Swimming with Seals Cape Town | Seal Snorkeling Hout Bay Tour | Best Cape Town Tours
Experience one of Cape Town’s most exciting ocean adventures by swimming with playful Cape fur seals in their natural habitat. This guided snorkeling tour takes you from Hout Bay to Duiker Island, home to thousands of curious and energetic seals that often swim right up to visitors. With expert guides, safety briefings, and all equipment provided.
Join our Swimming with Seals tour in Cape Town and snorkel with Cape Fur Seals near Duiker Island in Hout Bay. This exciting marine activity includes boat transfer, snorkeling equipment, and guided experience in the Atlantic Ocean.
About This Activity
Pick-Up Optional Pick-Up service will be extra fee R1000
Free Cancellation
You can cancel the event 72 hours in advance with full refund.
Duration 30 Hours
Swimming with seals will last 30 minutes
In Gansbaai
2 Hours distance away from Cape Town
Incredible Swimming Experience
THE ROUTE
Meeting Point
Meet at The Great White House in Kleinbaai, 5 Geelbek St, Van Dyks Bay, 7220, South Africa. Please note that the meeting time will be confirmed the day before your trip. All self-drive guests will start at this point as indicated on the map.
Highlight Of The Activity
Expert-guided seal snorkeling adventure with Marine Dynamics
Depart from the Great White House in Gansbaai
20-minute scenic boat ride to Dyer Island
Dive at Geyser Rock Seal Colony (60,000+ Cape Fur Seals)
20–30 minutes in the water with playful seals
Professional guides trained in seal behaviour
Full wetsuits, gloves, booties & flippers provided
Floatation devices available for rest
20-minute cruise back to shore
Optional hot showers (R60)
Restaurant available after the tour (own account)
Strict safety & wildlife conservation protocols
Small-group experience
Supports Dyer Island Conservation Trust
Includes
Safety briefing
Swimming Equipments
Transportation
Amazing Experience 😀
Not Includes
No refunds will be given if any player is found to be under the influence of alcohol or substances
Please play first, then enjoy drinks afterward
We are very strict on this policy — kindly ensure all members of your group are informed
Transport to and from the Location
Not Suitable For
Pregnant women
Under 12 Years old
People with no passion 😜
Important Informations
What to Bring
Towel
Sunhat
Sunscreen
Swimsuit
Water bottle
Good to Know
Diving sites are selected according to daily sea and animal conditions.
All equipment is sanitised and checked before each trip.
No touching or feeding of wildlife is permitted.
Activity may be cancelled or postponed in bad weather for safety reasons
Bring a camera or GoPro if waterproof; photo options available on request.