Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 11 January
Written by January 11 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 11 January 2025:
It has been a great morning on a trip to the sea. Out in deeper waters beyond Danger Point, we spotted two Bryde’s whales and they were great to watch cruising relaxed alongside the vessel. After the whale encounter, we stopped at Dyer Island to see more penguins. After we briefly looked at some at sea, we visited Shark Alley to get a better look at the Cape fur seals. Many of the Cape fur seal pups were gathered at the waters edge to cool down on such a hot summers day. Back along the coastline and next to the shark cage diving boats we saw multiple bronze Whaler sharks alongside us and the cage. We had a great time at sea and hope the great sightings continue tomorrow!
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What species did we see today?
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.
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.
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.
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 Gannet Cape Gannet
Well documented for their aireal displays, experiences with with the famous Cape Gannet are always breath taking, and hold a special place in every photographers portfolio.
