Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 09 November
Written by November 9 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa – Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 09 November 2025:
Another wonderful day spent out at sea with Marine Dynamics! Our vessel set out on a few trips today, each one with wonderful sightings, and just a few minutes after leaving the harbour, our guests were treated to an incredible sighting of the endangered Indian Ocean humpback dolphins cruising gracefully along the coastline. As we continued our journey, our trips stopped by the local shark-cage-diving vessels before heading toward the calm Pearly Beach waters, where pairs of Southern Right whales were seen relaxing and enjoying the area before their time comes for them to head back to their feeding grounds. Each trip also made a visit to Dyer Island and Geyser Rock, offering unforgettable moments with the diverse marine life that calls this special ecosystem home.
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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.
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.
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.
