Seal snorkeling is one of the top outdoor adventure activities in Cape Town

Let us take you on a once in a lifetime adventure to snorkel and swim with the Cape Fur seals. Seal Snorkeling trip now R950pp.

What is Seal Snorkeling?

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BOOK A SEAL SNORKELING TRIP

ALL YEAR (depending on the weather)

01 | SNORKEL WITH SEALS

Now R950pp

INCLUDES

  • All Gear

  • Hot Drinks and Snacks on the boat


02 | COME FOR THE RIDE R600pp

Not keen to get in the water but would like to come and watch your friends and family snorkel? You're more than welcome to join us on the boat. 

DAILY TRIPS MONDAY - SUNDAY*

Weather dependent. Trip duration 2 hours 30 min.

ITINERARY

  • Meetup Location: On Google maps or Uber, search the following: “Kayak Adventures” (We are located next to Groundup Café in Hout Bay Harbour)

  • Introductions

  • Gear Check and Wetsuit Fitting

  • Short training session

  • Let's go snorkeling!

  • Hot Drink and Snacks on the boat

* SAFETY FIRST. The trip is weather dependent. Weather assessed on day as activity cannot be performed in dangerous or bad weather. 
See cancelation policy below. 
 

NEED TO KNOW

  • Weight limit of 130kg

  • Age restriction: 18 unless accompanied by an adult (min age 10)

  • Not more than 10 passengers on the boat

  • Don't worry. There's never been a shark spotted.

  • Water temp varies from 10°C to 15°C

  • The trip is weather dependent. Weather assessed on day as activity cannot be performed in dangerous or bad weather.

  • Lifejackets provided

  • Dress Code: Casual - Beach

  • Bring your swimwear and a towel

  • If you are prone to motion sickness - we recommend you take motion sickness tablets before the trip

  • Must sign waiver

    Terms and Conditions apply


Cape Fur Seal Behaviour

Seal Snorkeling is a natural wildlife activity, and the Cape Fur Seal is a friendly and curious animal by nature.

We do not feed them or chum and observe according to what they allow us to in their environment.

During mating season (November/December) they can show some aggressive behaviour when irritated or feeling territorial over their space and in this case we will either move location or at the absolute worst cancel. This is a very rare occurrence though as over this past year, we have had to only move or cancel less than 1% of our trips.

Cancellation Policy 

Cancellation by client within 48 hours 50% fee charged.
Cancellation by client within 24 hours or no-show full fee charged.
Cancellation by client prior 48 hours 10% admin fee charged.

Refund Policy

If we cancel because of unsafe weather, we try to do that 24 hours before arrival. Full refund will be given, it will take -/+ 7 working days to complete. Seal Snorkeling Cape Town covers all bank charges.

Hout Bay Seal Snorkeling
Seal Snorkeling Cape Town
Seal snorkeling Cape Town

HOUT BAY

Hout Bay (Afrikaans: Houtbaai, meaning "Wood Bay") is a lively coastal town 20km from Cape Town central known for its scenic views, the best fish and chips and the neighbourhood's most loved market.

From here we will take you to Duiker Island, home to 10 000 fur seals, where we will observe and swim with these friendly creatures in their natural habitat.

THE CAPE FUR SEAL

The Cape Fur Seal (also known as the brown fur seal / African fur seal) is the largest and strongest fur seal weighing between 100 - 300kg. 

SNORKELING

Snorkeling is a great way to observe our beautiful underwater life without all the extensive training and complicated equipment required for scuba diving.

We will provide the wetsuit, mask, snorkel and fins as well as a short training session to make sure you are comfortable with the mask and snorkel.


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CONTACT US
Call Us  
082 497 8797

Email Us  info@capetownbucketlist.co.za
Meetup Location: On Google maps or Uber, search the following: “Cape Town Bucket List/Seal Snorkeling” (We are located next to Groundup Café in Hout Bay Harbour)
Physical Address  Harbour Rd, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806. We are located in Hout Bay Harbour, next to Groundup Café.