V&A Waterfront Marine Big 5 Ocean Safari

Cape Town, South Africa

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Get to know the marine environment of the Cape Town Atlantic Coastline on this boat tour from the V&A waterfront. Step aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with a small group of just 10 people, which gives you personalized attention from the guide and allows time to ask questions. Look out for ocean-dwelling creatures and learn about ecosystem through informed commentary.

Small group of just 10 people or fewer
Snacks and refreshments provided
Guide provides educational commentary
Get views of the waterfront from the deck of the boat

What's Included

All activities

Gratuities
Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Ocean Experiences - Seal Snorkeling, Boat Rides & Scuba Diving
Shop 8, Quay 5, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa
The shop is located on Quay 5, Shop 8. Right across from the Jolly Roger Pirate Boat. Next to Seelan Restaurant.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.10:30 am

Itinerary

Ocean Experiences

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
Minimum age is 10 years
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Featured review

Dave_T

The crew were very helpful and good eyesight meant that we saw three humpback whales. The whole experience was very enjoyable and we would highly recommend.

Reviews

4.4

based on 32 reviews

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The crew were very...

Dave_T, Nov 2025

The crew were very helpful and good eyesight meant that we saw three humpback whales. The whole experience was very enjoyable and we would highly recommend.

Sunday morning chill

Jennifer_G, Aug 2025

Well organised tour - lovely clean boat and friendly welcoming crew. Didn’t really see anything but it was a lovely view of CT and nice to get out for a different perspective

Wonderful morning

MichaelLeonard_S, Jan 2025

Had a wonderful time. We saw the “Big Five of the ocean” Whales, fur seals, sun fish, penguins and dolphins The boat was spacious and clean. The boat had shade for those sensitive to the sun.

Marine Safari

Dominic_K, Dec 2024

Was great fun, unfortunately did not see much and not much seating on the boat but it was a great experience!

Wonderful Experience

Don_H, Mar 2024

The friendly and well informed crew coupled with the sighting of Southern Right whales and a sun fish

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you so much for the lovely review, we are pleased to hear that you had an amazing time with us and was able to spot the beautiful Marine life of Cape Town.

A great tour time well spent

Michael_M, Jan 2024

A lovely tour on a catamaran boat. The crew were welcoming and knowledgeable about the oceanic wildlife and SA more generally. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and would recommend!

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Thank you so much for this amazing review, we are delighted that we were able to give you a memorable experience with Explore Cruises part of the Explore Collection

Chill few hours at sea on a gorgeous boat

Niav_S, Jan 2024

Lovely relaxing few hours at sea .. saw sunfish ..,penguins .. friendly crew , a chill way to spend a morning

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Thank you for this lovely review, we are delighted that you enjoyed chilled experience with Explore Cruises part of the Explore Collection.

Nice experience

Natalia_C, Jul 2022

The boat ride was nice and crew were nice, attentive and polite. We weren’t lucky with the “encounter with the wild ocean life”, though and the reason I only place 4 stars to the tour. We found 1 penguin and a couple of seals. But it was a nice boat ride.