Top South Africa Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

Marine Big 5 Adventure from Cape Town

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• Enjoy a 2-hour boat trip from Gansbaai to see great white sharks, whales, Cape fur seals, penguins and more. Visit the ominously-named Shark Alley to see if there are any great whites feeding on seals. Head to other parts of the ocean to look for whales and African penguins, as well as seabirds on Geyser Rock and Dyer Island. With experts on hand, you won’t miss any of the majestic marine wildlife on display.
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Whale Watching from Gansbaai

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• Enjoy an exciting 2-hour whale watching excursion from Gansbaai. Leave the harbor and head for the cliffs of De Keldar to look for Southern right whales, which mate and give birth in this area every year. Keep an eye out for other sea life, including dolphins, sharks and penguins.
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Robben Island Tour

• Learn about Nelson Mandela’s remarkable legacy on this guided tour of Robben Island, where the famous leader spent long years of his imprisonment. Cover centuries of history in the UNESCO-listed historical property, which include decades as a military base, hospital, and maximum security prison. Tours include door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your Cape Town hotel.
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Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

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• Set out on a boat-based whale watching adventure from Hermanus. Learn about these magnificent creatures from a whale specialist before boarding your twin-hull catamaran, which sets out from the town's New Harbour in search of marine mammals. Depending on the time of year keep an eye out for Humpback, Bryde's, Southern Right whales and even dolphins and seals. Choose to sit inside or out and enjoy onboard refreshments (own expense) as you go.
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Couples Sunset Cruise Including Champagne with Tigger 2 Cruises

• Speed over the waters off Cape Town on this fast cruiser for a couples sunset cruise. Head for Clifton 4th Beach or Table Bay, depending on the day's weather, then anchor to watch the sunset with a glass of Method Cape Classic sparkling wine. On the way back to Cape Town, enjoy the colors of the fading sun and the view of the city lights blinking on for the evening.
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Sunset Zambezi River Cruise with Transport from Victoria Falls

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• Experience the stunning beauty of the African sunset on this 2-hour evening Zambezi River cruise. Enjoy a champagne toast with fellow passengers as you gaze out over the placid waters in search of hippos, crocodiles and elephants. Unlimited drinks and snacks are a part of this relaxing evening that showcases the best of the famous Zimbabwe waterway.
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Sunset Zambezi River Cruise from Livingstone

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• The Zambezi River may be known for its raging rapids and wild rafting rides but this two-hour sunset cruise from Livingstone offers travelers the chance to experience a more peaceful side of this famous river with a relaxing ride and champagne toast. Get an up-close look at local wildlife, like hippos, crocodiles and elephants, while you savor unlimited appetizers and drinks as the African sun sets over the stunning Zambezi.
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Knysna Lagoon 1.5-hour Sightseeing Boat Cruise

• The Knysna Lagoon is one of the most stunning natural wonders along South Africa’s Garden Route—a glittering lagoon framed by the soaring cliffs of Knysna Heads. On this tour, set sail across the lagoon, explore the Knysna estuary, and head out into the ocean to Brenton-on-Sea and Buffalo Bay. Along the way, look out for wildlife, including whales, dolphins, cape fur seals, and sea birds.
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Whale Watching and Hermanus Wine Route: Private Guided Day Tour from Cape Town

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• Spend a day whale watching and wine tasting on this private 10-hour trip to Hermanus from Cape Town. See migrating Southern Right Whales off the coast of Hermanus from June through mid-December. Sample some of the local wines at two estates.
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Full Day Private Whale Watching Penguins and Wine Tasting Tour from Cape Town

• Enjoy the best of stunning Cape Town on this private tour that includes whale watching, penguins viewing and wine tasting. You'll journey to the rugged cliffside town of Hermanus, known as the whale capital of South Africa. You will cross Sir Lowry's Pass where you may spot the national bird: the Blue Crane. After spending some time at Walker Bay, stop to see Cape Penguins in their natural habitat on the way back. Finally, enjoy a light lunch (own expense) and wine tasting before returning to Cape Town.
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Clifton & Camps Bay Boat Cruise

• Experience the stunning views that Cape Town has to offer ! Enjoy a boat cruise from Granger Bay to Clifton Beach and Camps Bay - be awed by the breath-taking views of Table Mountain, the Mother City and the abundant marine life that occupy our coastline, have your camera ready for the friendly dolphin pods, the majestic whales, African penguins, cape fur seals and plenty more sightings !Come join us on a boat trip that is unique and personalised ! Book now and enjoy the first local beer on us.  Sit back, relax and enjoy a unique boating experience with Ocean Image Boat Rentals & Charters.Food and beverages available on prior arrangement.
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Whale Watching Tour from Cape Town

• This seasonal tour, which takes place between July and December, offers travelers the incredible opportunity to see Southern Right Whales calf from the rugged cliffs of Hermanus. Spend a full day sightseeing and experience the beauty and the wonder of these massive mammals up close.
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Close encounter whale and dolphin watching

