Visit a shark cage diving vessel to spot the ocean’s apex predator in action
Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town
- Visit a shark cage diving vessel to spot the ocean’s apex predator in action
- Explore an African penguin and seabird sanctuary after your cruise
- Low-stress tour includes pickup and drop-off at your Cape Town hotel
Look for South Africa’s “marine big five”—whales, great white sharks, African penguins, Cape fur seals, and dolphins—on a cruise around Dyer Island, complete with onboard biologist. The southern right whale season runs between June and December, but humpback and Bryde’s whales can sometimes be seen at other times. Your day includes hotel transfers, a warming snack on arrival and return, lifejackets, and wet weather gear.
- Bottled water
- Coffee/tea and muffins on arrival
- Warm soup and bread after the trip
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Inflatable life-jackets and wet weather gear
- Professional guide
- Free visit to our African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS)
- Entry/Admission - Dyer Island Cruises
- Trip footage available for purchase after the trip
- Duration: 10h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible, we can accommodate 3 wheelchairs per trip. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
Excellent crew - one crew member to look after 3-4 guests.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
What is the Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town cancellation policy?
Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
How much time do I need for Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town?
On average, this experience will take approximately 10h.
How much is Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town?
Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town price starts from $141.49.
Which company provides Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town?
Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town is hosted by Dyer Island Cruises. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.
"Discover & Protect"Dyer Island Cruises is a world-recognized 5-star boat based whale watching company operating in Kleinbaai, WC, South Africa. Our exclusive tours of a maximum 24 passengers offers everyone the same experience of personalized service, exceptional views, and only the best.Our team of guides/skippers/marine biologists is unique to whale watching in South Africa. Our vessel, Whale Whisperer, is custom built for boat based whale watching and superior in safety and comfort. We pride ourselves in our passion for conservation as well as customer service. And we also live by our boat's motto: "Life - an adventure to be lived, not a problem to be solved!"
- Duration: 10 hours



