Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 21 November
Written by November 21 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa – Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 21 November 2025:
Today started rather early for us due to the wind picking up later in the day. Leaving Kleinbaai Harbour behind us, we started our lookout for marine wildlife. On all trips, we spotted 4 out of the Big 5. Whales, sharks, seals and penguins. The Southern Right whales were spotted in Pearly Beach, and even some Bryde’s whales made an appearance in slightly deeper waters! Bronze whaler sharks were seen around the Shark cage diving vessels within the Shallows. Lucky us, we got to see several individuals in front of the cage. Around the island system, we have witnessed Cape fur seals on Geyser Rock and in Shark Alley. Heading closer to Dyer Island, we got a glimpse of the critically endangered African Penguins on the white rocks closer to the 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?
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.
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.
