Discover the resident seals and international ships visiting the shores of South Africa. Hop aboard a harbour cruiseship to see the city in a new light and learn more about Cape Town's proud nautical history.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 30 minutes
- Instant confirmation
- Host or greeter
- Afrikaans, Chinese, German, English, French, Dutch, Spanish, Turkish, Zulu, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian
- Audio guide
- English, Afrikaans, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Zulu, Italian
Experience
Highlights
- Learn about the Cape Fur seal and have your camera ready to snap photos
- Cruise the V&A Waterfront, the oldest working harbour in South Africa
- Enjoy a fun and family-friendly cruise with departures every 20 minutes
- View the SAS Somerset boom defence vessel, the Bascule Bridge, and other intriguing attractions
Full description
Departing from the jetty outside the Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront, the Waterfront Harbour Cruise puts Cape Town’s bustling harbour in the spotlight. Expect to see key attractions including icons of maritime history as well as epic views of the city’s natural landscape.
Highlights include the SAS Somerset, the only remaining boom defence vessel in the world, and the southern hemisphere’s largest synchro-lift and only drawbridge, the Bascule Bridge. The cruise also includes views of Table Mountain, the Nelson Mandela Gateway, Chavonnes Battery Museum and the well-known Clock Tower.
Of course, experiencing the bustling waterways of Cape Town from a boat is a highlight itself, and this cruise offers a perspective of the city that no other tour can offer.
Includes
- Commentary in a choice of 16 languages
- Headsets to hear the tour guide clearly
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Participants
Date
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Meeting point
Cape Town Aquarium 1, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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