Robben Island
Our guide Dave met us just before 8AM and we headed out to make sure we got good seats on the 1st ferry of the day to Robben Island, the former maximum security prison, where Nelson Mandela spent many years. A little overcast at first this morning, but the clouds quickly dissipated.
Our rather old and slow ferry, the Nauticat. In port today, the cruise ship The World.
Heading out for the 45 minute trip to Robben Island.
With wonderful views back to Cape Town and Table Mountain.
Approaching Robben Island.
The quarry where prisoners were forced to work.
The view back to Cape Town.
And the prison itself.
With a former political prisoner giving a tour and talking about life in the prison.
Mandela's cell.
Our return ferry left at 12:30P and arrived back at the dock some 45 minutes later.
We headed over to where the action is for lunch.
And the excellent Harbour House Restaurant.
Aubergine: Great atmosphere, great food and wine.
Our salmon amuse bouche.
An outstanding wine list and yet another great SA wine recommended by the sommelier.
Mrs. SFO's salad starter.
My Curry Cape Seafood Chowder was excellent.
We both had the sensational lobster special.
And a fabulous Chocolate Fondant.
We enjoyed ourselves at Aubergine, so much so that we were the last ones to leave. 
After our psycho taxi driver on the way over, we opted for Uber on the way back to the hotel.
Great car and great driver, for all of US$6.51 and double MR points! 
