5/5! Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 4 May
Written by May 4 2023
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 04 May 2023:
Out in the deeper waters of the bay today we sighted numerous Bryde’s whales which gave us a few looks before taking some deeper dives! We even spotted an Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) out in these waters. There was also some fantastic seabird activity including; Cape Gannets, Sooty Shearwater, Cory’s Shearwater, and White Chinned Petrels! The 60,000-strong Cape Fur seal colony on Geyser Rock was as inquisitive as ever and put on a show for everyone on board. By Dyer Island, we spotted the endangered African Penguins on land. At the shark cage diving boats, we got some great glimpses of Bronze Whaler sharks and even a Short-Tail stingray. As we cruised back to the harbour in some shallower coastal waters we were pleasantly surprised by an Indian Ocean Humpback dolphin which was incredibly calm around the boat!
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What species did we see today?
Bronze Whaler Shark Bronze Whaler Shark
The Bronze whaler (also known as Copper sharks) here in Kleinbaai are very curious and interactive. These sharks eat mostly fish, with sardines being one of their favourites.
Brydes Whale Brydes Whale
The mysterious Bryde's whales visit the Dyer Island area throughout the year, with most sightings occurring during summer into winter.
African Penguin African Penguin
As one of only 17 penguin species left in the world (and the only one on the african continent), the african penguin often breed in offshore colonies, such as Dyer Island.
Cape fur seal Cape fur seal
With a local population of 60,000, it's no wonder our guests capture so many photographs of these wonderfully playful marine mammals.
Cape Gannet Cape Gannet
Well documented for their aireal displays, experiences with with the famous Cape Gannet are always breath taking, and hold a special place in every photographers portfolio.
