Cape Town Ocean Adventures.
Seal Snorkelling in Gansbaai – Swim with Cape Fur Seals
Experience the thrill of swimming with Cape fur seals in Gansbaai, exploring the spectacular waters surrounding Dyer Island and Geyser Rock.
This small-group marine adventure is operated by Marine Dynamics, with experienced guides who prioritise guest safety, wildlife conservation and responsible encounters.
After a safety briefing at the Great White House in Kleinbaai, enjoy a scenic boat journey towards the seal colony, followed by approximately 20–30 minutes in the water observing these curious marine mammals swimming and diving naturally around you.
The experience takes approximately 1.5 hours, with wetsuits, masks, flippers and safety equipment provided. Participants must be at least 12 years old and competent swimmers. Departures are weather dependent.
Pricing per person
R1,900 – Self-drive: Seal snorkelling and compulsory conservation fee.
R2,900 – Cape Town transfers: Seal snorkelling, return transfers and compulsory conservation fee.
Private seal-snorkelling experiences and personalised marine adventure combinations are available on enquiry.
Clear Kayaking in Cape Town –
Atlantic Ocean Adventures
Discover Cape Town’s spectacular marine environment on a guided clear-kayaking adventure with Atlantic Adventures. Paddle across the beautiful Atlantic Ocean in a transparent kayak, enjoying breathtaking coastal scenery and a unique window into the underwater world.
Departing from the Granger Bay area, this unforgettable ocean experience offers opportunities to observe Cape fur seals, dolphins, penguins, colourful marine life and magnificent kelp forests. The transparent kayaks allow you to appreciate the ocean beneath you while enjoying panoramic views of Cape Town’s coastline.
Choose an early-morning sunrise paddle or a daytime kayaking experience. Each adventure includes experienced guides, a safety briefing, kayaking equipment and approved life jackets. No previous kayaking experience is required, making this an exciting activity for couples, families and first-time paddlers.
Experience Details
Location: Cape Town Atlantic Seaboard
Operator: Atlantic Adventures
Experience: Guided clear-kayak ocean tour
Price: From R600 per person (current operator promotional rate)
Minimum age: 8 years
Equipment: Kayaks, paddles and life jackets included
Availability: Weather dependent
Private kayaking experiences, group bookings and personalised Cape Town marine adventure combinations are available on enquiry.
Marine wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. All departures are subject to suitable ocean and weather conditions.
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Enhance Your Cape Town Adventure
Four Marine Experiences to Discover in Cape Town
Great African Seaforest Experience
Discover the underwater world made famous by the Academy Award-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher. Snorkel through the kelp forests of the Great African Seaforest along the Cape Town coastline, one of the world’s most remarkable marine ecosystems.
Explore this extraordinary underwater habitat in search of Gully sharks, Pyjama sharks, Shy sharks, Cape fur seals, octopuses, reef fish, crabs, sea urchins and other marine life. Every snorkelling experience is different, with sightings depending on ocean conditions and the wild marine life encountered on the day.
The experience takes place near Simon’s Town, approximately 45 minutes from central Cape Town. Your guide selects the most suitable snorkelling location according to weather and sea conditions, allowing you to explore some of False Bay’s beautiful kelp forest habitat.
No previous snorkelling or scuba diving experience is required, but guests should be confident swimmers and comfortable in the ocean. Full snorkelling equipment is provided and groups are kept small for a more personal guided experience.
Great African Seaforest Itinerary
Pick-up is available from Cape Town accommodation, with the exact time confirmed the day before according to weather and sea conditions.
The complete experience typically takes approximately 2 to 3 hours. Once at the selected snorkelling location, your guide will provide the necessary equipment and briefing before leading you into the Great African Seaforest.
The underwater snorkelling experience typically lasts around 40 to 60 minutes, giving you time to explore the kelp forest and search for the sharks, octopuses, seals and other marine species that inhabit this extraordinary ecosystem.
