Robben Island with Mandela’s Warder & Chef

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Meet “Jack Swart” – Nelson Mandela’s Warder and Chef

Experience a unique, limited-time opportunity to delve deep into the life of Nelson Mandela through the eyes of his warder and chef, Jack Swart. This exclusive experience offers a rare glimpse into the man the world came to know and love, as told by someone who shared a close bond with him.

Jack Swart is an extraordinary individual, embodying qualities similar to those of Mandela himself. His incredible story, coupled with the personal album he shares, provides an intimate and genuine connection to the remarkable man Mandela was.

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Exclusive Private Tour with Jack Swart – Nelson Mandela’s Warder and Chef

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.

Itinerary:

Private Coffee/Lunch/ Guided walk with Jack Swart: Start your day with a private sit-down coffee, breakfast, or lunch with Jack Swart, or we often do a guide walk through Nelson Mandelas 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.

Optional Island Tour with Jack: Choose to have Jack accompany you to Robben Island for a deeper dive into Mandela’s time in prison. He will guide you through Mandela’s cell, the lime quarry, and the warders’ quarters, sharing personal anecdotes and history, Jack came to the island 1 year after Mandela got here, so he was there from the beginning.

Mandela’s Life: 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.

Mandela’s Final 14 Months: 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.

This one-of-a-kind experience is not available anywhere else. Being in Jack’s presence offers a profound connection to Mandela’s legacy, leaving you with lasting memories and a deep appreciation for both these incredible men.

 

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