A cruise to Duiker Island, from Hout Bay. Seal Island. Cape Town, South Africa
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Boat Trip to Seal Island (Hout Bay - South Africa)
(EN) Hout Bay (Afrikaans: Houtbaai, from Afrikaans for Wood Bay) is the name of a coastal suburb of Cape Town, South Africa with a mix of neighbourhoods from the very rich to the very poor. It lies in a valley on the Atlantic seaboard of the Cape Peninsula and is twenty kilometres south of the Central Business District of Cape Town. The name Hout Bay can refer to the town, or the bay on which it is situated, or the whole valley.
Hout Bay, also known as Dungeons to the surfing community, is one of the sixteen recognised big wave spots around the globe. The annual Red Bull Big Wave Africa competition is held here. Swells of up to 47 feet (14.3 m) have been recorded here as well as numerous deaths as a result of boating, diving and surfing-related incidents in the area. The spot itself consists of various reefs. The most popular is called 2.5 since it is 2.5 metres (8.20 ft) deep. Behind it is 3.5, which is 3.5 metres (11.48 ft) deep. There is also a reef that is reputed to be able to hold a 100 ft (30 m) high wave, should one ever come. Before the use of jet-skis to enter and leave the area, the surfers who braved these waters had to paddle through a dark and deep channel, through to where the waves break.
Hout Bay is a popular tourist attraction among both local and international visitors. There are a variety of restaurants in the village as well as two hotels (the Hout Bay Manor and the Chapman's Peak Hotel), many bed and breakfasts and self-catering accommodation where visitors can stay. The harbour is a worthwhile visit, as there are spectacular views of the bay and boat rides to Duiker Island and around the Sentinel. Chapman's Peak Drive is one of the world's most scenic mountain drives and has recently undergone renovations to ensure the safety of travellers using the route. The East and West forts built by the Dutch in the 18th century can also be visited, with the original cannons and barracks still standing on the slopes of Chapman's Peak. The East fort is the oldest operating gun battery in the world. The mountains surrounding Hout Bay also make for good hiking trails. In the same area is the bronze statue of a leopard looking out over the ocean.
The Red Bull Big Wave Africa surfing contest is held on the other side of the Sentinel mountain, at the famous Dungeons. Some of the biggest waves in the world are found here and these attract surfers from all over the world. The competition can only be held during May to August, when the waves reach heights of 15 ft (4.57 m) to 20 ft (6.10 m).
The Hout Bay Yacht Club is situated in the working harbour and provides moorings for both recreational, fishing and sailing boats.
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Seal diving at Duiker Island, Hout Bay, Cape Town.
Seals & Snorkels, Sharks & Shrimps off Duiker Island, Hout Bay!
I braved the cold Atlantic and went snorkeling with the Cape Fur Seals off Duiker Island, Hout Bay. It was an awesome experience and worth every penny. From the amazing crew at Animal Ocean Seal Snorkeling, to a dramatic dive location with towering mountains and open ocean, this was an adventure to behold. Its with good reason these guys are rated among the top 5 things to do in Cape Town. Super fun, very safe, an expert team and such a jol - Trust me, you will not regret this experience one bit. The team were super sweet and gave me a warm welcome on arrival. At no time did I feel uncomfortable. All equipment was provided and everything was done for us. I felt quite pampered to say the least. So much more than what I expected.
Bookings are done online and are super simple and very secure. The entire process took me less than 2 minutes. The price is very affordable. Duration? Plenty time and no rush at all, I definitely felt I got my monies worth.
Would I recommend this activity? Without a doubt absolutely yes! You simply have to check it out. You'll thank me later.
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Rodi, (Uber driver) for being such great company and driving me safely to my destination. It was a pleasure chatting to you. I really hope to see you again.
Steve, at Animal Ocean Seal Snorkeling for being so super chilled. You have an amazing business and a wonderful, dedicated and awesome team who clearly share a strong passion for what they do. Together, you've had a huge impact on me. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.
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HOUT BAY - SEAL ISLAND - BOAT TRIP 2018
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Seal Island Hout Bay South Africa a trip aboard the Nauticat to visit the Cape Fur Seals
Seal Island | Hout Bay | South Africa | 11 June 2019
Seal Island
Hout Bay
South Africa
11 June 2019
Hout Bay, Cape Town South Africa
Hout Bay (Afrikaans: Houtbaai, meaning Wood Bay) is a suburb of Cape Town, South Africa situated in a valley on the Atlantic seaboard of the Cape Peninsula, twenty kilometres south of the Central Business District of Cape Town. The name Hout Bay can refer to the town, the bay on which it is situated, or the entire valley.
When the Dutch established a colony in Table Bay in 1652, a vast quantity of good timber was required for construction, shipbuilding other purposes. There was no vast forest near the settlement, mainly because the rainfall was not high enough. It was soon apparent that the colonists would be able to fell wood they needed in the wetter valley that lay on the other side of a low pass (called Constantia Nek) between the southern end of Table Mountain and Constantiaberg. The area was initially made up of two farms, which were slowly subdivided to make way for urban expansion. While still maintaining its rural atmosphere, the city of Hout Bay has more than 12,000 residences inhabited by a population of about 42,000 people
Boat Cruise to Seal Island | Things to do in Cape Town
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Duiker Island also known as Seal Island holds a large colony of cape fur seals just off Hout Bay near Cape Town, South Africa. It is only really a small rocky outcrop, but hosts a massive horde of bachelor seals, sunning themselves on the rocky shore. There can be up to 45 000 seals at any given time around the Island.
There are a number of ferries running every 40mins to take you to see the seals up close. You can also include this experience in a peninsula day tour.
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Snorkelling with Seals at Duiker Island - Hout Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
A short video documenting our family snorkelling trip to Duiker Island in Hout Bay, Cape Town (Bucketlist Cape Town)
Playing with the seals of duiker island @ Hout bay , south africa
Fun frolic in the sea!! This was hands down one of the coolest things I've ever done with the puppies of the ocean at Duiker Island.Really just amazing to swim with hundreds of seals swimming right up to your face. Miss them so much...never enough!! Warning ......many many many seals!!! Music credits alexander Kasianov - summer
Diving With Seals at Duiker Island in Hout Bay
We spent a fun morning diving with the seals off Duiker Island in False Bay - they were so playful and watching them was very entertaining. It's amazing how quickly they move through the water - and with such agility! indigoscuba.com
Scuba diving with seals at Duiker Island, Hout Bay
Here's a video of seals at Duiker Island in Hout Bay, Cape Town. They are curious and playful and love to check out divers and snorkellers who come into their territory.
For more on scuba diving in Cape Town, South Africa, visit learntodivetoday.co.za and learntodivetoday.co.za/blog/