Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 13 February
Written by February 13 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 13 February 2025:
Another day out at sea! Today we launched our whale-watching vessel Dream Catcher from Gansbaai Harbour due to spring tide. We made our way around the Danger Point peninsula being accompanied by several pelagic birds, such as Cory’s Shearwater, White-Chinned Petrels and Cape Gannets. Just ahead of Danger Point lighthouse we spotted two Bryde’s whales. Both feeding, the first individual was rather elusive whereas the second one offered better looks and we could call it a success! The next stop of our itinerary was the island system. Cape fur seals where greeting us with their loud vocals on Geyser Rock. The critically endangered African Penguins on Dyer Island were claiming their favourite hangout spot in between numerous Cape Cormorants. Last but not least, our trip led us towards the Shallows, where Marine Dynamics Shark cage diving vessel Slashfin was anchored.
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What species did we see today?
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.
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.
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.
