CPT 04 · Extended
History, ocean and a postcard view of the city
About this flight
Cross Table Bay to circle Robben Island, the World Heritage Site where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, then look back at the classic view of Table Mountain.
Robben Island sits in Table Bay, a short hop across the channel from the city. From the air you see the whole island at once: the harbour, the lighthouse, the limestone quarry where political prisoners laboured, and the maximum-security prison where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years behind bars.
On the way back you get the view every photographer wants, Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head rising behind the city. This flight circles the island without landing; a private landing with a guided tour is available as a premium experience.
Best for History lovers and the classic city panorama
Flight plan
The line the Robben Island usually follows, from lift-off to landing. Your pilot adjusts it for the wind and air traffic on the day.
Lift off over the harbour mouth.
Cross the channel to the island.
Circle the prison, the limestone quarry and the old village.
Table Mountain and the city fill the windscreen on the way home.
ROUTE CHART · CPT 04
Make it yours
Add a one-hour scheduled catamaran cruise from the Waterfront for R485, to use within seven days of your flight.
Have the helicopter to yourselves for an extra R4 300.
Staying within 5 km of the Waterfront? Ask for a pick-up 30 minutes before departure.
Please be at the heliport 30 to 45 minutes before take-off.
Every guest needs an original passport or South African ID. No copies.
140 kg per seat in Airbus helicopters; tell us if anyone is over 120 kg.
If we cannot fly, we reschedule; if that is not possible, you get a full refund.
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