Robben Island
Tour
Robben Island is situated 11km (seven miles) north of
Cape Town harbour. It is the notorious island prison where thousands of
political prisoners were incarcerated between 1961 and 1991 for campaigning
against apartheid. Its most famous resident was Nelson Mandela.
Children under 4 come for free, but must be included
in the booking.
The three and a half hour tour includes
- Return trip across Table Bay
- Visit to the Maximum Security Prison
- Interaction with an ex-political prisoner
- 45 minute bus tour with a guide providing commentary
To book, contact
Canal Walk Information Office:
Tel: (021) 555 3100/3600
Fax: (021) 555 3040
E-mail: touristinfo@canalwalk.co.za
Cape Town Tourism Information Office:
Tel: (021) 405 4500
Fax: (021) 405 4524
E-mail: info@tourcapetown.com
Nelson Mandela Gateway:
Tel: (021) 413 4200
Fax: (021) 419 1057
E-mail: ebookings@robben-island.org.za
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