Cape Town Kayaks | Seal Island Cruise

Distance

Boat Powered

Duration

45 Minutes

Physicality

None

Age

Any

Location

Hout-Bay

Seal Island Boat Trip

Take to the sea and visit Duiker Island near the spectacular coastline of Hout Bay with Circe Launches "Seal Island" trips! See thousands of Cape fur seals sunbake and play on the perfect experience for the whole family

TOUR START TIMES

09h00 - 09H45 - 10H30 - 15H00

TOUR END TIME

45 Minutes After Start Time

TOUR START/END POINT

Circe Launches Kiosk - Hout Bay

INCLUDED

- A Ticket onto Calypso a glass bottomed boat bound for Seal Island in Hout Bay

NOT INCLUDED

- Refreshments
- Gratuities To Guides

More About Hout Bay

Hout Bay was originally inhabited by the Khoi people, who called it "Houtkraal" or "Wooden Kraal". The Dutch arrived in the area in the 1650s and renamed it "Hout Bay". The area was used for timber production and fishing, and a small settlement grew up around the harbour. In the 19th century, the area became a popular tourist destination, and the town of Hout Bay was officially founded in 1867. Today, Hout Bay is a thriving town with a population of over 17,000 people. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, stunning views of the surrounding mountains, and its fresh seafood. The town is also home to a number of schools, businesses, and community organizations.

R 100

Per person

Calendar

Available

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More About This Tour

Our standard kayak tours commence at 9 am, and we conduct them every two hours. All groups are paired with an experienced and friendly tour guide. Your tour guide has several certifications, including medical first aid and personal survival techniques. All excursions begin with a brief introduction by your tour guide. Then they will help you get acquainted with the basics of kayaking, which is especially necessary if you’re new to this activity. The introduction includes a safety demonstration to ensure all guests have a safe and comfortable tour. You’ll also be fitted with a life jacket. Once you hit the water, your tour guide will lead the group to different checkpoints. You’ll get a tour of the harbour, during which your tour guide will enlighten you with their vast knowledge.

Reviews

Joelpagett

12 Mar 2023

I recently took a Seal Island boat trip with Circe Launches and had an amazing time! It was easy to find in Hout Bay, and there was plenty of parking too. Once we left the harbour the seas were a little rough – but for me that added to the fun of it! After around 20 minutes we got up close to Seal Island and were able to see thousands of Cape fur seals. We spent around 10 minutes around the island, watching these charismatic animals dive in and out of the ocean. It was fascinating to watch, and you couldn’t help but fall in love with the pups – they were so cute! Once we’d left the island, you could appreciate the beautiful scenery and take in the stunning sights. The crew were friendly and knowledgeable, and the boat was clean and comfortable – and for the price, it was fantastic value. Overall, I had a great time on the Seal Island boat trip with Circe Launches. I would highly recommend that you add it to your Cape Town to-do list!