Southern right whales are to be found in cape town and along the garden route to plettenberg bay where large concentrations of bottlenose dolphins may also. Knysna lies between the outeniqua mountains and the indian ocean, with stunning forests surrounding. It is also a good whale watching destination in south africa. We show you the expansive estuary and then head into the knysna heads where you are able to see the impressive sandstone cliffs, the ancient caves and outcrops of this famous landmark.
Our estuary consists of fascinating birdlife and compelling history. Dominated by its beautiful lagoon and the spectacular knysna heads, which guard it from the sea, makes knysna is an attractive seaside town. Luxury golf villa on pezula golf estate villa for rent. Ocean odysseys marine eco tour serves to highlight both the geological characteristics and the biodiversity of knysnas estuarine and marine environment. Ocean odyssey knysna 2020 all you need to know before. Whether its an entertaining and informative boat tour or a relaxing sunset dinner cruise, these are the best knysna cruises around. Ocean odyssey whale watching provides magnificent whale watching opportunities in the garden route. Ecomarine boat tour knysna, south africa getyourguide. With captain rick scott and his experienced crew, you are guaranteed the best fishing experience in southern california. Set sail on your destinations toprated boat tours and cruises. So if you want a truly remarkable whale watching encounter, this is the only option. Knysna is one of south africas premier whale watching destinations, its indigo depths teeming with hundreds of migrating whales, and ocean odyssey is the only close encounter whale watching permit holder for the greater knysna area.
From lahaina harbor, whale watch cruises are usually offered on the ocean discovery. Lets get up close and personal with these majestic giants that inhabit our vast and pristine indian ocean. Ocean odyssey s heads adventure serves to highlight both the geological characteristics and the biodiversity of knysna s estuarine and marine environment. Extending from stillbay to storms river and the tsitsikamma nature reserve, the garden route describes a beautiful and varied coastal plain the coastline is a paradise of fynbos dunes and halfheart bays bordered by plunging shoreline cliffs.
Each year, certain species of whale migrate to the ocean waters of the western cape. As the official whale watching permit holder, we can get closer to these aweinspiring ocean creatures than anyone else. The other companies that are close by are ocean safaris and ocean blue in plettenberg bay plett is a 20min. This is done when the whale dives down and then swims in a spiral while releasing air from the blowholes. Knysna s sheer beauty attracts an extensive amount of local and international tourists. We have something to make the perfect vacation for everyone. In the event of a cancellation by ocean odyssey management, a full refund will be given on the amount paid or refunded to the booking agent. Ocean odyssey, offering close encounter whale watching and marine eco tours, is passionate about showcasing knysna s natural assets. Discover your home at the coast at ocean odyssey, youll find central oregon coast vacation rentals, many featuring beautiful oceanfront views. Ocean odyssey whale watching in knysna where is the best place to watch whales and dolphins in knysna. Ocean odyssey we are passionate about showcasing knysnas natural assets.
Ocean odyssey knysna 2020 all you need to know before you. Things to do in knysna ocean odyssey whale watching in. Only in new york can you escape from the jaws of a 50foot humpback whale, laugh through a twisting kelp forest maze, play with mischievous sea lions, and much more all without getting wet. Whale watching, marine ecotours, boat tours in knysna, garden. Luxury golf villa on pezula golf estate villa for rent, knysna. The ocean odyssey is your ticket to fishing excitement. Knysna boat trips ocean odyssey boat charters in knysna.
Their highly competent skippers possess indepth knowledge of this dynamic marine environment, ensuring an enlightening experience. Toothed whales odontoceti are predators eating a variety of marine wildlife, whereas baleen whales mysticeti have a filter called a baleen used to sieve tiny food particles from the water scientists estimate that during. Oregon coast vacation rentals featuring beautiful oceanfront and ocean view homes and cottages in yachats, waldport, south beach, and florence. Pacific whale foundation whale watch lahaina or maalaea. Electric fireplace, queen sofa sleeper, 4k flat screen 55 roku tv, blu ray player and plenty of games. Approaching a whale requires incredible skill and understanding of the.
