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Tours/Cape Town/Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour

Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour

4.8(5)Cape Town8–10 hours
VIATOR4.5(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(3)
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
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Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour
Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour

At a glance

Duration
8–10 hours
Price from
$216 / person
Location
Cape Town, South Africa
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
See policy below
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
African Xplora

Description

Spend a day exploring the iconic Table Mountain and the famous Robben Island prison famed for hosting Nelson Mandela. You'll take a cable car ride up to the top of Table Mountain, and spend time exploring Robben Island Museum, and seeing the very cell where Mandela was imprisoned, with a local guide to lead the way.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM
Next available
Sat, Oct 31
Adult (ages 18–65)
$216
Senior (ages 66+)
$216
Youth (ages 15–17)
$216
Child (ages 3–14)
$123
Infant (ages 0–2)
$62

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $364.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 30.

Tour Options

Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour

Pickup included

Itinerary

Robben Island Museum
Admission included240 min

The ferries depart from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront. You will disembark at Murray’s Bay Harbour situated on the east coast of the Island and take a short walk to buses that will transport you to all the historical sites around the Island. You will meet your Tour Guide when you have boarded the busses. A Robben Island Tourist Guide will conduct the prison tour. This is part of our integrated tour model. They are fully conversant and knowledgeable about the Island’s multi-layered 500-year-old history. The tour route includes the graveyard of people who died from leprosy, the Lime Quarry, Robert Sobukwe’s house, the Bluestone quarry, the army and navy bunkers and the Maximum Security Prison where thousands of South Africa’s freedom fighters were incarcerated for years. The tour culminates with a viewing of Nelson Mandela’s cell.

V&A Waterfront
60 min

Explore this beautiful mall by the Waterfront. Top class restaurants which offer wide variety of cuisines. Shop around for souvenirs, precious stones or anything you want. A big wheel is available (optional/extra cost) which will give you views high up in the sky.

Table Mountain
Admission included120 min

Take the five-minute cable car trip to the top of Table Mountain, 1089 metres above Cape Town, and explore the summit. This is a great spot to sit and soak up the commanding 360-degree views of Cape Town, Table Bay, the nearby peaks of the surrounding mountains and the rest of the Table Mountain National Park.

What's included

Included
Return Ferry Ride to Robben Island
Private Transportation to visits
Return Table Mountain Cableway Ride
Not included
Meals
Fees to optional visits

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up from all hotels, guesthouses and backpackers in Cape Town.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.8
5 reviews
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4
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
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How it compares in Cape Town

  • Starting price $216 is 11% above the typical $194 for tours of similar length in Cape Town

Excurgo comparison of 3,051 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation

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

0+ days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour take?

Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour lasts about 8–10 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.

How much does Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour cost?

Prices start at $216 per person for this Cape Town experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $364. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.

How much does Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour cost for children?

Children aged 3–14 pay from $123, adults from $216.

Can I cancel Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour for free?

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

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from all hotels, guesthouses and backpackers in Cape Town. Pickup points include ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Waterfront, The Portswood Hotel.

What languages is Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.

Is Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Full Day Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by African Xplora.

Reviews(5)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$216/ person
4.8(5)
Duration8–10 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationWithin 24h
Check availability on Viator →
Booked and paid on Viator.com
Cancellation

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

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