Today’s Whale Tail, 02 August 2019
We got to see 2 different species of whale today, both of which were mating pods...
Written by Jax Bath, August 3 2019
Daily Snaps.
Low tide at Geyser Rock.
We had lots of seals enjoying a nap on the Prince Port.
Look how snuggly!
A baby blue behind the island.
Slowly travelling along.
Look at the blow!
We got lucky to have a tail coming up right next to the boat.
This was a competitive pod, so we also had some rolling around.
Can you see the silhouette of the Great White shark? Sharks often come to the bottom of our vessel to have a look around!
This was a juvenile Great White shark, and through the clear water we were given amazing views.
On the second tour, we had a really active Great White shark about.
Two Southern Right whales travelling along, we believed them to be two single adults.
Southern Right whales have a very distinct V-shaped blow.
These whales were super relaxed, travelling along next to us.
Here, you can make out the v-shape.
When we caught up with the whales, we were heading into deeper water.
A bit of tail on the other whales head.
Capturing memories, but looking with the eyes first.
A seal having a shake.
Look at that surf.
African penguins relaxing on Dyer Island
What species did we see today?
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.
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.
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.
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.
