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Marine Big 5 Safari: Self-Drive

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Western Cape, South Africa
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5+ bookings last month.
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Africa isn’t just famous for its land mammals, there are plenty of marine species to admire as well. On this full-day excursion, journey off the coast of Gansbaai in search of the “Marine Big Five”—whales, sharks, seals, penguins and dolphins. Afterward, warm up with homemade soup and bread at a local restaurant. You can also visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary before or after the tour.
  • "Marine Big Five" aquatic safari
  • Professional guide/biologist guide on board
  • Warm meal at local restaurant included
  • Visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Coffee/tea and muffins on arrival
  • Warm soup and bread after trip
  • Inflatable life-jackets and wet weather gear
  • Professional guide
  • Free visit to our African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS)
  • Trip footage available for purchase after the trip
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Great White House Restaurant - Gansbaai
    5 Geelbek St, Van Dyks Bay, 7220, South Africa

    Travellers to meet us at the Great White House, Gansbaai, Geelbek Street, Van Dyks Bay, South Afica

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Marine Dynamics - Whale Watching and Marine Big 5 Tours in South Africa

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

2

Great White House Restaurant - Gansbaai

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

3

African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Wheelchair accessible, we can accommodate 2 wheelchairs per trip. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
  • Excellent crew - one crew member to look after 6-7 guests.
  • Please note that the Conservation Fee is compulsory.
  • This tour is 2 to 2.5 hours, excluding your travel and briefing time.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7
based on 115 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Support conservation!

Deborah_C, Dec 2023
A great way to experience marine life in South Africa while supporting conservation and research efforts. The area is beautiful from the boat. Come during whale season if you can. If not you may still see the Bryde’s Whale. Be sure to visit the South African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary. These birds are threatened with becoming extinct in the wild soon and need support.

great boat ride

zipper823, Feb 2020
We didnt see shark or whale but we knew we were off season and the chances were slim but the adventure was still very good. The only recommendation we have is the lady speaking into microphone should check to make sure we could understand her (reason for 4 stars) Her narrative was muffled. We told other crew members but they didnt do anything. It is an easy fix but they need to be attentive to it.
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