An ideal choice for travelers interested in learning more about Nelson Mandela's life and imprisonment on Robben Island, his legacy, and the change he brought about as the father of the Rainbow Nation. This tour will help you avoid the long lines, as admission is included throughout the tour. Visit the diamond factory and discover the carat number of your favorite diamond. Finally, end your day in Bo-kap, where we'll make our last stop in a Cape Town neighborhood from 1834 that marked the end of slavery in the Cape Colony. It's a daytime destination, nestled on a hillside, known for its narrow, cobbled streets lined with colorful houses. Here, you can capture beautiful photos for your Instagram page.
ITINERARY
We will start our itinerary for the day by picking you up from your hotel/accommodation at exactly 7:30 am to catch the early ferry.
The V&A waterfront is one of Cape Town's most popular areas. This is where you catch the ferry to Robben Island, which is 11 km from the mainland and a 40-45-minute ferry ride from the island.
Robben Island is located in Table Bay. Mandela served 18 of his 27 years on the island, which became synonymous with the struggle. You'll disembark at Murray's Bay Harbor, located on the island's east coast, and take a short walk to the buses that will take you to all the island's historical sites.
From Robben Island, you'll return to the V and A waterfront, situated on the edge of the city's bustling harbor, where you'll have lunch and stroll through the mall, which offers a unique array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.
The Diamond Works factory tour offers you the opportunity to visit the diamond and jewelry cutting workshop. A unique experience, the diamond factory tour will allow you to discover the art of cutting and polishing stones, whether diamonds or tanzanites, while sipping a glass of South African champagne called MCC (Method Cap Classic) and watching the cutters in action. In the jewelry workshop, you can create a piece of your own design while enjoying bottomless bubbles and chocolate truffles; the gemstones used vary from session to session.
History of Islamic culture and Cape Town's history dating back 360 years, and see what the locals have to offer, also known for their famous rainbow-colored houses and cobblestone streets, a hub of Cape Malay cuisine and home to descendants of slavery.
Return to your hotel or accommodation. Notes: - Public transport nearby
- Baby seats available
- Passport required
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not accessible to strollers
- No pets allowed
- Babies cannot sit on laps
- All guests must be ready in the hotel lobby at 7:30 am and wait for their tour guide to pick them up.
Highlights
Enjoy a unique experience that will allow you to discover the story of Nelson Mandela, explore Robben Island, and immerse yourself in the culture and tradition of Cape Town.
Não há devolução para este serviço. Se o passeio for cancelado pelo operador devido a circunstâncias imprevistas, será efetuado reembolso total.
General Rules
- Public transport nearby - Baby chairs available - Passport required - Not wheelchair accessible - Not accessible to strollers - Pets are not allowed - Babies cannot sit on laps - All guests must be ready in the hotel lobby at 7:30 am and wait for their tour guide to pick them up.
