Snorkelling Excursion with Cape Fur Seals from Kleinbaai, near Gansbaai

Please allow around 2 hours for the whole experience.

• Meeting at the Great White House restaurant, 30 to 45 minutes before the activity begins (free parking and toilets available on site)
• Administrative formalities
• Quick briefing on how the activity will unfold, the behaviour of the seals and the safety instructions
• Setting up your equipment in the changing rooms
• Boarding the boat
• Departure for the excursion lasting approximately 1.5 hours:
  • boat trip to the area around Geyser Rock (around 20 minutes), during which you will be able to spot other marine life whilst listening to the guide’s informative commentary (whales, dolphins, sharks, Cape penguins, etc.)
  • preparation for the activity, with participants launching in small groups
  • 20- to 30-minute snorkelling session with the Cape fur seals, with flotation aids available if required, should you wish to rest in the water
  • return on board the boat and sail back to Kleinbaai (about 20 minutes)
• Disembarkation, return of equipment and end of the activity

All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.

All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

A minimum of 4 participants is required to run this activity.

This activity is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

All participants must sign an insurance waiver on-site.

Snorkelling masks can be worn over glasses, but it is recommended that you wear contact lenses if possible, or bring your own diving mask that is suitable for your eyesight.

Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.

Video is available at an additional fee of R200, to be paid onsite.

If required, the team can arrange a transfer from Cape Town (R1,000 per person) or from Hermanus (R700 per person): please contact the Marine Dynamics team directly once your booking has been confirmed to arrange the transfer.

Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.