Helicopter scenic fly over of Robben Island, from Cape Town

From€180
50 min
Everybody welcome
From 1 years-old and up

Discover the famous Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this historic and scenic helicopter tour from Cape Town!

May 2025
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Meeting point:
Cape Town Helicopters, 36 East Pier Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Spoken languages:English
Cancellation: Moderate
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Take your vacation in South Africa to the next level and discover the famous Robben Island from high above! This 20-minute helicopter tour from Cape Town promises a thrilling and unique experience with incredible views!

Your adventure begins at the meeting point in Cape Town, where you will be greeted by your experienced and certified pilot. After boarding the helicopter, you'll fly over the glittering Atlantic Ocean and around the flat, emerald jewel of Robben Island – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once inside the helicopter, you will be equipped with BOSE aviation grade headsets, which are top of the range noise cancelling headsets meaning you will be able to sit back and relax while you enjoy the thrilling nature of flying in a helicopter and listen to the pilot’s commentary without being distracted by any noise!

A hop and skip away from Cape Town, Robben Island is most famous for its history as a maximum security prison during the Apartheid era. It is here, on Robben Island, where the former President of South Africa, Nelson Mandela, was held captive for 18 years. Today, the island remains a symbol of freedom and civil rights, and observing this monumental little island during your helicopter flight is sure to inspire you and bring you closer to the great, historic events of the world.

Robben Island is also known for the beauty of its nature conservation area, making your helicopter flight from Cape Town extremely scenic in addition to being historic! As you fly around the island, you will also be treated to gorgeous panoramas of Cape Town from every angle, with striking views of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head sure to leave an unforgettable impression on your memory!

Pro tip: For amazing photographs, it is recommended that passengers wear darker-coloured clothing, as lighter clothing can reflect inside the windows and spoil an otherwise incredible shot.

Book your helicopter flight around Robben Island, from Cape Town, now for an awe-inspiring experience in the skies of South Africa!

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