Jump on a boat and visit Robberg Marine Protected Area to visit a colony of over 6,000 Cape fur seals. Observe these playful animals in their natural habitat and take home free pictures from your excursion.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Afrikaans
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Take an exciting boat ride along the coast of South Africa
Watch as these playful animals interact in their natural habitat
Ask any questions of your knowledgable guides on board

Full description

Head out to Robberg Marine Protected Area to view a colony of 6,000 Cape fur seals. Meet at the office on Hopwood street to fill out the necessary paperwork before making your way to the boat. Board the Robberg Express at Central Beach and head out through the surf to the seal colony. On the way, take in beautiful views of the coast’s sandy beaches and rocky platforms. Experienced guides on board will be able to answer all your questions and take great pictures of your experience. Observe these wild animals lazing in the sun, swimming, and playing with each other — they may even come up to the boat to say hello.

Includes

Boat ride
Photographs from excursion

Food and drinks
Gratuities

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

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Important information

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

There are locker facilities at the office for any important items you don't want to take out to sea.

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Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 10 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Transportation
4.7/5
Value for money
4.7/5

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Also look for the activity where you can swim with the seals. If your fit enough to climb in and out of an inflatable, this option would be better. We are both in our 60's and loved this trip. The launch and docking are exceptionally good fun - I'll say no more apart you need to experience it! The time looking at the seals passed very quickly - there's so much to see, and watching the seals play was delightful. Great fun!

February 10, 2020

We only booked the "viewing". But you can still consider on site whether you want to swim with the fur seals. The appropriate upgrade is not a problem. Showers and moving cabins are available on site. "Observer" and "snorkeler" sit together in the boat. Very nice and well organized excursion.

December 14, 2019

July 18, 2021

Plettenberg Bay: Seal Colony Viewing Excursion

Plettenberg Bay: Seal Colony Viewing Excursion

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