Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 07 November
Written by November 7 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa – Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 07 November 2025:
Another successful day here at Marine Dynamics has come to an end. Some of our trips have been lucky to have spotted all members of the Big 5! African Penguins have been seen on the beach of Dyer Island or as a raft in the open. Relaxed Cape fur seals, but also feisty bulls, had a blast on Geyser Rock, some also cooling down in the chilly waters of Shark Alley. Bronze whaler sharks were quite active around our Shark cage diving vessel, Apex Predator, offering an incredible look at this amazing species. Southern Right whales were mainly seen in Pearly Beach closer to shore peacefully swimming alongside the vessel. Some trips encountered the endangered Indian Ocean humpback dolphins which wrapped up the Marine Big 5!
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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.
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.
Indian Ocean Humpback Dolphin Indian Ocean Humpback Dolphin
Humpback dolphins are an endangered species, with small populations living very close to shore, typically in water less than 25m deep and an average home range of 120km. Their proximity to land makes these animals particularly vulnerable to human influence.
