River Cruises in Cape Town
Compare 176 river cruises in Cape Town, with prices from €4. Top rated: Ocean Wildlife Encounter in Cape Town (5.0★). Free cancellation on most bookings.
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asemahlek2026·2026-01-15·
★ 5.0
Robben Island Tour Pre-Booked Tickets, Meeting Point & Transfers
KJA TOURS MADE ROBBEN ISLAND UNFORGETTABLE
.....A huge shout-out to KJA Tours for an incredible Robben Island experience! They took care of everything,making it a hassle-free memorable day.
JUDY_P·2025-10-14·
★ 4.0
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Ticket from Cape Town
Inspiring tour
We were inspired by this tour. It would have been better if our cell block guide had a microphone. He was difficult to hear. And try to book when there are not school students touring.
nteziryayoc·2025-01-13·
★ 5.0
Robben Island Ferry Ticket &Guided Prison Tour with Pick-up& back
Wildlife Sanctuary
Unforgettable experience,the Robben Island tour provided a unique perspective on the island’s history and significance.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I budget for river cruises in Cape Town?
Plan on €60 to €357 per adult, which covers half of the 176 options on this page. The cheapest is the Half Hour Seal and Harbour Cruise from Cape Town at €4.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Almost all can: 152 of the 176 experiences here offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. Use the “Free cancellation” filter to see only those.
How much time should I set aside?
Allow about 5 hours for a typical experience here. The longest lasts 15 days; use the Duration filter for shorter ones.
Are there tours in languages other than English?
English is the most common, offered by 175 experiences, followed by French, Portuguese, Spanish; Castilian and German. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
Do any experiences include pickup from my hotel?
110 experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Robben Island and Long Walk To Freedom Historical Full day Tour.. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Will my booking be confirmed straight away?
For 167 of the 176 experiences, yes: you get an instant confirmation and a mobile voucher. The rest are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours.
Which tour do travellers rate highest?
The Ocean Wildlife Encounter in Cape Town is rated 5.0 from 386 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
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