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Snorkel with Cape Fur Seals

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Last updated: 19 August, 2024

Cape Fur seals are a common sight on the coastline around Cape Town; with a handful of large colonies situated on the rocky islands situated close inshore.

While boat tours offer an accessible way to see these entertaining animals, adventurous swimmers can enjoy a scuba-free ocean wildlife experience by snorkelling in the kelp forests that thrive on the fringes of Duiker Island near Hout Bay.

No prior experience is needed. All you’ll require is a healthy sense of adventure… and the courage to get in the cold water.

Logistics

Price from: £40

Minimum age: 10

Age suitable: 10+

When: All year around

Duration: 3-4 hours

Getting there & doing it

Snorkelling tours are weather-dependent – they won’t go in bad weather. Trips typically last 3-4 hours, with roughly an hour spent in the water with the seals. All equipment is provided, including thick wetsuits, as the water is cold (12-20 degrees) year-round.

When to do it

The experience is available year-round, but summer (September-May) is best. From late-March into April the young seal pups start to swim, offering the best time for interactions.

Who to go with: organised tours

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