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Robben Island and the Long March to Freedom are intertwined symbols of South Africa’s struggle for freedom and democracy. While Robben Island represents the harsh realities of apartheid-era oppression, the Long March to Freedom celebrates the resilience and triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Together, they remind us of the power of perseverance, unity and hope in overcoming injustice and building a better future for all.
Long March to Freedom
A Long March to Freedom Tourist Guide will conduct the historic tour. This is part of our integrated tour model. They are fully conversant and knowledgeable about the 100 life-sized bronze statues that tells history for 350-year-old history. The tour includes detailed history from the first man to stay in South Africa, the apartheid struggle till 1994 when South Africa received its independence. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a curious traveler, the Long March to Freedom tour promises to leave a lasting impression, deepening your understanding of the nation’s complex and compelling narrative.
Malay Quarter & Bo-Kaap
What would exploring the city be without going through the Bo-Kaap? Famous thanks to its colorful houses and located at the foot of Signal Hill, it is also known as the Cape Malay Quarter, a former Islamic District. The influence of the Malays comes from the 19th century, after the abolition of slavery, when they started to build their houses in this area. At this time, it was called “The Islamic Quarter”. This quarter hosts the earlier mosque of the city, Auwal.
Robben Island (Mandela Prison Tour)
You will meet your Tour Guide when you have boarded the buses. A Robben Island Tourist Guide will conduct the prison tour. This is part of our integrated tour model. They are fully conversant and knowledgeable about the Island’s multi-layered 500-year-old history. The tour route includes the graveyard of people who died from leprosy, the Lime Quarry, Robert Sobukwe’s house, the Bluestone quarry, the army and navy bunkers and the Maximum Security Prison where thousands of South Africa’s freedom fighters were incarcerated for years. The tour culminates with a viewing of Nelson Mandela’s cell.
This tour offers exclusive pick-up/drop off and transportation services to the Long March to Freedom, Bo Kaap and V&A Waterfront. We do not pick up any other clients during the journey.
