Marine Big 5 Safari with transport from Hermanus

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About the Activity
Pricing and Availability
Inclusions & Exclusions
More Activities in Hermanus
Itinerary
Meeting and Pickup
Additional Information
Language And Guide
Ticket Details
Cancellation & Refunds
Reviews from Travelers

About the Activity

We operate from Gansbaai around the world-famous Dyer Island where you might be so fortunate to see the Marine Big 5 – the Southern Right Whale/Humpback/Bryde’s Whales, various shark species, the Cape fur seal (around 60 000 on Geyser Rock), the endangered African Penguin and various visiting dolphin species. The area is also home to a wide variety of seabirds.

5 hours

Pickup offered

Instant Confirmation

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Warm soup and bread after the trip

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional guide

Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water

Coffee/tea and muffins on arrival

Inflatable life-jackets and wet weather gear

Free visit to our African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS)

Trip footage available for purchase after the trip

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

Van Dyk's Bay, South AfricaDyer Island Cruises operates around the world-famous Dyer Island where you might be fortunate enough to see the Marine Big 5: Southern Right / Humpback / Bryde’s Whales, Great White Sharks around the renowned Shark Alley, Cape Fur Seals, the endangered African Penguin and various visiting dolphin species. The are is also home to a variety of seabirds. Our Southern Right Whale Season is normally from June – December, but for the rest of the year we occasionally see Humpback and Bryde’s whales in the area. We have an on-board Marine biologist and experienced crew who promise and educational, life-changing experience. Upon arrival at the Great White House, coffee/tea and muffins are served while listening to a dedicated safety and conservation briefing. We provide safety jackets and wet weather gear. After a short walk to the harbour we board custom deigned vessel, Dream Catcher and the adventure will commence. After the trip on sea, guests return to the Great White House for soup and bread followed by a debriefing. Quality trip footage can be bought, and you will receive a downloadable link. A free visit to the African Penguin and Seabirds Sanctuary is also included. Dyer Island Cruises supports The Dyer Island Conservation Trust under which we have a number of conservation and community projects. Please be assured that Your choice makes a difference by booking with us and help to fulfil our dream to Discover & Protect. If you make use of our dedicated shuttle, we will stop in the beautiful Hermanus. Here you can explore the walkway and curio craft market or have a snack to eat, before heading back to Cape Town.2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Dyer Island Cruises operates around the world-famous Dyer Island where you might be fortunate enough to see the Marine Big 5: Southern Right / Humpback / Bryde’s Whales, Great White Sharks around the renowned Shark Alley, Cape Fur Seals, the endangered African Penguin and various visiting dolphin species. The are is also home to a variety of seabirds. Our Southern Right Whale Season is normally from June – December, but for the rest of the year we occasionally see Humpback and Bryde’s whales in the area. We have an on-board Marine biologist and experienced crew who promise and educational, life-changing experience. Upon arrival at the Great White House, coffee/tea and muffins are served while listening to a dedicated safety and conservation briefing. We provide safety jackets and wet weather gear. After a short walk to the harbour we board custom deigned vessel, Dream Catcher and the adventure will commence. After the trip on sea, guests return to the Great White House for soup and bread followed by a debriefing. Quality trip footage can be bought, and you will receive a downloadable link. A free visit to the African Penguin and Seabirds Sanctuary is also included. Dyer Island Cruises supports The Dyer Island Conservation Trust under which we have a number of conservation and community projects. Please be assured that Your choice makes a difference by booking with us and help to fulfil our dream to Discover & Protect. If you make use of our dedicated shuttle, we will stop in the beautiful Hermanus. Here you can explore the walkway and curio craft market or have a snack to eat, before heading back to Cape Town. 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary

Geelbek Street, Van Dyks Bay, Overstrand, South Africa, 7220The African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) serves as a custom-designed, world class, marine bird rehabilitation centre in the Overstrand area. We provide temporary rehabilitative care to diseased, displaced, injured, oiled and abandoned marine birds with special focus on the endangered African Penguin. Marine bird rescue, rehabilitation and release form part of the conservation management plan to conserve and maintain African Penguin populations, and other seabirds. Through continued research, education and awareness programmes, we aim to mitigate human impacts on our colonies15 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Please wait for us outside or at the front door of your accommodation. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed 24hours prior to the pick-up. Please note that the tour departure time you select is not your pick-up time, but the actual time the boat leaves.
Travelers will be picked up 1 hour before departure time

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Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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.

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

German
English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• You MUST contact the local supplier on +2782 801 8014 at least 48 hours before departure to reconfirm.

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Johannesburg time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Marine Dynamics Whale ToursCreated on 14 Jul 2016Created on 18 Sep 2024

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