Marine Big Daily Blog 23 July
Written by July 23 2024
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 23 July 2024:
As we started our day early today we made the most out of it excited about what the early bird will catch today. On our first trip, we launched as usual out of Kleinbaai Harbour whereas our return plus the launch of our second trip led us to Gansbaai Harbour due to the tide. As usual, we headed into deeper waters past Danger Point. Numerous Albatrosses came our way giving us some company while looking out for some whales and both trips were lucky to find them. The first trip had a southern right whale close to some kelp and a brief look at a rather shy humpback whale. On the second tour, we found numerous Bryde’s whales and a sunfish off Danger Point.
Shark Alley was already busy as the Cape fur seals were either seeking some sun and roaming around Geyser Rock or having fun in the cool waters. Stopping by Dyer Island we were able to see some of the endangered African Penguins sitting close to the water. Before heading back to Kleinbaai on the second tour of the day, some dolphins came across us close to the shark cage diving boats, what a great ending to the day and tour.
Trip 1
Trip 2
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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.
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.
Humpback Whale Humpback Whale
One of the best-known whale species, they are renowned for their acrobatic behaviour and complex melodious song as well as extremely long flippers and are a special favourite of Dyer Island Cruises guests and crew alike.
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.
Sunfish
