Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 02 October
Written by October 2 2023
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 02 October 2023:
Today was a sunny and calm day in our bay with once again plenty of southern right whales around. We had several tours launching from Kleinbaai Harbour and were lucky to see the marine life at its best. After seeing some beautiful southern right whales, who were a little bit extra active today, we encountered some Bronze whaler sharks on most of our trips and didn’t miss a stop at the world-famous Shark Alley. Geyser Rock is now slowly filling up with the big bulls, who are only seen during the mating season. Plenty of Cape fur seals were having a swim in the water curiously checking out our vessel slowly driving past them. Last but not least we spotted the endangered African Penguin on Dyer Island.
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What species did we see today?
Southern Right Whale Southern Right Whale
Southern right whales attract thousands of visitors every year to experience these gentle giants off the South African coast.
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.
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.
Cape Cormorant Cape Cormorant
One of the most famous species of Cormorant in the Western Cape, the Cape Cormorant is well known for it's beautiful turquoise eye and impressive size.
Bank Cormorant Bank Cormorant
Often enjoying a broad diet including klipfish, rock lobster and more, the increasing rarety of the Bank Cormorant makes every moment we see them even more special.
