A day of contrasts, beginning by getting close and personal with the Great White Sharks in Gansbaai followed by an afternoon exploration of the Walker Bay Nature Reserve.
Today you head out of Cape Town and drive over Sir Lowry’s Pass enjoying stunning views across the Atlantic along the way. You arrive at Gansbaai to go Great White cage diving. As soon as there are active sharks in the area, the specially constructed dive cages immerse you into the aptly names Shark Alley, famous for having the best shark viewing in the world. Nowhere in the world is there such an abundance of Great White sharks, drawn here by the vast numbers of seal and bird colonies on the islands. The sheer thrill of a Great White passing within touching distance must rate top of any adrenalin junkie’s wish list.
Returning to our Adventure Utility Vehicle (AUV) our journey will head inland to Stanford. For lunch, we will stop at one of the lovely local restaurants at Stanford. The Tasting Room restaurant has a reputation for relaxation with an emphasis on fresh and inventive food of an exceptionally high standard. The chalkboard menu changes daily according to what is locally fresh and available, including items from our own vegetable garden.
This afternoon, we venture to the small villages, perched on the cliffs above the bay. From an elevated vantage point, you have a birds-eye view of the whales, and may possibly even see some calves. After thousands of years the crash of waves has carved a series of underground caves into the cliffs and these contain a glittering array of stalactites and stalagmites as well as ocean-filled rock pools, perfect for swimming.
Time alolowing we will stop and explore the Stony Point Nature Reserve in Betty’s Bay, home to a breeding colony of Penguins, taking time to enjoy their character-filled antics.
We return to Cape Town, via the scenic coastal route which will allow you perfect vistas of this spectacular coastline.
Tour Code: Travelyst Master
Duration: 8 Hours
Languages: English
Group Size: Any Group Size
Departures: Cape Town Hotel
Departure Time: Flexible, the earlier the better
Returns: Cape Town Hotel
Return Time: When your day is done
Flexibility - adaptable on an hour to hour basis to suit your clients’ needs and changing weather conditions throughout the day. Where you go and what activities you do are up to you.
Adventure Utility Vehicle (AUV) – Our vehicle comes equipped pre-packed hiking packs and a fully stocked gourmet pantry with drinks included.
Top Adventure Guides - Viewed as the best in Africa in their specialist fields, our guides have a wealth of experience and stories to tell.
The tour shown is only an example, more or less can be done on the day. Click on the activities list and map for more information.
Includes:
Private Adventure Guide / Driver
Exclusive Use of Adventure Utility Vehicle
Adventure Equipment
Drinks - Soft Drinks, Beer, Wine & Selected Spirits
Gourmet Pantry - selection of snacks and picnic items
Unlimited travel in and around Cape Town, including as far as Winelands & Hermanus
Onboard WiFi
Excludes:
Specialist Equipment: Surf Board, Wetsuit, and Tuition or Mountain Bikes – available at an additional rate
Entry, Attraction Fees and Park Fees – e.g. Aquarium & Cable Car
Additional restaurant meals and wine farm supplied picnics
Adventures beyond 100 km radius of Cape Town - e.g. Cape Agulhas, Ceres & Orange River
Onward Transfer out of touring area. e.g pick up and touring in one location, drop off in second location
Luggage transfers of more than two people (limited space due to onboard offerings)
Extended Day Supplement – pick up before 8 am and drop off after 6 pm
