This excursion was such a blast! First off, the staff was incredible. From the moment we arrived, they assisted us with storing our belongings and helping us put on our gear. After a brief, but important lecture, we took a two minute ride to the boat launch and headed out to the island. The skipper and guides helped us find the seals and always made us feel safe. We saw tons of seals and above all else, we were out in the ocean with incredible views around us. After we finished, they had water, snacks, and showers waiting for us. It was quite an experience and I highly recommend this excursion if in Cape Town.
Although the organisation was real good, we are very disappointed in our snorkeling tour. All the seals were on the rocks en I have not seen any seals at all in the water. The staff did not mention before the trip that there was a possibility of not seeing any seals at all in the water, so we expected to swim in between several seals. That was also what we have read before booking the tour. I know that the staff can’t change anything about the behaviour of the seals, but we did not get the impression that the staff cared about it. When we came back, no-one (guides and manager) mentioned anything about the disappointing trip. Even when we mentioned to the manager that we have not seen any seals at all, she did not actually respond to that. One positive thing is that I hired a underwater - camera, but we did not need to take the videos and photos (which we did not have many) and pay for that.
Seal snorkelling is a must do in cape town! We almost went twice we loved it so much! If you're thinking about this, definitely do it! All the staff are great and make you feel really comfortable from the start. The boat out to Duiker Island is great fun, and the hot chocolates and cookies for the journey back to land after being in the water was such a nice touch. Would 100% recommend!
It have been one of the best experiences in my life. Whole trip has been executed with immaculate precision from the equipment to hot chocolate at the end (with almond milk!). Stars of the show, seals did not disappoint. There has been a lot of young pups approaching us and swimming around.
This was one of the best snorkeling experience possible. With Great insights about the species, it was memorable.