Private Day Tour in Robben Island, Bo-Kaap and Table Mountain

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   Robben Island Museum

   3 hr - Robben Island is a prison where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years of his 27 years in prison in a tiny cell during the apartheid era. Today, the island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit destination for anyone interested in South African history. Tours to the island begin with multimedia exhibits in the museum at the Nelson Mandela Gateway Victoria and Alfred Waterfront before travelers hop aboard to the island. The boat trip takes about 30 minutes to an hour depending on weather conditions. The tour guide/driver will not be joining you on the boat trip to the island as there will be a tour guide; former political prisoner on the island who will give you a guided tour. Your tour guide/driver will be waiting to welcome you back at the port for further adventures.

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   Bo-kaap

   30 min - Bo-Kaap is located in the heart of the city at the foot of Signal Hill, this vibrant area is home to Cape Town Muslim community, consisting of those who have descended from the "Cape Malays," slaves brought by Dutch settlers from Indonesia, Malaysia, and other African countries. It is well known for its brightly painted, distinctive houses, some of which date back to the 18th century. The area wasn’t initially colorful because all houses were painted white. After the abolition of slavery, residents of Bo-Kaap painted their houses in bright colors as a sign of freedom.

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   District Six Museum

   20 min - In 1966, 70,000 residents of multi-ethnic District Six were displaced when the South African government decided the community was to be a white one. The museum's permanent exhibit is known as Digging Deeper and is devoted on documenting various parts of District Six life through a dynamic visual experience that incorporates multi-media documentary, digital, and sound elements. The exhibit introduces visitors to the area's former residents and tells their life histories through various themes.

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   Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

   1 hr - Kirstenbosch is internationally well-known as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens in the world. It has over 7000 diverse Southern Africa plant species. The 528-hectare Kirstenbosch Estate (which includes the Garden) falls under the Cape Floristic Region, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s a favorite of both locals and tourists for many reasons: picnics on the lawns, hikes up Skeleton Gorge, enjoying a glass of chilled Chardonnay before a summer sunset concert, and admiring the panoramic views from the canopy walkway to name a few.

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   Table Mountain

   1 hr 30 min - Table Mountain is Cape Town’s centerpiece. The views of the city and the surrounding area from the top are breath-taking. The mountain offers many hikes and magnificent views in all directions. There are different ways of getting to the top. The easiest and quickest option is to take a cable car. The journey up the mountain takes about ten minutes, giving you spectacular views of the mountain below. If the wind is too strong the cableway won't operate, this may result the trip to be cancelled if the conditions seem unfavorable. The cableway is convenient and fun, however if you want to get a richer experience you can hike up. There are routes up the mountain and are quite steep. The cableway station at the top of the mountain has a curio shop where you can buy snacks and there are restaurants. The tour guide will escort you to the top of the mountain, highlighting interesting things about the mountain.

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   Groot Constantia

   2 hr - Groot Constantia Wine Estate is the oldest wine-producing area in South Africa. Groot Constantia is one of the most famous wine farms in the area. It offers more than just fine, quality wine and delicious food; it is an iconic example of the preservation of South African culture and heritage in the wine industry. The wine estate offers The Visitors Route Experience where travelers can explore the original Cape Dutch Manor House, visit the famed Cloete Cellar : the birthplace of Grand Constance, enjoy the wine tasting experience and see the wine museum and cultural history museum. This is definitely the place to visit in Cape Town for wine lovers.

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