Ivanhoe Sea Safaris
Ivanhoe Sea Safaris
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Boat ToursEco ToursDolphin & Whale Watching
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
A typical trip will have you exploring our magnificent coastline and bay while looking for whales, dolphins, sharks, seals and seabirds. Apart from the Southern Right Whales, we are able to view Brides Whales, Humpback Whales and possibly even Great White Sharks.There are many Cape Fur Seals, African Penguins, Dolphins, Sunfish and plenty of coastal marine birds to been seen whilst out at sea.
Gansbaai, South Africa
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Awards
Travellers' Choice
2023

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(35 reviews)
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Alex Barker
Halifax, Canada1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
Did the sunset whale watching tour and had a great time. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. We saw so many whales.
Written 23 November 2023
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Wander11675541331
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
Great. The view is good. We know that South Africa is experiencing a very hard time. Hope South Africa will get well soon.
Written 23 November 2023
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Raquel
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
I liked this activity. The driver was a cool guy. I think you offer a vehicle with more space, almost 3hs tightly wasn’t good.
Written 21 November 2023
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Heather H
Ewell, UK1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
Fantastic experience! Saw far more whales than we expected, and got some incredible pictures. Skippers were very friendly and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!
Written 20 November 2023
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Karin T
Pueblo Nuevo de Guadiaro, Spain45 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Best whale watching trip ever! We were not many people on the boat (something like 15) so it was not crowded at all and made very enjoyable. The guides gave LOADS of information and were super friendly. We have a lot if whales, going under the boat and breaching. As bonus we also had dolphins
Written 20 November 2023
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Camper07349456510
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
Was quite interesting.A bit long for some people who showed signs of seasickness.Must be because of the strong winds.Sea life was a bit shy it seems..but with nature you are always at risk of not knowing what you will see .
Written 20 November 2023
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Roving745513
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Friends
The captain was very kind and spontaneous and explained lots of things to us about the whales and was very passionated about them. It was a very special experience!
Written 20 November 2023
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carriejcd
Yorkshire, UK22 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
We went on this trip today and I would recommend it very highly. I love whale watching and this is one of the best trips I have done. It's a small boat and they don't pack you on like sardines which I hate. Brilliant, friendly and knowledge crew, you get to see the whales so much better than a big boat. The only tip I would give is take an anti seasickness. I was fine but some weren't because there was quite a swell. With it being a small boat you are much closer to the water. I will be back. Thanks so much chaps it was brilliant 😊
Written 12 November 2023
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Explorer248619
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Friends
We had an amazing time and saw a lot of whales! The group was not too big and the guide was really nice and had answers to all our questions. We learned so much about these amazing animals and heard a lot of great stories. I can recommend this tour 100%. It‘s worth the price.
Written 10 November 2023
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Mike P
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Most incredible whale watching experience ever with Southern Right whales with calves coming right up to our drifting boat diving underneath and all around the boat
Written 7 November 2023
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