Gansbaai & Pearly Beach are some of the most prime places in the world for whale watching.

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Every year from June to December the whales make their way from the icy Antarctic to our warm, sheltered bays to mate, calve and raise their young. They come really close to the shore and their playful nature puts in quite a show for spectators. 

Guests can choose to watch these beauties from the shore or up close on a boat cruise (or both!)

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For those who prefer to stay ashore, land based whale watching is also very popular in Gansbaai & Pearly Beach specifically, due to the low-lying cliffs and the Southern Right whale's inquisitive nature to come up close to the rocky shore. 

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Below we've put together all our vacation rentals offering guests front row seats to this spectacular sight, where you can sip wine, next to a fire, while enjoying these majestic creatures. 

Browse our option below or contact us with your specific requirements and we'll get back to you with some tailored accommodation options: 

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Tourists travel from over the world for the unique opportunity of potentially seeing all of the Marine Big 5 in a single trip (whales, dolphins, penguins, seals and great white sharks). This is only possible at Dyer Island!

Well known local leading marine conservationists, Marine Dynamics, offer top class professional boat excursions, which are educational, luxurious and an absolute bucket list item!

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Click here to book your Whale Watching and Marine Big 5 Tour in Gansbaai: 

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