Activities are flexible and weather permitting. The snorkelling location and timing may change according to ocean and weather conditions.
From R3,370 per person.
Shark Cage Diving & Cape Winelands
Experience two sides of Cape Town in one unforgettable day, combining shark cage diving in False Bay with a private afternoon tour of the historic Constantia Wine Valley.
Begin in Simon’s Town with a shark cage diving experience in the waters of False Bay, where you’ll have the opportunity to encounter wild sharks from the safety of a surface cage or enjoy the action from the boat.
After your marine adventure, travel with your private guide to Constantia, South Africa’s oldest wine-producing region. Enjoy lunch among the vineyards before exploring historic Groot Constantia, with a possible visit to Constantia Glen if time permits.
This full-day Cape Town experience typically lasts approximately 8 to 10 hours, with Cape Town accommodation pick-up and return included.
Shark Cage Diving & Cape Winelands Itinerary
Morning: Shark Cage Diving in False Bay
We’ll collect you from your Cape Town accommodation, with the exact pick-up time confirmed the day before according to weather and sea conditions.
Your shark cage diving experience in False Bay lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours. Enter the cage for the opportunity to encounter wild sharks at close range or remain on board and enjoy shark viewing from the boat.
Midday: Constantia Wine Valley
After your shark trip, your private guide will transfer you to the beautiful Constantia Wine Valley. Enjoy lunch at one of the wine estate restaurants at your own expense, surrounded by vineyards and mountain scenery.
Afternoon: Groot Constantia Wine Estate
Visit Groot Constantia, South Africa’s oldest wine estate, established in 1685. Your experience includes access to the Manor House Museum and historic Cloete Cellar, a guided cellar tour and wine tasting, and a souvenir branded wine glass.
Optional: Constantia Glen
If time permits, your journey may also include a visit to Constantia Glen, a boutique wine estate known for its wines and panoramic views across the Constantia Valley.
The itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted according to weather, sea conditions and the timing of the shark trip.
From R7,255 per person, including Cape Town accommodation pick-up and return.
Cape Town’s Four Natural Wonders
Experience four of Cape Town’s top natural attractions in one unforgettable day, combining shark cage diving in False Bay with a private Cape Peninsula tour to Boulders Beach, the Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point and Chapman’s Peak Drive.
Begin in Simon’s Town with a shark cage diving experience in the waters of False Bay before continuing along the Cape Peninsula to meet the African penguins at Boulders Beach.
Travel through the Cape Point Nature Reserve to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, surrounded by dramatic cliffs, indigenous fynbos, wildlife and spectacular coastal scenery. Complete your journey with the famous Chapman’s Peak Drive before returning to Cape Town.
This full-day experience typically lasts approximately 8 to 10 hours, with Cape Town accommodation pick-up and return included.
Cape Town’s Four Natural Wonders Itinerary
Morning: Shark Cage Diving in False Bay
We’ll collect you from your Cape Town accommodation, with the exact pick-up time confirmed the day before according to weather and sea conditions. Travel approximately 45 minutes to Simon’s Town, where your shark cage diving experience begins.
The shark trip typically lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours, including your safety briefing and time at sea. Enter the cage for the opportunity to encounter wild sharks at close range or remain on board and enjoy shark viewing from the boat.
Late Morning: Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
After your shark experience, continue to Boulders Beach near Simon’s Town, home to a protected colony of African penguins.
Follow the boardwalks through the coastal vegetation for the opportunity to observe these remarkable birds in their natural environment among the granite boulders and sheltered beaches.
Midday: Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point
Continue south through the Cape Peninsula into the Cape Point Nature Reserve, renowned for its rugged coastline, indigenous fynbos and diverse wildlife.
Visit the Cape of Good Hope before exploring Cape Point, where dramatic cliffs and sweeping ocean views create one of the Cape Peninsula’s most spectacular landscapes.
There is time for lunch during the Cape Point portion of the day at your own expense.
