Algoa Bay Whale & Dolphin Ocean Safari
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The largest pod of bottlenose dolphins in Africa — right in Algoa Bay

Algoa Bay Whale & Dolphin Ocean Safari

3 hoursMax 20 guestsEnglishFree cancellation up to 24 hours before (weather dependent)Bestseller
4.9(556 reviews)
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Small Group Tour

Max 20 guests

Private Tour

Own guide & vehicle

Luxury Custom

Tailored to you

Algoa Bay is a marine biodiversity hotspot and home to the largest resident pod of bottlenose dolphins in Africa (over 20,000 individuals). This ocean safari takes you out into the bay to experience incredible marine life — superpods of dolphins, African penguins on St Croix Island (the world's largest African penguin colony), Cape gannets, and during season (Jun-Nov), humpback and Southern Right whales. The bay was recently designated a UNESCO Hope Spot for marine conservation.

Tour Highlights

20,000+ bottlenose dolphins
St Croix Island penguins
Humpback whales (seasonal)
Cape gannets
UNESCO Hope Spot
Expert marine biologist guide
2-hour ocean safari

Interactive Route Map

Click markers to see stop details. Route is approximate and may vary.

Your Day, Stop by Stop

A cinematic journey through Cape Town's most iconic landmarks

1
08:00

Meet at Harbour

15 min

Safety briefing at Port Elizabeth harbour

2
08:15

Depart

15 min

Head out into Algoa Bay

3
08:30

Dolphin Search

45 min

Find the resident bottlenose dolphin superpods

4
09:15

St Croix Island

30 min

View the world's largest African penguin colony from the boat

5
09:45

Whale Search

30 min

Look for humpback and Southern Right whales (seasonal)

6
10:15

Return

15 min

Cruise back to the harbour with hot chocolate

7
10:30

Tour Ends

0 min

Farewell at the harbour

What's Included

Inclusions

  • Boat trip
  • Marine guide
  • Life jackets
  • Warm ponchos
  • Hot chocolate after trip

Exclusions

  • Transport to harbour
  • Gratuities
  • GoPro rental

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Best prices guaranteed — no booking fees or markups
Direct contact with your tour guide
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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Booked 9 times today
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4.9(556)
Duration3 hours
Group SizeMax 20
Start Time08:00
LanguagesEnglish
Difficultyeasy
Only 4 spots left for tomorrow
Port Elizabeth
Summer Season
22–28°C
Warm & windy

Typical conditions · Plan your visit accordingly

Best Time to Go

Jan
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What to Bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Motion sickness medication if needed
  • Binoculars

Insider Tips

  • The dolphins here form superpods of thousands — it's a breathtaking spectacle
  • September is peak whale season in Algoa Bay

Meeting Point

Port Elizabeth Harbour, Ocean Safari office

Ready for an unforgettable Cape Town experience?

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