Marine Eco Safari
Overview
Our knowledgeable guides, in game viewer vehicles equipped with the correct equipment, are ready to delight and enrich you with experiences that you will never forget, in a part of Africa where time has stood still.
With its mild, malaria-free climate, Cape Recife is the ideal place for a last sunset with cocktails and a late evening walk on the beach as you round off a memorable visit to this beautiful part of our country.
Inclusions
- Snacks - Game Drive Snacks
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
What to expect
A land-based trip off the pristine, rugged Eastern Cape coastline brings guests close to whales year-round. The area is also known as the bottlenose dolphin capital of the world. This is one of the region's prime birding destinations where a number of pelagic, freshwater, coastal and bush bird species may be spotted. Activities include guided drives, hikes, birding, botanical, historical, lighthouse and marine explorations.
If you are fortunate to be here at the right time of year – generally between May and July - the sardine run is a phenomenal natural annual event that has been rightly called the ‘greatest show on Earth’ the marine equivalent to the mass wildebeest migration in East Africa. For a few weeks, the ocean boils with the frenzied action of billions of sardines (sardinops sagax) migrating northwards along the eastern coastline, attracting abundant marine predators and birds in their wake. Shoals can reach 7km in length, 1.5 km wide and a depth of up to 30 meters. To be present during this time is truly one of the most spectacular wildlife sights on the planet. But any time of the year offers its own special sightings in this species-rich marine paradise.
Stop At:
• Cape Recife Nature Reserve, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth South Africa
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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So awesome to experience this Safari with a knowledgeable nature loving guide, Roger. The best part, except for the HISTORY and BEAUTIFUL view on top was to hear about the intelligent plan to use sewerage water for plant growth, which establish the dunes. All & all very knowledgeable. Cold wi...
So awesome to experience this Safari with a knowledgeable nature loving guide, Roger. The best part, except for the HISTORY and BEAUTIFUL view on top was to hear about the intelligent plan to use sewerage water for plant growth, which establish the dunes. All & all very knowledgeable. Cold wind. Dress warm.What a beautiful part of the country. The flora is incredibly diverse and stunning alongside the ocean. I definitely recommend it for photographers as it makes a ideal sunset shot. As a keen birder It was nice to walk alongside the ocean spotting new birds to my life-list. The African Oystercatch...
What a beautiful part of the country. The flora is incredibly diverse and stunning alongside the ocean. I definitely recommend it for photographers as it makes a ideal sunset shot. As a keen birder It was nice to walk alongside the ocean spotting new birds to my life-list. The African Oystercatchers was my favourite ! The ultimate highlight was to be close to my first ever lighthouse. The guide was also very knowledgeable and entertaining. I had an amazing time there and would definitely recommend it to anyone especially someone keen for some adventureWhat a fantastic Marine Safari with Guide Mervyn. Very informative and the G&T’s was an absolute highlight- highly recommended!!
What a fantastic Marine Safari with Guide Mervyn. Very informative and the G&T’s was an absolute highlight- highly recommended!!Amazing view, lovely beach walks. If you are as lucky as we were you might see a few dolphins. Great braai area, everything you need is there. I would 100% recommend the lighthouse for a weekend get away. 10/10!
Amazing view, lovely beach walks. If you are as lucky as we were you might see a few dolphins. Great braai area, everything you need is there. I would 100% recommend the lighthouse for a weekend get away. 10/10!The experience so close up in nature with a qualified guide sharing his knowledge with us! So much to learn and enjoy in nature..sunrise- close to town.
The experience so close up in nature with a qualified guide sharing his knowledge with us! So much to learn and enjoy in nature..sunrise- close to town.I had the most amazing time at the lighthouse! The accommodation was super clean, cozy, and had a stylish touch that made it feel like a home away from home. Having a braai inside with the best view made the experience even better. The view was simply breathtaking and easily my favourite part of ...
I had the most amazing time at the lighthouse! The accommodation was super clean, cozy, and had a stylish touch that made it feel like a home away from home. Having a braai inside with the best view made the experience even better. The view was simply breathtaking and easily my favourite part of the whole trip. I would love to go back and do it all over again! 🏖️🌅