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V&A Waterfront: Seal & Harbour Cruise

4.4  / 5236 reviews
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Water activity
V&A Waterfront: Seal & Harbour Cruise
4.4  / 5236 reviews

Discover the resident seals & international ships visiting our shores. Hop aboard a harbour cruise ship to see the city in a new light and learn more about Cape Town's proud nautical history.

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Duration 30 minutes
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Afrikaans, Chinese, German, English, French, Dutch, Spanish, Turkish, Zulu, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian
Audio guide included
English, Afrikaans, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Zulu, Italian

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

C
Charmaine – South Africa

The boat trip was lovely and the lady that helped us at the gate was very helpfull no hassles overall it was a fantastic experience

C
Charmaine – South Africa
R
Riadh – Qatar

A nice short little cruise in the V&A waterfront, earphones were provided and the choice of languages was good and clear.

R
Riadh – Qatar

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Aquarium 1

  • Timeline stop icon

    V&A Waterfront

    Boat cruise, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Aquarium 1

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Learn about the Cape Fur seal and have your camera ready to snap photos
  • Cruise the V&A Waterfront, the oldest working harbour in South Africa
  • Enjoy a fun and family-friendly cruise with departures every 30 minutes
  • View the waterfront from the water

Full description

Departing from the jetty outside the Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront, the Waterfront Harbour Cruise puts Cape Town’s bustling harbour in the spotlight. Expect to see key attractions including icons of maritime history as well as epic views of the city’s natural landscape. Highlights include the SAS Somerset, the only remaining boom defence vessel in the world, and the southern hemisphere’s largest synchro-lift and only drawbridge, the Bascule Bridge. The cruise also includes views of Table Mountain, the Nelson Mandela Gateway, Chavonnes Battery Museum and the well-known Clock Tower. Of course, experiencing the bustling waterways of Cape Town from a boat is a highlight itself, and this cruise offers a perspective of the city that no other tour can offer.

Includes

  • Commentary in a choice of 16 languages
  • Headsets to hear the tour guide clearly
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

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Meeting point

Cape Town Aquarium 1, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

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Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 236 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.6/5
  • Organization
    4.6/5

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Charmaine – South AfricaFebruary 5, 2023  – Verified booking
The boat trip was lovely and the lady that helped us at the gate was very helpfull no hassles overall it was a fantastic experience
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Riadh – QatarJune 9, 2023  – Verified booking
A nice short little cruise in the V&A waterfront, earphones were provided and the choice of languages was good and clear.
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Temera – South AfricaJanuary 2, 2024  – Verified booking
Everything about the trip was wonderful, although a little brief.
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Product ID: 261837

Activity provider:City Sightseeing South Africa

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