• Embark on a close-encounter whale and dolphin watching tour with one of Knysa's only permitted close-encounter tour operators. Step aboard a boat with an experienced captain and travel to the waters just off the South African coastline. During your travels, listen to in-depth commentary about the marine animals' biology and behavior. Keep an eye out for large pods of dolphins, Brydes whales, Southern right and humpback whales.
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Dolphin and Seal Catamaran Cruise from Walvis Bay

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• Spend 3.5 hours on this scenic catamaran sightseeing cruise from Walvis Bay, where spotting seals, pelicans, dolphins and other marine life is practically guaranteed. Float alongside friendly dolphins on this epic day cruise and check out Cape fur seals that congregate along the shores of Walvis Bay. Get an up close look at local oyster beds where these gems of the sea are cultivated and harvested. Between July and August, the peak of whale season, travelers may even catch a glimpse of these giants of the sea. Tuck into a light snack as you cruise along the bay, and sample some of the famous oysters farmed right in the waters of Walvis. Top off the trip with a toast of bubbly while savoring a glass of sparkling wine.
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Whale Watching Day Trip from Cape Town

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• Visit pretty Hermanus for a rare chance to go whale-watching from the shore. Southern Right Whales breed in the waters off Hermanus, not far from Cape Town, every year from July through November. The town is uniquely positioned to offer some of the best land-based whale-watching viewing locations in the world, and you can also choose to go out on a boat for more adventure (own expense).
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Whale Watching Private Day Tour to Gansbaai from Cape Town

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• The coastal waters off Hermanus are home to a spectacular range of marine wildlife, but the only way to enjoy truly up-close views is by boat. On this private wildlife cruise, spot humpback whales, dolphins, and more in their natural habitat with your guide. Spin through the seaside villages of Betty's Bay and Kleinmond—with round-trip travel from your Cape Town hotel included—and experience the best of the South African coast.
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Full-Day Whale Watching and Wine Tasting Tour from Cape Town

• Combine a whale-watching boat tour and a visit to a local winery on this full-day tour to Hermanus. After a scenic drive along False Bay to Hermanus, embark on a 2-hour whale watch to learn about the marine mammals' biology and behavior. Back on land, choose to visit a wine estate in the Himmel en Arde valley or Stellenbosch before returning to Cape Town.
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Full Day Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus from Cape Town

• Swap the hustle and bustle of Cape Town for a peaceful day of scenic views and a whale watching boat trip. No need to worry about booking your own transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. You won’t waste a moment, as your guide will point out attractions en route such as Pringle Bay and Fernkloof Nature Reserve. After a delicious lunch, you’ll go on a whale watching boat trip to spot these magnificent creatures in the wild.
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Jet Boat Sunset Cruise in Victoria Falls

• Meander down the Zambezi River at sunset on this 2.5-hour jet boat tour near Victoria Falls. Listen to select commentary from your guide while getting close views of the local wildlife.
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Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town

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• Get the best possible shot at seeing Africa's Marine Big 5—the African penguin, the Cape fur seal, the great white shark, dolphin, and whale—on this guided tour to Dyer Island. An onboard biologist and experienced crew promise an educational experience focused on learning about the biology and behavior of these marine animals. Additionally, get a chance to visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) either before or after the trip.
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Wine-Tasting and Whale-Watching Tour from Cape Town

• Combine two of South Africa's top activities, whale-watching and wine-tasting, in a single 9-hour tour from Cape Town. Travel to Hermanus to see right whales off the coast or upgrade your tour with an optional whale-watching cruise. Taste local wines in the Hemel en Aarde Valley, then visit Sir Lowry's Pass and Elgin. Tastings and round-trip transportation from your accommodations in Cape Town are included.
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PRIVATE ROMANTIC SUNSET & DINNER CRUISE FOR 2 ONLY

• Avoid the boatloads of tourists and enjoy an intimate experience on this private sunset dinner cruise.Toast the sunset with a glass of sparkling wine and some light snacks then sit down to a candlelit three- or four-course meal, set romantically with rose petals and accompanied by soft music.
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Sunset Sailing Cruise from Knysna

• Sail along the Knysna waterfront and out into the Indian Ocean on this relaxing yacht excursion, which includes South African sparkling wine and a tasty Mediterranean food platter. Listen to entertaining histories of the region from your onboard crew, and soak up the golden and pink hues of the sun slipping along the horizon. Tours are specially timed to capture the most stunning moments of the sunset.
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Private Cape Riviera and Whale Watching Tour from Cape Town

• Explore South Africa’s ‘Cape Riviera’ during this 9-hour private group sightseeing trip featuring gorgeous coastal scenery, whale watching, and more. Learn about the fishing history of Hermanus, scout for Southern Right whales in Walker’s Bay, check out the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens in Kleinmond, and visit Hamilton Russell Vineyards, plus much more.
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