Robbin Island: Tour with Nelson Mandela's Warder and Chef
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Experience a private tour with Jack Swart, Nelson Mandela's warder and chef. Hear personal anecdotes and stories about Mandela's time in prison, and see Jacks' memories, pictures, and personal notes.
Highlights
- Experience a private tour with Jack Swart, Nelson Mandela's warder and chef
- Hear personal anecdotes and stories about Mandela's time in prison
- Learn about Mandela's preferences and his special house prison guests
- See 'the album,'a treasured collection of memories, pictures, and personal notes
- Jack offers a deeper dive into Mandela's time in prison
Description
Experience a unique, limited-time opportunity to delve deep into Nelson Mandela’s life through the eyes of his warder and chef, Jack Swart. This exclusive encounter offers insights and personal stories about the man who changed the world.
Start your day with a private sit-down coffee, breakfast, or lunch with Jack Swart, or take a guided walk through Nelson Mandela's Museum, depending on your ferry departure time. During this, Jack shares his incredible story and insights into life at the prison, providing a unique perspective as a white warder under apartheid.
Jack recounts his experience cooking for Mandela and his special house prison guests. Over your meal together, he’ll reveal Mandela’s dietary preferences and share “the album” – a treasured collection of memories, pictures, and personal notes from Mandela.
Jack will take you through the memories the house where Mandela stayed during his last 14 months in jail. He’ll narrate stories of daily routines, significant visitors, wiretaps by the government, and even the funny first time Mandela saw a microwave. Hear about the first time Mandela swam in a pool, the notes Mandela left, and how he prepared for his release.
Includes
Meeting with Jack Swart
Personal anecdotes and history from Jack Swart
Insights into Mandela's personal life
Access to 'the album' - a collection of memories, pictures, and personal notes from Mandela
Robbin Island Tour
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