9 August 2016 | Whale Watching Gansbaai

We had sunshine again the whole day and only later on the wind picked up...

Written by Sandra Hoerbst, August 10 2016

9 August 2016 | Whale Watching Gansbaai

Guide Summary and Photographs

We had sunshine again the whole day and only later on the wind picked up. The crew of Whale Whisperer had an early start in their office, the sea was flat like a mirror and absolutely beautiful. On the first trip we were heading along the coast towards Pearly Beach where we found three Southern Right whales. On the second trip we spotted a subadult whale close to Sandy Point just before heading towards Geyser Rock to see some Cape Fur seals. On the third and fourth trip we couldn’t find any Southern Right whales in the bay so we decided to head out into deeper water to have a look for Humpback whales. And, yes we found some! First we spotted two, they were relaxed traveling alongside the vessel. One of the Humpback whales surprised us with lobtailing, amazing to see that power. On three of the four trips we also managed to see a Great White shark close to the shark cage diving vessels in the bay.

20160809_WW_Trip1_KMatiwane_IMG_59

20160809_WW_Trip2_SHoerbst_IMG_05

20160809_WW_Trip1_KMatiwane_IMG_13

20160809_WW_Trip2_SHoerbst_IMG_69

20160809_WW_Trip2_SHoerbst_IMG_39

20160809_WW_Trip3_SHoerbst_IMG_05

20160809_WW_Trip2_SHoerbst_IMG_56

20160809_WW_Trip1_KMatiwane_IMG_34

20160809_WW_Trip3_SHoerbst_IMG_43

20160809_WW_Trip2_SHoerbst_IMG_21

20160809_WW_Trip4_ESmit_IMG_23

20160809_WW_Trip1_KMatiwane_IMG_74

20160809_WW_Trip2_SHoerbst_IMG_80

20160809_WW_Trip3_SHoerbst_IMG_12

20160809_WW_Trip2_SHoerbst_IMG_72

20160809_WW_Trip4_ESmit_IMG_31

20160809_WW_Trip3_SHoerbst_IMG_16

 

For more Whale facts and updates, also “Like” our Dyer Island Cruises facebook fan page. If you would like to review your trip online to help others choose the right whale watching company, please visit our TripAdvisor page and leave your feedback.

 

What do you think about this? Let us know:

Whale Watching in South Africa - Book Today!

We share news and blog articles from across our various wildlife tours and Marine Big 5 adventures. If you want to experience South Africa's incredible marine wildlife for yourself, don't hesitate to get in touch!

Book directly with us online to receive a FREE video of your trip!

Book now or Call: +27(0)82 801 8014