Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 20 April
Written by April 20 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa – Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 20 April 2025:
The sky was overcast, and we did experience some drizzle, but we still enjoyed the tour and sightings. We launched from Kleinbaai harbour mid-morning and started our journey along the coast past the estuary and further down the shallow waters. On the other side of the bay, in what is often called the Shallows, we stopped to see the Bronze Whaler shark at our cage diving vessel. Further off the coastline, we stopped at Dyer Island to see the penguins and continued to see the Cape fur seals shortly after. Not long after we left the Cape fur seal colony behind, we spotted a spout of a Bryde’s whale. The weather out in the deep was a bit more up and down, but we managed to get a few looks at the whale.
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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.
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 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.