Hermanus, the whale capital, was ranked in the top 12 whale watching locations in the world by the world wildlife fund. Located in the popular bayshore community in waldport, this home truly has something for everyone in the family. Yes i know you ask this question all the time and i can tell you that ocean odyssey is the only permitted based company in knysna. At the circle, look for parking on the right we are directly opposite the true beaked whale sculpture. Our close encounter, boatbased whale watching tours and marine ecotours are perfect activities to. The show is set in the near future, and focuses on an unusual girl named neri who lives alone on an island, and the friendships she develops with the inhabitants of an underwater research facility called orca. These migratory mammals, southern right and humpback whales, grace us with their presence from june to november annually showing off their acrobatic skills. At ocean odyssey, youll find central oregon coast vacation rentals, many featuring beautiful oceanfront views. Engineering interact is free, interactive, science courseware for 911 year olds, developed by the univeristy of cambridge department of engineering. We will continue to seek guidance from these agencies, public health officials and government agencies on an ongoing basis. Tours include various historical and cultural anecdotal tales of the area as well as information about the wonderful web of life that exists above and beneath the surface of this watery world. Jan 15, 2016 our close encounter, boatbased whale watching tours and marine ecotours are perfect activities to add to any itinerary in knysna. These migratory mammals, southern right and humpback whales, grace us with their presence from june to november annually showing off their acrobatic skills while nurturing their young. The professional team at ocean blue are ready to help.
This is the ideal experience for local visitors and international tourists. Take n2 to knysna, 3rd traffic light left waterfront drive follow till next traffic light, left again onto long street and continue onto thesen harbour town. This is for a specific reason, and a very important one. The breathtaking garden route setting provides us with the ideal platform from which to introduce visitors to our rich aquatic heritage, our iconic estuary and adjacent coastline. Observing whales in their natural environment leaves a feelgood mark on the soul. Our close encounter, boatbased whale watching tours and marine ecotours are perfect. Ocean odyssey offers unforgettable marine adventures. Our close encounter, boatbased whale watching tours and marine ecotours are perfect activities to add to any itinerary in knysna. The whale gets in the centre of the bubble to eat the trapped prey.
South africa is considered one of the best destinations worldwide for watching marine mammals, whether from boats or land, with spectacular annual visits from southern right and humpback whales and enormous pods of dolphins yearround. Knysna whale watching close encounter june nov knysna back to service service terms and conditions. Best time for whale watching in south africa rhino africa. Our top suggested activity would be to explore the keurbooms river, with a 5km navigable stretch of water that winds its way into dense indigenous forest. Ocean odyssey, an unforgettable immersive adventure in the heart of times square. Check out our list of mustdo water activities in knysna. There are two power cats, the ocean odyssey and the oyster catcher, and both are built to hit the ocean and approach the whales safely and unobtrusively, giving the passengers the best possible views while not stressing or endangering the gentle marine giants. This whale watching tour of the garden route is specifically designed for the whale and dolphin enthusiast. Ocean odyssey, offering close encounter whale watching and marine eco tours, is passionate about showcasing knysnas natural assets.
Garden route whale watching tour 7 x nights oceans. Most vessels are spacious doubledeck, ecofriendly catamarans. Extra large deck area with sundeck trampoline areas on bow. Ocean odyssey, knysnas only official close encounter whale watching permit holder, is passionate about showcasing and creating awareness about these gentle giants of the deep. Ocean odyssey, an immersive entertainment adventure in the heart of times square. We have a fleet of nine vessels providing award winning ecocruises from maui, hawaii. The ocean odyssey, ocean voyager, and ocean liberty usually run out of maalaea harbor. We are passionate about showcasing knysnas natural assets. Online ordering only once you have submitted your order, we will contact you with regards to the cost of shipping and available payment methods for your order. Several humpbacks can come up through the bubble net at one time to feed. This firstofitskind immersive entertainment experience uses groundbreaking technology to take you on a journey into the ocean. Mar 05, 2020 ocean odyssey s marine eco tour serves to highlight both the geological characteristics and the biodiversity of knysna s estuarine and marine environment.
This captivating place is a unique marine protected area inhabited by 43% of south africas plant and animal life. Ocean odyssey is owned by sandy grivetto since 1995. We offer three daily departures and a fleet of ocean going vessels. Charter the ocean odyssey ocean odyssey sportfishing. Knysna is blessed with prolific wonders of nature and boasts an estuary which unites with an ocean spectacularly rich in life. Contact us ocean odyssey whale watching, marine eco. Pacific whale foundations leadership team is closely monitoring updates from the center for disease control and the world health organization regarding covid19. Ocean girl titled ocean odyssey in the uk is an australian science fiction tv series aimed for family audiences and starring marzena godecki as the lead character. Southern right whales migrate annually from their icy feeding grounds off. Found in all the oceans of the world, whales are members of the cetacea order of marine mammals, which also includes dolphins and porpoises. Fiberglass composite hull with noise reduction features to protect sound sensitive whales and dolphins.
