South Africa · CAPE TOWN HARBOUR AND SUNSET CRUISES
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Of everything filed here, these 15 cape town harbour and sunset cruises earn the money: what each costs, how long it runs, who it suits. Number one is at the top on merit; work down until something matches your week.
90-minute Table Bay eco-cruise from the V&A Waterfront for whales, dolphins, seals and penguins, with hydrofoil speed and Cape views.
“Amazing experience great Captain very knowledgable sharing interesting facts We were very lucky to experience hump back wales as well as dolphins seals and penguins Whole experience was outstanding would thoroughly recommend”
Cape Town 90-minute sunset cruise from V&A Waterfront on a 58-foot gaff rigged schooner, with two sparkling wine flutes and ocean views.
“The crew was absolutely amazing (cherry on top). Immaculate vibes and service. >>>> I even had to leave a tip.”
Luxury 1.5-hour sunset catamaran off Cape Town with 2 Prosecco glasses, Table Mountain views, and possible whales and dolphins.
“Awesome experience and well worth it! Love that it was not full and could actually enjoy it without it being elbow to elbow. Very lovely sunset.”
Kayak Cape Town from the V&A Waterfront for dolphins, seals, penguins, and Table Mountain views in 2 hours.
“We absolutely loved our morning kayak tour. Conditions were perfect, and we were lucky enough to see dolphins and penguins. The highlight was when a couple of dolphins swam right alongside our kayak—an absolutely incredible experience. The guides were all super friendly and welcoming, creating great vibes throughout. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip.”
A 30-minute luxury pontoon boat cruise along Durban Point canals, with great skyline views, friendly guides, and value for $9.
“our tour guide nhlakanipho was very knowledgeable and friendly”
90 minute Marine Big 5 ocean safari on a luxury catamaran from V&A Waterfront, with snacks, binoculars, and Atlantic views.
“We enjoyed the tour, the boat was very clean, we saw dolphins, Seals and penguins.”
30-minute harbour cruise from the V&A Waterfront for seal sightings, Table Mountain views, and 15-language audio, with free onboard Wi-Fi.
“nice quick cruise around harbour with bit of info, also plenty of seals about, keep an eye in the tyres for them”
One-hour Gin Voyage cruise from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront with two gin and tonic tastings, a colour-changing experiment, and Atlantic views.
“super friendly helpful staff. they postponed the trip by an hour to ensure we had good weather and better sea conditions, they care about the clients experience”
One hour of real sailing on Table Bay from the V&A Waterfront, with dolphin and seal chances, plus a harbor-safety backup plan.
“The cruise staff is super friendly. The music on the boat is relaxing and very hip. The ride is an experience on it's own. Its very very nice.”
A 90-minute Knysna sunset cruise with award-winning white wine, fresh oysters, and guided estuary views. Luxury lounge vibes.
“Had a great experience, and the history around Knysna was well explained. Blankets were provided as it was cold on the boat. Would definitely recommend this.”
90-minute marine eco-safari from the V&A Waterfront with an onboard marine biologist, Table Bay wildlife, and marine education support.
“Marine biologist was excellent - very amiable, articulate, full of information, and engaged. He truly made all attempts to show as much wildlife as he could and took the time to do so. Made the bay trip so enjoyable and memorable.”
Luxury Knysna Heads sunset cruise from Thesen Island with bubbly, lagoon sailing, and a captain’s BBQ on a 55-foot catamaran.
“The cruise was wonderful, the BBQ delicious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The cruise finished 30 mins earlier than advertised which was disappointing otherwise it was super”
Half-day Cape Town tour to Robben Island and V&A Waterfront with round-trip transfers and included entry.
“I really loved the experience The guide was awesome, really knew the history and helped a lot to understand the context of the streets, buildings, and other infrastructure. I loved it so much and I recommend it”
Luxury catamaran sunset from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront with complimentary Prosecco, Table Bay views, and marine life spotting.
“The trip itself was good despite the large swells we had to traverse. Finding the boat from the redemption point was challenging but it was New Year’s Eve so crowds were dense”
Pedal a small boat at the V&A Waterfront for 30 minutes, spot sea life in Cape Town canals, and enjoy an easy, safe family activity.
