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St Croix Island Penguins & Marine Big Five
Set sail from the Port Elizabeth harbour on an exhilarating marine cruise to St Croix Island, home to the largest breeding colony of African penguins in the world — over 12,000 breeding pairs. This 2-hour boat trip takes you into the heart of Algoa Bay, recently declared a Hope Spot by Mission Blue for its extraordinary marine biodiversity.
As you cruise across the bay, keep watch for the "Marine Big Five" — southern right whales (seasonal June-November), bottlenose dolphins, Cape fur seals, great white sharks, and penguins. Your marine biologist guide identifies species and shares conservation insights.
Circle St Croix Island as thousands of penguins waddle across the rocks, and Cape gannets dive-bomb the waters around you in spectacular feeding frenzies. On the return journey, dolphins often surf the boat's bow wave, creating magical photo opportunities.
Cinematic Timeline
Board the eco-friendly vessel at the harbour and meet your marine guide for the morning briefing.
Board the eco-friendly vessel at the harbour and meet your marine guide for the morning briefing.
Cruise to the penguin colony island, observing thousands of African penguins in their natural habitat from the boat.
Cruise to the penguin colony island, observing thousands of African penguins in their natural habitat from the boat.
Continue along the coast looking for whales, dolphins, Cape fur seals, and various seabird species.
Continue along the coast looking for whales, dolphins, Cape fur seals, and various seabird species.
Head back to harbour with time for final photos and a warm drink on board.
Head back to harbour with time for final photos and a warm drink on board.
3 Experiences · 2h 55m Journey
8:00 AM departure · 10:55 AM return · Every moment accounted for
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Yes. Port Elizabeth is a well-established tourism area with excellent safety records. Our guides have 10+ years of experience and all vehicles are fully insured. Over 14,000 guests have travelled with Ingwe Africa Safaris.
The price covers 2-hour guided boat cruise, marine biologist guide, life jackets, complimentary refreshments. Not included: hotel transfers (available on request), gratuities. Hotel pick-up and drop-off is complimentary.
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