Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 07 January
Written by January 7 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 07 January 2025:
Ready to head out to sea we decided to head straight into deeper waters after leaving Kleinbaai Harbour behind us. Reaching Danger Point we made a short stop before continuing further into the open. Eventually, we were lucky to have spotted an elusive Bryde’s whale. After getting a few looks and spending some time with this incredible species we made our way towards the island system. Cape fur seals were as always playing in the cool waters and vocalizing with thousands of others. The endangered African Penguins were overlooking their little bay watching us visit them. Heading further into the bay while passing the reef system we reached the Shallows. Slowly but surely we approached Marine Dynamics Shark Cage diving vessel Slashfin, where Bronze whaler sharks were already surrounding the cage investigating the divers. Shortly after we made our way back towards Kleinbaai Harbour moving along the scenic shore.
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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.
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.
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.
