One Day Expedition

Start your whale adventure

Focused on small groups for an intimate and immersive experience guaranteed.

This expedition gives you the chance to experience the Humpback Whale supergroups & other rich marine life found in this region in a day. The south west cape, currently hosts the largest annual gathering of Humpback whales in the Southern Hemisphere.

The Itinerary

Welcome & Orientation session with Skipper & Guide.
we set off to spend the day in search of Humpback whales and the myriad of marine life the ocean has to offer.
Once back on shore, enjoy a trip debrief with snacks served.

INCLUDES
EXCLUDES
WHAT TO BRING
FAQs

Boat based Whale Watching
guided expedition with whale experts
All Meals ( Breakfast & Lunch)
Snacks whilst at sea
Expedition video/pictures

Transport to/from West Coast
Video/Photographic equipment
Travel/Medical insurance
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities

Warm jacket
Extra clothing
Camera / video camera
Motion tablets if necessary

When is the best time of year? Peak Season: November - January.
This is the time we regularly see Humpback whales in large groups, aggressively feeding.

Rest of the year:
Whale watching along the south African coast is however possible year-round.
The west coast region has a wide range of marine life and regular sightings of whales occurs year-round.
Weather & clothing? "There's no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing!"
You are about to embark on an expedition on the Atlantic Ocean - so dress appropriately!
The Cape weather is famously unpredictable, our peak season falls within South African summer, so we can be at sea in 30 degrees +, but other days mist, rain or wind can make the conditions colder
We will provide you with a rain/splash suit for a protective outer layer., however - layers are key.
Where do you launch from? We follow the whales - so our launch sites can vary. However, our base is in Yzerfontein, a small town +/- 1Hr North of Cape Town.
There are several harbours within our permitted area, if the launch is changed to any of these we will notify you prior.
What can we expect to see? Nature is never a guarantee - we all understand that.
Choosing to come with us is you, putting yourself in the best possible position to witness unbelievable whale sightings.
During peak season we regularly see Humpback whales, - at times in groups of 200+
However, we also see dolphins, seals, penguins and sunfish.
We have multiple islands we can visit which offer great birding opportunities & chance to see several shipwrecks.
Whale expedition vs whale watching trips? Our whale Expeditions are the only experience like this in South Africa, we focus on giving an unparalleled in-depth whale experience to small groups.
Additionally, we are in one of, if not the best location to witness supergroups of whales at the right time of year.
What happens if the weather is too bad? When booking, we strongly advise for you to have a few days either side of your chosen date available, so we can shift your booking if needed.
- 1 day expedition: if cancelled and you can't move to a suitable day - you will receive a full refund.
- Multiday Expedition: These are designed with the weather in mind, we have several days to work with. Should any of the days be non-sea going, provisions are made for alternative activities, (please see expeditions page for more information)
Are Children Allowed? Children under 12 are unfortunately not allowed, unless a private charter is booked.

Contact

+27 (0)82 353 0550 info@whaleexpedition.co.za

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