Algoa Bay Cruise: Wildlife and History with Penguins, Whales, and Dolphins

Embark on a unique Algoa Bay Cruise that combines wildlife encounters with a rich history. Spot African Penguins, whales, and dolphins while supporting education, conservation, and research.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Port Elizabeth - We meet our guests at 8am and after a short briefing before we head out into PE’s beautiful Algoa Bay on our twin-engine catamaran. The whale season begins in June when we see humpback whales moving along the coast as they head up the East coast of Africa towards their breeding grounds. Humpback whales can be seen in Algoa Bay…
What's Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Our cruise is unique in that we operate in the diverse Algoa Bay, rich in wildlife and history. Visiting St Croix island, home to half the worlds remaining endangered African Penguins. This tour is run just once a day instead of trying to run multiple cruises in one day. This ensures that our skippers and guides are fresh and alert for every cruise and…

Location
Nelson Mandela Bay Yacht Club
Enter the harbour and follow the road to the right and sign in at harbour security. Continue straight for approximately 370m, turn left and PE Deep Sea Angling Club is located just to the right of the following intersection.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Martin_w
Feb 16, 2025
All four crew on boat... - All four crew on boat very helpful and knowledgeable. On time, clean boat, saw penguins on the island and dolphins and a whale close up.
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Tour03176984188
Feb 5, 2025
An out of body experience. - What a way to appreciate nature in its purest form. Wow! Our tour was exceptional, breathtaking and beautiful beyond measure.
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N599pjserenag
Feb 5, 2025
Unforgettable dolphin watching - What a phenomenal experience to be surrounded by a thousand common dolphins hunting and playing around the boat, including tiny babies absolutely glued to their mother's sides. Lloyd didn't rush us and we were able to spend ages watching. An absolute privilege to have been able to experience that in perfect calm conditions.
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Companion32293710181
Feb 5, 2025
Fantastic Whale, Dolphin and Penguin cruise - Absolutely fantastic and beautiful to see God's creation. The crew were VERY mindful of the guests requests ie getting closer to the animals for photographing (without disturbing them), and each crew member was extremely professional Plus the tasty snacks on board... The spotter/s did a great job. We saw a Cape fur seals, a bride whale, large pod of dolphins (+-300) including baby albino dolphin "Popcorn", and the birdlife (penguins, cormorants, black oyster catchers). It was a memorable day.. Definitely something to do again.. and the sea was as flat as a lake.. Perfect
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Dreamer09029214792
Feb 4, 2025
Epic Adventure - Epic adventure! Lovely team. A lot of incredible experience, knowledge and information. The conservation work they do is inspiring. The sightings of the various marine life, breathtaking!!! My favourite was the dolphins right next to our boat. Absolutely amazing!!!
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Francescole9508yt
Feb 4, 2025
Amazing - Highly recommended. A fantastic experience, allowing you to see the beautiful marine life of Algoa Bay up close. Fantastic and very knowledgeable staff, who always involve the guests and make the experience even better.
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D_l
Feb 3, 2025
A great day out - Booked direct instead of cruise excursion saving a lot of money and Cruise used same boats we were on. Friendly and knowledgeable staff and we had a great time. Not many penguins these days on the island due to over fishing but we saw lots of performing dolphins. If you are on a cruise ship it’s a very short drive (10 mins) via the mini bus to and from the ship.
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Marco
Feb 3, 2025
Amazing experience - Review for Raggy Charters ★★★★★ An unforgettable experience! The team at Raggy Charters is incredibly professional and passionate, sharing a deep respect for the marine environment and the amazing creatures that inhabit these waters. Our excursion was flawlessly organized: the boat was comfortable and safe, and the crew was always ready to answer questions and share fascinating insights about marine wildlife. The guide made the tour even more engaging with detailed and captivating explanations. We were lucky enough to spot several whales and dolphins, always maintaining a respectful distance to avoid disturbing them. It’s clear that this center operates with a strong ecological ethic, following strict protocols to protect the animals and their habitat. If you love nature and want to experience something truly special, I highly recommend Raggy Charters. A genuine and respectful adventure that will leave you in awe!
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167brittj
Feb 2, 2025
Awesome! - Great experience!! We were lucky, for the time of the year, to spot some whales! And to see the dolphins so close to the boat was asewome. We even saw a white dolphin! Staff was very experienced and professional. Would definitely recommend.
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79carissan
Feb 2, 2025
Worth the trip! - We were so surprised at the marine wildlife we could spot & sea on the cruise. We had a great time, with friendly service and amazing sightings!
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