Excursion Penguin island cruise tour at Port Elizabeth

IMPORTANT NOTE: Responsibility must be taken by their parents or custodians for minors. All persons under 12 or who cannot swim are requested to wear a life jacket and sit in the seating provided. Custodians of children are requested to pay special attention to this. Smoking is not allowed. No material may be thrown overboard! Waste material may be handed to one of the personnel at the end of the trip.

Explore the abundant waters off South Africa in search of whales, dolphins, penguins, and seabirds during this panoramic, half-day cruise to Peanut Island.

Port Elizabeth, Algoa Bay Yacht Club, Harbour Cruise, Penguin Island, African Penguins

Depart the pier for the short drive to the Algoa Bay Yacht Club. Upon arrival, walk to your awaiting boat, meet your captain/guide, and receive your safety and tour instructions. Afterward, your tour begins with a harbour cruise before exiting the port and setting sail for Peanut Island,  home to the largest breeding colony of African penguins in the world.

Bottlenose & Common Dolphins, Humpback, Migratory & Bryde’s Whales

In addition to the penguins, you may also encounter schools of bottlenose dolphins in groups. Common dolphins and humpback whales can also be spotted, but they tend to be either further out to sea or closer inshore. Migratory whales may be seen from June-December, whilst the resident Bryde's whale can be seen throughout the year; however, it is very elusive and seen fleetingly.

St. Croix Islands, Refreshments, African Penguins, Gannets, Seabirds

During your cruise, a refreshment stop is made off the St. Croix Island Group, which is home to approximately 20,000 African penguins, making it the largest breeding colony on the planet. Gannets and other seabirds may also be seen on this approximately 15.5-mile (about 25-kilometre) trip to Peanut Island. Your cruise concludes back at the Algoa Bay Yacht Club. Upon arrival, disembark the boat, re-board your coach, and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Port Elizabeth, Penguin Island Cruise, African Penguins, Bottlenose & Common Dolphins, Humpback, Migratory & Bryde’s Whales, St. Croix Islands, Seabirds IMPORTANT NOTE: Responsibility must be taken by their parents or custodians for minors. All persons under 12 or who cannot swim are requested to wear a life jacket and sit in the seating provided. Custodians of children are requested to pay special attention to this. Smoking is not allowed. No material may be thrown overboard! Waste material may be handed to one of the personnel at the end of the trip.

Note

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 109 yards (about 100 metres), at times over uneven, gravel, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and embark/disembark the boat. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, a light, weatherproof jacket, bottled water, and local currency or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must carry their passports and ship’s ID at all times. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. This may be reflected in the prices of the tours, and we thank you for your understanding. Only local currency (South African Rand) is accepted in the crafts building, and there is no shipping service available. As in any large city, please take precautions to protect your belongings. Leave all valuables on board and do not wear any jewellery shoreside, particularly when walking through crowded areas frequented by tourists. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife, marine life, and bird sightings are not guaranteed. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary.