Ocean Safaris
Ocean Safaris is a family-operated business that is a cornerstone of ocean tours and whale-watching ventures in the Western Cape, South Africa. A leading company in the field, they are esteemed members of the South African Boat-Based Whale Watching Association. In alignment with stringent eco-activity regulations within South Africa, Ocean Safaris consistently upholds the highest standards for the welfare of wildlife and the safety of passengers.
Ocean Blue Adventures
Ocean Blue Adventures is a pioneering organisation in South Africa conducting conservation-minded whale and dolphin marine eco-tours. In cooperation with the Qolweni Community Development Trust, its operations focus on conservation through community development, education, and research. The company aims to give all guests a holistic marine experience while maintaining high wildlife welfare standards raising awareness of marine mammal conservation and the need to conserve our oceans.
Plett Ocean Festival
Each year, the Plett Ocean Festival, organised by the Plett Tourism Association, provides a platform for the community to come together and celebrate the ocean’s wonders. The highlight of this festival is the three-day Plett Marine Science Symposium, where up to 20 academics, oceanographers, marine scientists, and researchers share their expertise with a non-academic audience daily.
Robberg Peninsula and Nelson Bay Cave
The Robberg peninsula, stretching 3.5 kilometres into the expanse of the Indian Ocean, is a breath-taking spectacle. Here, one can marvel at both migratory and permanent whale populations, witness the powerful presence of Great White Sharks, and observe the lively breeding colony of Cape Fur Seals. As one navigates the trails of the peninsula, they uncover the secrets of millennia, including the ancient, archaeologically important, Nelson Bay Cave.
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