Top 15 Tickets & Entry Passes in South Africa

1.Robben Island Ferry Ticket and Guided Prison Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,792 reviews · 4 hours · from $79Our pick

Visit Robben Island by ferry, tour Nelson Mandela’s prison cell, and hear firsthand stories from a former political prisoner.

“The trip to Robben Island was everything we expected and more besides. The guides were well informed and interesting and really brought home the history of the island. It was humbling to see the cell in which Nelson Mandela spent so many years and reflect on the bravery and resilience of those political prisoners who also spent time there. The visit helped put into perspective the struggle against apartheid and how far South Africa has travelled since democracy.”

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2.2 Oceans Helicopter Flight with Boat Tour Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 417 reviews · 25 min · from $320Top rated

Review of Cape Town's 25-minute helicopter flight around Table Mountain, plus a V&A Waterfront catamaran cruise, practical tips and value advice.

“The helicopter rode is worth every cent. The staff was very helpful and the Captain was awesome.... If seen so much and i enjoyed every single second of it”

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3.Robben Island Ferry Ticket and Townships Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 400 reviews · from $89

Explore Cape Town’s townships and apartheid history, then visit Robben Island with ferry tickets, local guides, and hotel pickup.

“The Township tour was excellent. Sam gave detailed history of township..”

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4.The Cape Wheel Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 350 reviews · 15 min · from $16

Review of the Cape Wheel at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, covering views, value, timing, accessibility, queues, and family appeal.

“Loved skipping the line and getting straight on. This was a lovely ride. We enjoyed around 6 rotations so got a really good look around. Definitely recommend.”

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5.Robben Island Ferry with Prison Ticket and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 324 reviews · 3h 30m · from $90

Visit Robben Island from Cape Town by ferry, tour Mandela’s cell, and hear firsthand prison stories from a former political prisoner.

“Learning about the history of the whole island was good. It was a bit of a rush after that so maybe give more time to absorb the tour guide’s experience of prison life”

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6.Table Mountain Cable Car Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 236 reviews · 7 days · from $62

Review Table Mountain’s cable car, summit views, queues, ticket value, weather tips, trails, accessibility, and sunset planning in Cape Town.

“Fantastic views, such a beautiful location. Would recommend taking warm clothes and walking shoes. It was a little cold when we were there.”

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7.Robben Island Ferry Ticket and Guided Prison Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 160 reviews · from $69

Robben Island ferry and prison tour review covering the former prisoner guide, ferry risks, price, queues, timing, and booking advice.

“Meeting and hearing the stories from the ex political prisoners was so heart breaking yet authentic and real, an experience you cannot afford to miss if you’re in Cape Town!”

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8.Cape Town Highlights & Hidden Gems Including Tickets and Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 139 reviews · from $95

Explore Cape Town’s Castle, Bo-Kaap, District Six, local food, and city secrets on a flexible four-hour private walking tour.

“It was nice to see a little more of Cape Town and our particular highlight was Company Gardens which were beautiful. Our guide Parinita was very friendly & informative.”

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9.Robben Island Experience: Pre-Booked Ticket & Return Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 126 reviews · from $60

Review of Robben Island with ferry tickets and Cape Town transfers, covering the prison tour, former-prisoner guides, timing, price, and value.

“Tour operator HYM Cape Tours kept us well informed, replied immediately to email questions, driver pickup at hotel was on-time and met us promptly on return. I’ve used Viator before, excellent service, highly recommend.”

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10.Harties Cableway Experience Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 119 reviews · from $17

Ride Harties Cableway 1.5 km up the Magaliesberg for wide views, mountain-top food, family activities, and flexible time above.

“It was a great experience and the restaurant at the top is awesome. I would highly recommend the stay”

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11.Skip the Line: Highgate Ostrich Farm Tour Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · from $11Best value

Feed ostriches, learn farm crafts, and watch a derby at Highgate Ostrich Farm near Oudtshoorn for a lively 75-minute tour.

“Positive: Great Tour! Samantha was the best guide. Love the extra info she shared about the pepper trees and other tid bits. Loved her energy! Negative: Payment System!!! I made the payment on Thursday yet, they still had it as "pax to pay" and I really didn't appreciate the way they dealt with THEIR error.”

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12.Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 90 reviews · 1 day · from $34

Review of Kirstenbosch Garden in Cape Town, with Tree Canopy Walkway, native plants, practical tips, price advice, and booking guidance.

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13.ROBBEN ISLAND MUSEUM TOUR, WITH OPTIONAL LAST MINUTE TICKETS

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 85 reviews · 4 hours · from $90

Visit Robben Island, Mandela’s cell, the limestone quarry, and prison sites on a four-hour ferry and guided museum tour.

“The tour was canceld, because of the wind and raw sea. So i would like to get the money back. Yesterday we had to go home and wasnt possible to go. Greetings Carla”

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14.Robben Island Tour Tickets and V&A Waterfront

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 71 reviews · from $78

Review of Cape Town’s Robben Island and V&A Waterfront tour, with transport, prison visit, practical tips, price value, and booking advice.

“I really loved the experience The guide was awesome, really knew the history and helped a lot to understand the context of the streets, buildings, and other infrastructure. I loved it so much and I recommend it”

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15.2hr Guided Game Drive at 10h00; Kragga Kamma Game Park Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · from $28

See rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and cheetahs on a practical two-hour Kragga Kamma game drive near Port Elizabeth.

“Up close to animals and very knowledgeable guide. A full two hour tour. Saw giraffs, rhinos, lions, buffalo, etc.”

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