On 20 January 1766, the Meermin, a slave ship of the Dutch East India Company, deported more than one hundred and fifty black captives, mostly sixteen years old, from Tulear (Madagascar) to the Dutch colony of the Cape of Good Hope, The extreme south of Africa. “front door”, a mainland symbol of the importance of the Island Also, visit the popular attractions in the city by following Cape Town itinerary 2 days. Robben Island Tickets cannot be re-sold and can only be used by the registered passenger. hello The Dutch East India Company owned counters and colonies on the coasts of present-day South Africa to Mozambique, where tens of thousands of black captives from Africa and Asia were used as beasts of sum. The Gateway is Robben Island Museum’s Robben Island Tickets, Penguins, and Private Cape Point Tour Pickup available; Duration: 8 hours; 4.8 15 reviews From. From 1795 to 1802, British troops occupying the Cape used it as a military prison, mainly Dutch whites, and for ordinary convicts before returning briefly under the control of the Batavians authorities. 1 day ticket for the Cape Town Tourist Bus. 1 V&A Waterfront. He will drown in the waters of the Bay of the Table during his escape attempt to regain the shores of the continental shelf. On 5 August 1962, he was arrested by the South African police on the CIA’s indication, and was sentenced to prison and hard labour in the Rivonia trial. Robben Island Museum Tour. Underground parking is available by the Radisson red and Silo hotel. He entered the African National Congress (ANC) in 1943, in order to combat political domination by the white minority and racial segregation established by it. On 20 January 1766, the Meermin, a slave ship of the Dutch East India Company, deported more than one hundred and fifty black captives, mostly sixteen years old, from Tulear (Madagascar) to the Dutch colony of the Cape of Good Hope, The extreme south of Africa. our friends are also in cape town (Paola Biason). Accommodation for delegates is available at the Guest House and the nearby ex-warders’ houses. During peak season Robben Island has 4 ferries, the earliest sets out at 09:00 am and the latest ferry leaves at 17:00. Jahrhundert durch Holländer ersstmals zu einer Gefängnisinsel. Home ; Client Page; From 03 Apr 2021 09:00. Portuguese sailors took refuge there and stayed overnight in a cave. Nelson Mandela was detained there for nearly 17 years, starting at 1964, before being transferred to Pollsmoor prison in 1982 and then to Victor Verster in 1986, near Paarl. Today it is a World Heritage Site and museum, a poignant reminder of the road that had to be walked to the newly democratic South Africa, and the price so many people paid for freedom. thank you so much for your support and best regards Duration 30 min Frequency Twice a week Estimated price R 210 - R 600 Schedules at robben-island.org.za Book at webtickets.co.za Adult R 400 - R 600 Child ( Under 18) R 210 - R 310 Online I found only one ticket. Private Bag Robben Island Duration 30 min Frequency Twice a week Estimated price R 210 - R 600 Schedules at robben-island.org.za Book at webtickets.co.za Adult R 400 - R 600 Child ( Under 18) R 210 - R 310 From 1658, Robben Island was used as a prison by the first Dutch settlers, landed in Cape Town 6 years earlier. The calendar for this period is open. He will drown in the waters of the Bay of the Table during his escape attempt to regain the shores of the continental shelf. In 1959, it was transferred to the prison department to erect a maximum security penitentiary centre. It is a very requested period. Hi Helen, definitely book your Robben Island tickets in advance and double check the reservations.