Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 06 December
Written by December 6 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa – Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 06 December 2025:
This morning, we switched it up a little here at Marine Dynamics. Due to the spring tide, we were unable to launch our first trip of the day from Kleinbaai Harbour as usual. Instead, we brought everyone to Gansbaai Harbour for a ride around the Danger Point peninsula. On our first trip, we spotted some Common dolphins speeding past the boat! A very special sighting made an appearance: a sunfish! Due to great visibility, we were able to see it in its full glory, too! On both trips of the day, we stopped by Dyer Island and Geyser Rock. The critically endangered African Penguins and Cape fur seals are a must on every trip. The second trip added some great glances at the incredible Bronze whaler sharks of the area!
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What species did we see today?
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.
Sunfish Common Dolphin Common Dolphin
With an 'hourgalss' patch on either side and aerial activity the common dolphin is an agile and majestic species, that may easily reach a speed of 40km/h.
