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Marine Big 5 Safari full day trip from Cape Town

3.9 (14 reviews) 9 hours Free cancellation
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Marine Big 5 Safari full day trip from Cape Town

About this activity

Leave Cape Town behind to take a marine cruise where you can see great white sharks, whales, Cape fur seals and a variety of seabirds. On a ±2-hour cruise from Gansbaai, ply the waters of Shark Alley to see great whites as they hunt for seal snacks. Then travel to hotspots to see whales, African penguins and other seabirds around Dyer Island and Geyser Rock. Expert guides show you the best of this amazing South African marine wilderness.

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At a glance

Duration
9 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 8 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
Cullinan Guided Journeys

Ages: Adults (5–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop off (Cape Town city centre hotels)
  • Included: Light lunch
  • Included: Boat cruise

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

  1. Dyer Island

    2 hours Admission included

    Muffin and Coffee on arrival, 2 hour boat ride, light lunch included

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Wink Aparthotel One Thibault
  • The Portswood Hotel
  • SunSquare Cape Town Gardens
  • Fountains Hotel by Neighbourgood
  • One Thibault Residence by ITC Hospitality
  • The Bay Hotel
  • Blackheath Lodge
  • AC Hotel Cape Town Waterfront
  • Pullman Cape Town City Centre
  • Hotel Sky Cape Town
  • The Winchester Hotel
  • aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites

and 48 more pickup points

Should your Hotel not be listed, please contact us 48 hours so we can confirm if we would be able to pick up and drop off from your hotel.

Using your ticket

Please note: Complimentary hotel pick-up covers only City Centre Hotels

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • A waterproof jacket, Beanie/Cap, and closed shoes are recommended

  • Children under the age off 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

  • If you suffer from seasickness, it is recommended that you take medication the night before the tour and again one hour before departure

  • Weather & sea conditions permitting

  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

  • Please note: Whale season is from July – November

  • tour is subject to sea and weather conditions

  • tour collection time may be early morning.

  • we offer maximum 8 guests per booking, the boat can accommodate 50 guests

Traveller ratings

3.9 out of 5 · 14 reviews
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Marine Big 5 Safari full day trip from Cape Town

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