Mossel Bay Sunset Boat Cruise

2 hours

Mossel Bay Sunset Boat Cruise, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Step aboard a magnificent schooner and enjoy a relaxing evening along the Garden Route coastline. This sunset cruise from Mossel Bay combines authentic sailing, coastal landscapes, and remarkable marine wildlife in one memorable experience. Visit Seal Island, home to approximately 4,000–4,500 Cape Fur Seals, while your onboard guide shares fascinating insights into the colony. Continue past Cape St. Blaize, its historic lighthouse, and the remarkable Khoisan Sea Caves, which can only be seen from the water. Along the way, you may also spot dolphins, seabirds, and, during whale season, even whales in their natural habitat. As the day draws to a close, your captain pauses at the best viewpoints, allowing you to soak in the colourful sunset and capture beautiful photographs as the sky fills with shades of gold, orange, pink, and crimson.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Mossel Bay Tours

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Service of an experienced crew
Included: Seasonal whale viewing opportunity (only when present)
Included: Guided onboard commentary
Included: Life jackets and safety gear

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Hotel pick up & drop-off

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

Begin your experience at Mossel Bay Harbour, where you'll meet the crew, complete check-in, receive a safety briefing, and board a traditional schooner before setting sail along the Garden Route coastline.
Stop 2

20 min

Cruise near the Seal Island, home to approximately 4,000–4,500 Cape Fur Seals. Your skipper pauses near the island, giving you plenty of time to take photographs while your onboard guide shares fascinating insights into the seal colony and its natural habitat.
Stop 3

20 min

Cruise around Cape St. Blaize, where you'll enjoy spectacular views of the dramatic cliffs, rugged coastline, and historic St. Blaize lighthouse from the water. The schooner slows down here for a time as well, allowing you to admire the scenery and capture memorable photographs.
Mossel Bay

1 h 5 min

Take in the spectacular Mossel Bay Coastline, including the remarkable Khoisan Sea Caves, which can only be seen from the water. As you make your way along the coast, you may also spot dolphins and seabirds in their natural habitat. Your captain will slow down or briefly pause at the most scenic viewpoints, giving you plenty of time to admire the rugged coastline and capture stunning photographs. During whale season, if whales are spotted nearby, your captain may also briefly pause to allow for responsible whale viewing from a safe distance.

As the day draws to a close, experience the highlight of your evening as your captain pauses so you can enjoy the spectacular sunset. You can then soak in the breathtaking views as the sky transforms into brilliant shades of gold, orange, pink, and crimson, creating the perfect backdrop for unforgettable photographs of the Garden Route coastline.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please proceed to Mossel Bay Harbour for check-in. Enter the harbour, turn left towards the restaurants, and look for the bright yellow and blue kiosk—the first kiosk on your right. Exact meeting location will also be sent 24–48 hours before your tour. Please arrive 15–30 minutes before departure.

End point

Please proceed to Mossel Bay Harbour for check-in. Enter the harbour, turn left towards the restaurants, and look for the bright yellow and blue kiosk—the first kiosk on your right. Exact meeting location will also be sent 24–48 hours before your tour. Please arrive 15–30 minutes before departure.

Using your ticket

All tour instructions, meeting details, and any additional information required for your experience will be shared with you 24–48 hours before your scheduled tour.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.