Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 11 November
Written by November 11 2025
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa – Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 11 November 2025:
We had a beautiful morning with just a light breeze picking up throughout the day. Our trips were heading along the coastline past the Uilenkraalsmond Estuary. With sightings of the endangered Indian Ocean humpback dolphins, we were mainly lucky to have started the trips throughout the day. At the shark cage diving vessel, we didn’t wait long to see some Bronze Whaler sharks. Cutting through the surface with their copper colored dorsal fins! Due to great water visibility, we were able to see several individuals cruising past our boats. The critically endangered African Penguins on Dyer Island were soaking in the sun after a quick swim. Cape fur seals were cooling down in the chilly waters of Shark Alley, napping away or getting into heated arguments on Geyser Rock. Several pairs of Southern Right whales were still present in Pearly Beach, where we mainly encountered them over the past few days and weeks.
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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.
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.
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.
