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.

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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: Check availability to see starting times.
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Host or greeter: Afrikaans, Chinese, German, English, French, Dutch, Spanish, Turkish, Zulu, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian
Audio guide included: English, Afrikaans, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Zulu, Italian

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
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

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Meeting point

Cape Town Aquarium 1, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

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Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 65 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.7/5
Transportation
4.7/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Safety
4.8/5

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We had fun at a low price, we will surely revisit the place. The man who printed the tickets for us was very friendly, patient and kind and supportive because I booked and paid online but when I got there couldn't find my voucher but he was there to assist, he is indeed the face of the Company Best Regards Sharon

January 30, 2021

The boat ride was awesome but the coordinators were extremely disorganised and the booking system is terrible. One should be able to choose times of preferred riding and once it's fully booked other people should not be able to book. The manual recording of who rides first etc. was chaotic to a point where customers were very frustrated with the coordinators. People who came after others wanted to ride first

January 4, 2020

Got the full history of the V&A Harbour with clear voice sound helpful staff and peaceful passengers. Very nice experience for beginners

June 17, 2021

V&A Waterfront: Seal & Harbour Cruise

V&A Waterfront: Seal & Harbour Cruise

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