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Description
Robben Island is World renowned Island notorious for the incarceration of South African political prisoners including Nelson Mandela. This was a common stopping point for passing ships in the 16th and 17th century. Housed a leper colony from 1846 to 1931 and also those judged insane were also sent there.
From mid 1960s to 1991 Robben Island served as South Africa's maximum-security prison which housed most political prisoners including Nelson Mandela. Robben Island was declared a World Heritage site in 1999.
The tour then takes you to Spice Route which is a very popular winery with multiple activities. You can taste wine, craft beer, ice cream, chocolate tasting, Gin tasting and amazing food.
We then visit award wining Babylonstoren winery which has several activities besides wine tasting. There is a 35ha fruit and vegetables Garden and a Garden Spa. Visit the Spice Garden an Italian Bakery, a Healing Garden and Tea Ceremony.
There also is a Greenhouse Restaurant and a Juicery.
Itinerary
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- Get a bird eye's view of Khayelitsha township from Lookout Hill. Our guide will narrate to you a history of events that shaped the culture of Khayelitsha. Also learn how apartheid marginalized blacks from the society. - Drive to Town 2 for a local mouthwatering braai (barbecue) - Visit Rands Lifestyle a place for fun seekers where music is played in an open space and there is merry making and drinking the African way - Experience how African food is cooked and eat your lunch the African way using hands (not fork and knife).
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Registered and accredited tourist guide
Ferry Ticket to Robben Island
Bottled water
Pick up and drop off at the hotel
What's Excluded
Wine Tasting fees up to R80 / person per winery
Gratuity
Lunch
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
Please Note
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Wheelchair accessible
Language
English
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.