The Seal Snorkeling EXPERTS! Operating since 2009, Animal Ocean have become known as the Seal Snorkeling specialists in Cape Town and have been the TOP rated TripAdvisor activity in Hout Bay for many years! Snorkel with Cape Fur seals at Duiker Island in Hout Bay, Cape Town. Interact with these incredible creatures in their natural environment, surrounded by picturesque mountain and ocean landscapes. Snorkeling at the Duiker Island Cape Fur seal colony offers an intimate wildlife experience like no other! This 2.5 hour adventure activity includes all equipment, transfer from our Snorkel Centre to the Hout Bay Harbour, boat ride, Skipper, 2 Marine Guides, safety briefing, on-board refreshments as well as use of all Animal Ocean facilities. Have a hot shower before moving on to your next activity, enjoy the privacy of personal changing cubicles, plan the rest of your trip with free WiFi and enjoy complimentary tea and coffee while relaxing in our comfortable lounge and sun filled garden!
Posted By : Jimski1
This was just a fantastic experience! The team was well organised, punctual, friendly and very professional. The equipment was nearly new and well fitting which is important in relatively chilly water. Swimming with the seals has been on my bucket list for years. As a diving instructor who has dived with all manner of marine life I left with a huge smile on my face. Thank you to Capt. Rob the team! Loved it.
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Posted On : 2024-01-06 11:26:21 
Posted By : Explore41294925184
Went for my 2nd seal snorkel with Animal Ocean today because it was THAT good!! The staff are passionate and professional, the facilities were great. Love the touch of the hot water straight after the snorkel, thanks guys! The seal shop is also great, such cute curios
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Posted On : 2024-01-03 13:11:55
Posted By : byronm136
Was definitely a must do experience, the crew where friendly and extremely informative, this was a all rounder, had alot of fun
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Posted On : 2023-12-30 10:38:19
Posted By : John_P
A good trip although I personally found the the extra buoyancy of the wet suits difficult to deal with. staff/guides were very helpful.. Everyone enjoyed the experience, The bonus was seeing a huge elephant seal.
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Posted On : 2023-11-17 12:28:08 
Posted By : Camper34728546086
Best experience! We saw so many seals in the wild from so closeby. Everything was managed so well; from the sea mobile (car) to the harbour, the boat, all equipment to also keep you warm and the kind and cautious personell. Would highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2023-11-16 02:48:07
Posted By : Travel720888
Had an amazing time, we got lucky with calm waters and great visibility. The team
Were super informative and friendly! 10/10experience
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Posted On : 2023-11-15 13:37:02
Posted By : robertvH487OP
Nice experience. Terrible crew. Especially Jamie, she was very unkind. The seals were very funny. We saw a sea elephant.
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Posted On : 2023-11-10 15:58:49
Posted By : andriessensb
Water was cold but gear is ok to protect enough.
Small boat so be prepared for possible rough sea. Snorkeling is done in calmer water protected by a wonderful wall of algae. Seals can be very active or quite lazy so you have to have a bit of luck.
The price is reasonable and the organisation is professional.
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Posted On : 2023-11-10 07:27:30
Posted By : Sunshine543307
A transcendent experience is what my daughter said. A rare addition of a pod of dolphins, on the way to the seals, was an unexpected wonder! Swim with the seals! It was unbelievable. Staff was top notch! Equipment and gear were clean and of high quality! Recommend this adventure 100%
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Posted On : 2023-10-30 21:32:08
Posted By : Kmsfsu76
What a fun afternoon spent snorkeling with seals. They are adorable and it almost felt like they were putting on a show for us! Animal Ocean was a great company and very helpful. So glad we were able to fit this into our schedule!!
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Posted On : 2023-10-24 06:03:31
