Private Robben Island Landing & Guided Experience

Join us for an unforgettable experience with amazing views of the Robben Island nature conservation area, a World Heritage Site, and the notorious prison. In addition, you can enjoy sweeping 360-degree views of Cape Town when flying with Cape Town Helicopters. We will land on Robben Island. Highlights of the Private Robben Island Helicopter Tour include an aerial view and private tour of the prison, the limestone quarry, and postcard views of Cape Town. Robben Island Museum is a historical landmark and world heritage site best known as the political prison where Nelson Mandela was held captive during his 18 to 27 years imprisonment. For hundreds of years, it was a site of banishment and isolation for undesirables, a leprosy colony, and a World War II outpost. Since its establishment as a World Heritage Site, the main attraction for visitors to the island has been the maximum-security prison. Bookings: Minimum 2 guests

Duration: Approx. 4 hours

Highlights of the Robben Island private tour include:

A scenic helicopter flight to and from the V&A Waterfront.
Private Tour of Robben Island Village, including the Sobukhwe House, limestone quarry, etc.
Visit Nelson Mandela’s prison cell as part of the maximum-security prison tour.
Your own vehicle on the island
Your own private guide on the island where an ex-political prisoner will guide you at the Maximum-Security Prison, and you’ll receive unparalleled insight into the significant role that each of the Robben Island inmates collectively played throughout.

Notes:

The tour is tailor-made to suit the guests’ needs and interests
Guests can charter a helicopter to land and take off from Robben Island Museum
Quote available on request

Flights are subject to weather conditions. A full refund will be provided where rescheduling of flights is unavailable.

Important Information

Check In Time

Please check in 30 minutes before your scheduled takeoff time. This allows us to complete weight checks, conduct the safety briefing, and issue your tickets. Once checked in, you can relax in our waiting area, capture some great pre-flight photos, and soak in the atmosphere before your adventure begins.

Photography Tip

For the best photos, we recommend wearing darker-colored clothing. Light colours, especially white, can reflect off the windows and affect your shots—so dress dark for that perfect picture! We do not have an on-site photographer.

Seating

For all sharing flights, seating is assigned based on weight and balance, which is determined during your safety briefing and ticketing. If you prefer to choose your own seats, you may book an Exclusive Flight by purchasing one additional seat—guaranteeing you the best seats in the house.

Weather

All flights are weather-dependent. If conditions are not suitable for flying, we will make every effort to reschedule your flight to the next best available time. For your comfort, please note that the temperature in the sky is the same as on the ground, so dress accordingly.