Robben Island Tour

ABOUT THIS NAC FLIGHT

NAC Helicopters’ Robben Island Scenic Flight explores an important part of South Africa’s history. Leave the V&A Waterfront, passing by Green Point and Cape Town cityscape, routing towards Robben Island for an aerial view of the buildings and prison where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated.

We utilize four-seater and six-seater helicopters for the Robben Island flight.

 

ROUTE IS WEATHER-DEPENDENT AND AT THE PILOT’S DISCRETION.

What to look out for

Table Mountain

One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Table Mountain is an iconic symbol of Cape Town.

The V&A Waterfront

The V&A Waterfront is world-renowned for its luxury hotels, dining, retail and entertainment experiences.

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Robben Island

A significant heritage site, Robben Island is where Nelson Mandela was infamously imprisoned during Apartheid.

VIEW THE FLIGHT ROUTE

The flight path

WHAT NAC PASSENGERS SAY

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  • Tuğba Yil
    Review on May, 2025
    A must in Cape Town
    A must in Cape Town. We were there with our tour guide, who got a discounted price. 12min for 115€. There are different routes and accordingly the time. We were in a helicopter with a capacity for 6 guests. Very comfortable and has to be experienced to be believed. One of the best views ever. Definitely worth it! Staff very nice, short introduction via video, and then we get started.
  • Akram Saleh
    Review on August, 2025
    Absolutely amazing experience
    It was an absolutely amazing experience! Everything was smooth and exceptional from start to finish. Many thanks to Ms. Mofeeda and Captain Rayan for their outstanding service and professionalism. Highly recommended!
  • Haneefah Adams
    Review on May, 2025
    Best experience ever
    Best experience ever, lovely staff and caring and they know what they are doing, experienced staff. There is also a little coffee station and drink station ❤️💯
  • FrqIndianTraveller / Pune
    Review on May, 2025
    Great way to see Cape Town from the air
    We went on a helicopter ride after we visited Table Mountain. We had seen Cape Town from a distance. This was an opportunity - from the air. We were in a 7-Seater. The pilot was fantastic, explaining places in Cape Town.
  • Jecael Maree Kaw
    Review on July, 2025
    Smooth helicopter ride
    Cozy lounge area while waiting. Smooth helicopter ride to see the spectacular views of Cape Town from the sky!
  • Dale van der Linde
    Review on January, 2025
    This specific branch had the most welcoming staff and atmosphere I have experienced
    In my 20+ years in the aviation field, this specific branch had the most welcoming staff and atmosphere I have experienced. Great location and great service, clean aircraft and awesome hangar staff! Highly recommended!
  • Louk van de Sanden
    Review on December, 2024
    Thank you, NAC crew, for a great experience!!
    We ended up at NAC helicopters for a fantastic flight around Cape Town with blue skies, after our reserved flight at competitor Cape Town helicopters was cancelled without informing us due to a lack of helicopters (bizarre). We should have spoken with NAC directly at first. NAC gave us a very warm welcome, a professional and kind pilot and tour guide and last but not least, great photos and videos were taken of our family after we landed. Thank you, NAC crew, for a great experience!!
  • Alaa Alkhayyat
    Review on July, 2025
    Worth the experience
    The helicopter ride experience is one of the recreational activities in Cape Town. It is located in the Victoria Mall and offers two types of long and short trips. Honestly, it is worth the experience because you will see Cape Town from above, and the view is amazing.
  • Shane “Slim Shaney” Williams
    Review on February, 2025
    I will definitely use NAC Helicopters in future
    This is an experience you do not want to miss. Very friendly staff, and the tours are definitely worth it. I will definitely use NAC Helicopters in future.
  • Andre Oberholster
    Review on November, 2024
    A real ‘wow’ bucket list item come true!!
    Stunning experience! Absolute professionalism and friendliness from first contact to the end. A real 'wow' bucket list item come true!! NAC has a strong culture of having no compromises and anticipation of the client's wishes. Thanks, guys!!