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Whale watching in Cape Town
Whale watching in Cape Town
Mostly you will see Southern right whales, but on occasion you might also spot humpback and killer whales. Bottlenose and dusky dolphins also frequent False Bay.
From viewpoints next to the coastal road between Simon's Town and Cape Point one can often spot whales less than 100m from shore.
A number of operators also offer Whale Watching Cruises.
Waterfront Boat Company, Shop 5 Quay, V&A Waterfront, ☎ +27 (0)21 418-5806 ( ), . 3 to 4 hour cruise in the bay and you are almost guaranteed to spot whales. R350. �
Dyer Island Cruises, Gansbaai, ☎ +27 (0)28 384-0406 ( ), . R450 to R720. �
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