Ever heard of the Marine Big 5? Gansbaai, SA is the best location for spotting whales, seals, sharks, dolphins and penguins all in one trip. Learn about these animals and conservation efforts.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 2.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Optional audio guide
- German, Italian
- Pickup optional
- See pickup & drop-off
- Wheelchair accessible
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
In all honesty, your guide either makes or breaks a trip and Alina has done a marvelous job of guiding and informing us about the marine life of the tour that I have been on
was amazing, we saw whales right up from, really had a great time
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Participants
Date
Pickup & drop-off
Pickup is available for selected options.
Pickup details
Transportation is optional with an additional fee. If the option is chosen with additional transport you will be collected at the hotel you have indicated. Pickup time will be confirmed the afternoon before the trip, after a detailed weather check has been done. Ensure you receive your pickup time from the activity provider the afternoon and confirm receipt of message. Please wait in your hotel lobby.
Pickup time
0 - 120 minutes before the activity starts.
Drop-off point
Same as pickup points.Meeting point
Meet at The Great White House in Kleinbaai, 5 Geelbek St, Van Dyks Bay, 7220, South Africa. The meeting time will be confirmed the day before your trip.
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What to bring
- Warm clothing
- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed
- Smoking in the vehicle
- Alcohol and drugs
Know before you go
- All ages are welcome on the vessels. Should you have kids under 5, please contact the supplier directly to amend your booking accordingly. Kids 1 to 4 years old are free of charge.
- Both the welcome facility and whale watch vessel are wheelchair friendly
- The vessel can accommodate 2 wheelchairs per trip
- If you are prone to motion sickness, it's recommended that you use anti-seasickness medication starting the day before the trip
- Please bring warm clothes as it colder on sea than land
- Please bring along sunscreen and a hat
- This is a full-day activity with a duration of up to 8 hours, sometimes even longer
- This is a weather dependent activity and sightings are not guaranteed
- Starting times mentioned are subject to change daily and only used as indication
- Exact pickup time can only be confirmed the afternoon before the trip after a detailed weather check has been done - guests will be contacted
- The scenic drive from Cape Town to Gansbaai is 2.5 hours one-way