entirely by the Robben Island Museum and the relevant heritage authorities. All guides, vehicles, schedules, and tour formats are closely regulated to preserve the site’s integrity and to ensure that its powerful history is presented respectfully and responsibly. The former political prisoners who guide these tours share deeply personal experiences that are often emotional and moving. While this can be intense at times, it forms an important part of preserving the authenticity and lived history of the site. The structured timing and limited access to certain areas, including Nelson Mandela’s cell, are necessary to manage visitor numbers and protect this important heritage location. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving communication and setting clearer expectations for future guests. Thank you again for visiting Robben Island and for sharing your perspective.

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Astrid_T
January 8, 2026
From the booking to the...

From booking to picking up the tour everything perfect. Even for a poor English speaker everything perfect.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Vielen herzlichen Dank für Ihre freundliche Rückmeldung! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass von der Buchung über die Abholung bis zur Tour alles perfekt für Sie war. Es ist uns besonders wichtig, dass sich auch Gäste mit weniger Englischkenntnissen gut aufgehoben fühlen. Vielen Dank für Ihr Vertrauen – wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder begrüßen zu dürfen.

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Sahil_M
January 3, 2026
Excellent Historic Site, Misleading Third-Party Pricing

Robben Island itself is absolutely worth visiting. The island has real historical weight, and the prison tour was informative and well delivered by a former political prisoner. That part of the experience fully lived up to expectations. The pickup and drop-off were handled by Faisal, who was punctual, friendly, and professional throughout. Transport logistics worked smoothly. However, it’s important to be very clear about what you are actually paying for when booking this through Viator via Cape Oasis. Cape Oasis is not the official tour operator and has no involvement in the Robben Island Museum tour itself. The ferry, island visit, bus tour (40 people), and prison tour are exactly the same standard experience you get by booking directly with the Robben Island Museum. Tickets purchased directly from the museum cost 600 ZAR per person. Those of us who booked through Cape Oasis paid nearly three times that price, yet were placed on the same large bus with guests who had paid the standard rate. There was no small-group experience, no specialized access, and no enhanced guiding — despite the implication that this was something more premium. Cape Oasis simply adds a very significant markup for a pickup and drop-off service. For context, an Uber to the CBD ferry terminal costs around $5. This became clear once on the island, and there were many visibly unhappy customers who realized they had paid a premium for no added value. While the destination and official museum tour are excellent, the way this experience is marketed through Viator/Cape Oasis is misleading and feels like a complete rip-off. This is something Viator should review carefully, as the pricing and positioning do not align with what is actually delivered.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed and honest review. We truly appreciate your acknowledgment of the historical importance of Robben Island, the quality of the official museum tour, and Faisal’s professionalism and punctuality. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We also take your concerns very seriously and would like to clarify a few important points for future travelers. Cape Oasis Travel & Tours is indeed not the Robben Island Museum, and we do not operate the island, ferry, bus, or prison tour itself. As clearly stated in our Viator listing, we act as a logistics and facilitation service, offering: Advance ferry ticket procurement (often during high-demand or sold-out periods) Coordinated hotel pickup and drop-off Time management and guidance for first-time visitors On-the-ground assistance before and after the ferry experience The Robben Island Museum operates only one standardized tour format for all visitors. The small group, private, or premium prison tours are only available on a special request, and we do arrange that when requested. We understand that this can be disappointing if expectations differ, and we acknowledge that this should be communicated even more clearly. Regarding pricing: our rates reflect not only transport, but also operational costs, ticket sourcing, staff time, administration, fuel, waiting time, and the risk involved in securing tickets on behalf of clients, particularly during peak seasons when tickets are scarce or unavailable directly from the museum. That said, we fully respect that this service may not feel like good value for travelers who are comfortable navigating logistics independently. Your feedback on how this experience is positioned is extremely valuable. We are genuinely sorry that this experience did not meet your expectations, and we appreciate you raising these points constructively. Honest reviews like yours help us improve and serve future guests better. Thank you again for visiting Cape Town and Robben Island, and we wish you safe and meaningful travels ahead.

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mariskaeteric
December 18, 2025
A touching experience

Thank you very much for this memorable day A big thank you to the driver who picked us up and brought us back. It was a very touching experience especially with our guide who was a former prisoner.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Merci beaucoup pour votre chaleureux retour! Nous sommes ravis que cette journée ait été mémorable pour vous et que l’expérience vous ait touchés. Nous transmettrons avec plaisir vos remerciements à notre chauffeur. Les témoignages de nos guides, anciens prisonniers, rendent en effet cette visite profondément émouvante. Merci encore pour votre confiance et au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau!

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Stay574680
December 14, 2025
Please visit and learn.

Very informative, very moving, would definitely recommend to anyone. It is educational and emotional. The sensitivity was handled very professionally. The organisation of the whole trip was very good.

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Kevin_B
December 8, 2025
On time and very convienient.

This tour was great for us because of the pick up and drop off in our hotel lobby. Our driver, Issac, was right on time. This was a great way to get to and from Robbon's Island and it was great to have someone else deal with transportation and getting the tickets.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that the pickup and drop-off made the experience convenient for you and that Issac was punctual and helpful. We’re glad we could take care of the transportation and ticket arrangements so you could enjoy a smooth and stress-free visit to Robben Island. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon!

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