Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 10 November
Written by November 10 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa – Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 10 November 2025:
A misty morning departure for our first few trips of the day, with calm conditions on the water throughout. As the mist began to lift, our sightings started with Indian Ocean humpback dolphins within shallow coastal waters. At the shark cage diving vessels, the Bronze whaler sharks ticked off our next species, with clear visibility allowing guests to witness their graceful movements below the water. The Southern right whales were found in the bay of Pearly Beach, with multiple mother and calf pairings relaxing at the surface, offering up close sightings of the remaining individuals that are soon to depart for their feeding grounds in the southern ocean. Approaching Shark Alley, Cape fur seals playfully navigated between Geyser Rock and the water channel. The neighbouring Dyer Island offered views of the African penguins, with some trips lucky enough to see the birds out in the open water.
Tripadvisor – https://bit.ly/2YZ0jDR
Google – https://g.page/r/Caej8uYZYnR8EBE/review
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/WhaleWatchSA
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.
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.
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.
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.