Listen to the surf and enjoy the beautiful views of the pacific ocean right from the deck. Available from august to november the tour offers fantastic boat and land based, whale watching opportunities. The show is set in the near future, and focuses on an unusual girl named neri who lives alone on an island, and the friendships she develops with the inhabitants of an underwater research facility called orca oceanic research. About ocean odyssey whale watching knysna activities. The blue bird cottage has 2 bedrooms plus a loft, 1.
This area extends from the western side of the robberg peninsula, to gerickes point in sedgefield. Observing whales in their natural environment leaves an indelible, feelgood mark on the soul, and knysna is one of the best places to do this. Ocean odyssey holds the only boatbased whale watching permit in knysna and, as stef told me, this is the ideal place for the activity because, while the heads the knysna estuarys mouth do pose their challenges, theyre usually passable, and, because he departs from a walkon jetty in thesen harbour town the shopping precinct on. Whale watching in knysna knysna whale watching trips. These migratory mammals, southern right and humpback whales, grace us with their presence. There is simply no other whale watching experience in knysna that can compare to this one. Knysna has so many stunning features, its indescribable. Dive into an ocean of fun at national geographic encounter. Garden route whale watching tour 7 x nights oceans africa.
Adding to her passion of the environment she has recently been certified as a registered nature site guide for marine and coastal whale watching. Marketing materials and downloads how to be a successful exhibitor upgrade. Maine whale watching with odyssey whale watch, portland, maine. Pacific whale foundation operates several whale watch vessels. Its to calve and nurse their young which makes for really special whale watching in knysna. Ocean blue adventures offers visitors to plettenberg bay, on south africas renowned garden route coastline, an opportunity to experience the best the bay has to offer whether your interest is in the prolific marine life, the spectacular landscapes or the lives of the local community. Ocean odysseys heads adventure serves to highlight both the geological characteristics and the biodiversity of knysnas estuarine and marine environment. Cancellations there will be no refunds in the event of a noshow by guests on the activity date if the booking is prepaid. Our homes are loaded with great amenities, including fully equipped kitchens, hot tubs, fireplaces and sandy beach access right at your door. Things to do in knysna ocean odyssey whale watching in knysna. Knysna close encounter whale watching tour knysna, south. Nov 02, 2017 if youve walked anywhere in new york city latelyor anywhere in its subway systemyouve seen the big posters for national geographic encounter.
The 2hr boat adventure starts and ends with an adrenelin beach launch into the sea, with 400 hp motors, we will take you to some of the best spots along the coastline. A maine whale watching adventure awaits you aboard the odyssey. Where is the best place to watch whales and dolphins in knysna. Book online for the whale watching season and get a 10 % discount. Trip duration 45 min trips need to be scheduled with our offices. If youve walked anywhere in new york city latelyor anywhere in its subway systemyouve seen the big posters for national geographic encounter. Ocean odyssey whale watching find exhibitors 2020 world. This is one of the coziest homes and best locations on the oregon coast. Watch as whales come within metres of the shores, and join in on the festivities of the annual hermanus whale festival this year held on. Enjoy the ocean air, narration and sights of casco bay as we. Whale and dolphin watching charters may be booked from plettenberg bay or knysna 40 min from plett. Castle in the sand is the perfect place to bring your family and friends to enjoy a fabulous beachfront living experience.
Join our captain as he sets course on a journey to view those majestic mammals in their own environment. In the event of a cancellation by ocean odyssey management, a full refund will be given on the. Doing this creates bubbles which form a tubular net. The blue ocean villa see video below is a modern masterpiece on one of the most prestigious golf estates is south africa the pezula golf estate which is located in the coastal town of knysna, along the beautiful lagoon and the indian ocean in the heart of the garden route in the western province of south africa.
Aug 18, 2015 ocean odyssey holds the only boatbased whale watching permit in knysna and, as stef told me, this is the ideal place for the activity because, while the heads the knysna estuarys mouth do pose their challenges, theyre usually passable, and, because he departs from a walkon jetty in thesen harbour town the shopping precinct on. In case of a weather cancellation, weather conditions are judged exclusively by the management of ocean odyssey, guests must report for the serviceactivity unless notified by ocean odyssey management. Get back to nature and marvel at the amazing rocks on the coast of south africa on a 1. Close encounter whale watching ocean odyssey knysna. Only a two hour drive from cape town, this little town is the heart of the whale route. Dominated by its beautiful lagoon and the spectacular knysna heads, which guard it from the sea, makes knysna is an.