Afternoon: Chapman’s Peak Drive
Return towards Cape Town via Chapman’s Peak Drive, the spectacular coastal road linking Noordhoek and Hout Bay.
Carved into the mountainside above the Atlantic Ocean, the approximately 9 km route offers dramatic coastal scenery and numerous viewpoints for photographs. The drive is subject to road, weather and itinerary conditions.
Return to Cape Town
Relax on the journey back to your Cape Town accommodation after a full day combining sharks, African penguins and some of the Cape Peninsula’s most celebrated natural landscapes.
The order and timing of activities are flexible and may be adjusted according to weather, sea conditions and the shark trip schedule.
From R8,135 per person.
Shark Cage Diving & Whale Watching
Experience two of Cape Town’s most extraordinary marine wildlife encounters in one unforgettable day, combining shark cage diving in False Bay with a seasonal whale-watching and eco-marine cruise.
Begin your morning in Simon’s Town with a shark cage diving adventure in the waters of False Bay. Enter the cage for the opportunity to see wild sharks at close range, or remain on board and enjoy the action from the viewing deck.
After your shark experience, enjoy lunch overlooking Simon’s Town Harbour at your own expense before returning to the ocean for an afternoon whale-watching cruise.
Between June and November, Southern Right and Humpback whales migrate through the waters around the Cape, creating exceptional opportunities to observe these magnificent animals in their natural environment. Other marine wildlife may also be encountered during the cruise.
This full-day marine experience typically lasts approximately 8 to 10 hours, with Cape Town accommodation pick-up and return included.
Shark Cage Diving & Whale Watching Itinerary
Morning: Shark Cage Diving in False Bay
We’ll collect you from your Cape Town accommodation, with the exact pick-up time confirmed the day before according to weather and sea conditions.
Travel to Simon’s Town for your shark cage diving experience in False Bay, which typically lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours. Enter the cage for the opportunity to encounter wild sharks at close range or enjoy shark viewing from the boat.
Midday: Simon’s Town Harbour
After returning from the shark trip, enjoy time for lunch overlooking Simon’s Town Harbour at your own expense before the afternoon whale-watching experience.
Afternoon: Whale Watching & Eco-Marine Cruise
Head back onto the ocean for an approximately 2½-hour whale-watching and eco-marine cruise.
During the June to December whale season, the waters around the Cape provide the opportunity to encounter migrating Southern Right and Humpback whales in their natural environment. Depending on the day, other marine wildlife may also be encountered along the way.
Return to Cape Town
After your whale-watching cruise, relax on the return journey to your Cape Town accommodation, completing a remarkable day of shark and whale encounters along the Cape coast.
As with all wild marine experiences, sightings cannot be guaranteed. The itinerary and timing are flexible and may be adjusted according to weather and sea conditions.
From R6,935 per person, including Cape Town accommodation pick-up and return.
Includes:
- Cape Town accommodation pick-up and return for selected experiences
- Professional guides and experienced marine crew
- Safety briefings and all required activity equipment
- Shark cage diving equipment and wetsuits where applicable
- Guided marine and coastal wildlife experiences
- Activities and inclusions as specified for your selected experience
Excludes:
- Meals and beverages unless otherwise stated
- Gratuities
- Optional upgrades, entrance fees, or personal expenses unless specified
- Travel insurance
Terms & Conditions:
- Experiences are subject to weather, sea, and operational conditions.
- Itineraries may be adjusted or cancelled in the interest of guest safety.
- Pick-up times will be confirmed the day before your experience.
- Passenger numbers are strictly limited in accordance with safety regulations.
- Please refer to our full Terms & Conditions and Cancellation Policy before booking.
- Optional upgrades, entrance fees, and personal expenses are excluded unless otherwise stated.
- Payment Terms: The traveller is responsible for any applicable bank charges and payment processing fees. These charges will be displayed at checkout where applicable.
Please note: Entrance and conservation fees for optional visits are for the client’s own account unless otherwise stated.
