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6 Best Dolphin Watching In South Africa

South Africa's standouts.

A shortlist of the 6 dolphin watching most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.

6 Best Dolphin Watching In South Africa

Hermanus: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip

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1.Hermanus: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip

Most Popular 4.6

Hermanus whale and dolphin cruise from the Whale Shack catamaran. Specialist guide, light refreshments, and up-close sightings near Walker Bay.

“We had the most amazing time on this whale watching trip! We saw so many whales! The whole team were brilliant, very knowledgeable and approachable. Great value for money! Thank you!”

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Whale, Dolphin & Penguin Island Cruise

Whale, Dolphin & Penguin Island Cruise - The water hunt in Algoa Bay: whales and dolphins when timing matters

2.Whale, Dolphin & Penguin Island Cruise

5.0

Whale, dolphin, and penguin cruise from Port Elizabeth to Algoa Bay and St. Croix Island, with conservation-focused guides.

“Every part of this trip was excellent. Staff friendly, real attention to safety, communication from booking and of course the wildlife The crew ensured we were all looked after and expertly navigated to ensure we could all see the wonderful nature Read more”

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Cape Town: Dolphin & Ocean Wildlife Kayaking Adventure ⚓️

Cape Town: Dolphin & Ocean Wildlife Kayaking Adventure ⚓️ - The 2-hour rhythm: safety talk, launch, and wildlife search

3.Cape Town: Dolphin & Ocean Wildlife Kayaking Adventure ⚓️

5.0

Kayak Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard for 2 hours to look for dolphins, penguins, seals and whales, plus Table Mountain views and garden drinks.

“Highly recommend! This was an awesome activity to start the day in Cape Town. The guides were very friendly, knowledgeable and the kayaks in excellent condition. We saw several dolphins and enjoyed stunning views of the coast. Would definitely go kayaking again with Truth adventure!”

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Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - Getting to Wilson’s Wharf and timing your check-in

4.Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

4.7

Durban 2-hour Indian Ocean whale and dolphin boat tour with a guide, humpback sightings June–Nov, and open-ocean sailing from Wilson’s Wharf.

“It was so beautiful out on the ocean watching out and then also be rewarded by seeing dolphins and whales, which I hope we didn’t disturb but was all a really lovely sight to watch Thank you so much Silke”

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Plettenberg Bay: Dolphin and Marine Boat Tour

Plettenberg Bay: Dolphin and Marine Boat Tour - The route is the point: from Keurbooms Beach to Robberg’s inside waters

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