Private Tour
1 Day Whale Watching at Yzerfontein
Overview
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4 hours
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SEASON: December - March
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.
With a maximum of 10 guests per expedition, an intimate & immersive experience is guaranteed.
Join the ONLY expedition-style led whale watching experience in South Africa, pioneering this to those who truly want that fully immersive & educational experience.
Our vessel “Meganova”, is in a league of her own for its class and is registered for less capacity than the vessel is built for, allowing ultimate safety & comfort.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
No children U/12 years old are permitted on scheduled 1-day expeditions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Arrive & Meet your crew and receive an in-depth Welcome Briefing with breakfast snack, set off onboard our high end boat (RIB), Meganova, designed to offer maneuverability & performance. Spend the day in search of Humpback whales and the myriad of marine life the ocean has on offer. On return to land, enjoy a picnic style lunch with Debrief by your Whale Specialist guide & Skipper
What‘s Included
• Hot Beverages, Breakfast pastries & fruit on arrival • Refreshments at sea (Mineral water, soft drinks, variety of dry snacks) • Picnic-style lunch on return to land
English speaking staff
Waterproof jacket and pants if required
Transport to/from West Coast
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1 Day Whale Watching at Yzerfontein
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
INCREDIBLE
Marthe G,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time. We arrived a bit late in the season to see the super pods of humpback whales but we saw the souther right whale which was a surprise for us. The team was so sweet and really helpful. They were just incredible. Would recommend it, in an heart beat. Everything was just awesome.
Wonderful experience
Ron en Eveline F,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A well-organized company with well-maintained and safe boats. The welcome is warm with breakfast and coffee. Then onto the water and one continues to search for whales. We saw several humpbacks up close. As icing on the cake 5 Southern Right Whales. These were really special. I can highly recommend this trip and certainly Jacques, an extremely enthusiastic and endearing person. Overall a wonderful experience that we would not have missed
Extraordinarily wonderful experience
Pipcday,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From arrival to departure this was the most brilliantly run organisation. The crew were both highly knowledgeable, enthusiastic and fun. The boat, clothing, safety equipment and refreshments were all first class. But it was the extraordinary 90minutes sighting mating Southern Right Whales which was utterly spellbinding. That was followed by a trip to Dassen Island to see a small group of Humpbacks, a huge colony of Seals at Vondelingeiland and a single Sunfish on the way back to Yzerfontein.
Unforgettable experience!
karink326,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great whale-watch expedition! We thought it was really worth the price. We left with considerable fog, but with an hour the sun was shining. We have seen an amazing supergroup of whales (at least 50). In addition, a smaller group. We were bobbing in the middle of the field and were short of eyes. We were given plenty of time to observe these beautiful mammals! The expedition ended with an excellent lunch on shore.
Fantastic experience
Sherpa10298855607,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The crew was very friendly and very experienced. We were spoiled with breakfast before and BBQ afterwards. We have felt unsentimentally safe and well looked after at all times. The fact that we were then allowed to see and hear and smell strange humpback whales impressed us incredibly. Thanks to the Orga team and the performing team.
The best whale watching expedition in Southern Africa
aaronnicholaslta2020,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing experience and very professional, informative and motivated team, equipped with top notch boats, clothing and safety equipment. Breakfast and lunch book-ended a 5 hour whale search mission with the amazing Dassen Island en route with its aggregations of Black Oyster Catchers, White Pelicans, Jackass Penguins and seals, as well as Vondeling Island with its 60,000 fur seals as well as one visiting male elephant seal! En route we saw Storm Petrels darting between the waves and Southern Giant Petrel. The highlight was of course catching up with a supergroup of 20+ Humpback Whales, diving to feed, the surfacing next to the boat repeatedly - incredible!! If you can manage an extended trip on open water then you must join these guys.
Best tour of my life!
GerhardCloete,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We reached a group of whales of 50 +. It was one of the best experiences of my life. The guides waited until everyone was satisfied. It was an amazing experience. Crew was amazing as well
One of the best experience in my life
inna p1100,Feb 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks Jan for introducing and immersing into wild ocean life especially whales! I was amazed by whales, dolphins, seals and other animals inhabiting the area!
Perfect ride with super nice team, very eighth on the meet in respect with the meet animals ! Great knowledge
894verenae,Feb 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The team was very accommodating, took care of everything perfectly and always looked after the well-being of the guests. I felt very safe on board and have been going out to sea exclusively with this team for years. They are the best!!! Thank you
Wow!!! And Whale
089753,Jan 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip I'd highly recommend, especially photographers! Small groups of people which makes the trip so much nicer. Although we didn't get to see a super group, we saw a lone juvenile Humpback and then a mother with her calf. Plenty of dolphins and birds and a huge sunfish.....worth EVERY penny...nice breakfast and lunch and the crew were excellent 👌🏻
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