Whale watching cruise with a marine biologist

• Educational and insightful journey into the ocean life surrounding South Africa
• Custom-designed boat for more comfort on the water
• Eco-friendly company, committed to marine research and conservation
• Visited by the National Geographic Committee for Research and Exploration
• Favoured by film crews such as Discovery, National Geographic and BBC

On this two-hour cruise, you have the chance to spot the southern right whales that mate in South African waters from June to December. You could also see Bryde’s whales, humpback whales, common dolphins and humpback dolphins.

The tour takes you past the 60 000-strong Cape fur seal colony, down the famous Shark Alley, where great-white sharks are likely to be seen, and to Dyer Island where the endangered African penguin can be spotted. The trip is led by a marine biologist who provides insight into the marine life and animals that live in South Africa’s waters and on its shores.

Dyer Island Cruises has lived by the slogan, “Discover and Protect” since 2000. It is the company’s aim to provide the greatest conservation- and respect-orientated ethos on the market. Certified by Fair Trade Tourism, the company is committed to marine research and conservation: it established Dyer Island Conservation Trust and the African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) in Gansbaai and it actively publishes scientific studies and runs a volunteer programme.

 Included:

• Tea and coffee before the trip
• Soup and bread after the trip
• Waterproof and windproof jacket if required 

Refreshments on board:

• Duration: 2.5 hours, depending on sightings and weather conditions
• Starting time: confirmed the day before the trip; weather dependent
• Meeting Location: the Great White House, Gansbaai

Special terms:

• If a tour cannot go ahead due to bad weather, you will be informed as soon as possible and an alternative date will be offered or a full refund will be given.
• You are not entitled to a refund if weather conditions suddenly change while out at sea causing a trip to be curtailed.

Cancellation policy:

• Cancellations must be done at least 24 hours before departure to avoid incurring fees.
• 24 hours to 18 hours before tour: 50% of fee payable.
• 18 hours or less before tour, or no-show: No refund due and the individual/company that made the booking will be responsible for the payment.