Ocean Safari

Experience an unforgettable 60-minute eco-adventure aboard a RIB vessels, led by expert skippers.

The Ocean Safari gives you the chance to get up close to Cape Town’s diverse marine wildlife, which often includes Cape fur seals, dolphins, whales, and penguins. We cruise the beautiful Atlantic coastline at a relaxed, leisurely pace.

This trip is perfect for group outings and older children's parties. Come discover the thrill of a marine safari with us today!

Please be advised that time slot selected is NOT guaranteed - this is to indicate your preferred slot that you would like to book for. Once your booking has been received, we will confirm if the slot selected is available OR let you know immediately if preferred slot selected is not available, and advise alternative time(s) &/or date(s) available.

Meeting time is strictly 30 min prior to your booked time.
Eg. If you are booked for 13:30, you have to be there by 13:00.

Essential info

Length

Approx. 1 hour

Start & End point

V&A Waterfront

Rate

R 580 per person

Departs

Daily @ 13:30 (weather permitting)
Private trips at 11:30 & 15:30 (enquire for rates)

Description
The Ocean Safaris are exhilarating eco-adventures aboard stunning RIB vessels. This is an amazing way to get up close and personal with the wildlife living in the Atlantic waters as we cruise the coastline. The experienced and knowledgeable skippers will guide your journey.

The adventure boats offer the perfect platform for you to appreciate the beauty of the ocean and witness the plethora of creatures that inhabit the Cape Town Atlantic coastline. On these fun Ocean Safari cruises, you stand a chance of seeing a wide variety of wildlife: from Cape fur seals and dolphins to whales, penguins, sunfish, and a selection of seabirds, and potentially even orcas!

While we cannot guarantee sightings, we will thoroughly navigate Table Bay at a relaxed pace. The goal is to give you the best possible opportunity to spot your favourite sea creatures and perhaps meet some new ones. Regardless of what we see, you are guaranteed a memorable Atlantic ocean experience.

Safety aboard the Adventure Boats
We are serious about safety and our guests are our top priority. Please read through our safety guidelines before booking:

Only children over the age of 13 are allowed aboard under supervision of adults.
Passengers or children should ideally be over 1.2 metres in height and able to straddle the on-board seats in the front of the boat with both feet on the deck. The bench seat at the back of the boat can accommodate up to 3 passengers for those that would prefer to sit and not use the straddle seats. Kids are allowed under the supervision of adults.

We are obliged to put weight restrictions on the seating as well to ensure the wellbeing of our adult guests.

  • A maximum of 80kg allowed in front seats.
  • A maximum of 100kg allowed in back seats.

Lifejackets /PFD’s available sizes are: 60 to 125cm chest size.

The following conditions may be adversely affected by the trip: Pregnancy, High Blood Pressure; Heart Conditions; Acute and/or Chronic Knee or Back Injuries. Any person with declared medical condition will not be permitted to go on the trip unless a medical certificate approving the trip – signed within the previous 30 days – is obtained and handed into the office.

Dress Comfortably – Ensure you wear comfortable shoes—high heels are not recommended for safety on board.

Alternative Vessel Assurance – In the unlikely event that the primary boat for this cruise is unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to utilize an alternative vessel for this experience. Be assured that every possible effort will be made to ensure that the advertised vessel is available. Some Cruises do not have a dedicated boat for the cruise and rely on a pool of available vessels at Waterfront Charters to cover fluctuations in weather, seasonal passenger numbers and planned maintenance.

Requirements
Minimum Age: 13 years
Minimum Height: 1.2 m
Maximum Height: 0.0 m
Maximum Weight: 80kg allowed in front seats + 100kg allowed in back seats
Fitness Level: Not Applicable
Qualifications: Not Applicable
Certification: None Required
Experience Level: No Experience Requirement

Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions: Eco Guide, life jackets, a short ride out of the harbour, followed by a slow search for marine life.
Exclusions: Transport (hotel pickup & drop off), all items of a personal nature.

General/Standard Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellation 15 days or more prior to tour date = 100% refund
    - less 4% in the case of online or POS card transactions
  • Cancellation 14-4 days prior to tour date = 50% refund
    - less 4% in the case of online or POS card transactions
  • Cancellation 3-0 days prior to tour date, late arrivals & “no show” = No refund / Full fee charged

* Please be sure to read through our full terms & conditions here: www.capextreme.com/terms