Get Involved in Marine Conservation by Being a Volunteer with Raggy Charters
For those wanting to experience South Africa’s marine life up close while contributing to its protection, Raggy Charters is offering a unique international volunteering experience where marine conservation meets wildlife encounters, environmental education, eco-tourism and cultural exchange. Marine Conservation in Algoa Bay Based in Port Elizabeth, also known as Algoa Bay, Raggy Charters has been offering guided boat-based tours for over thirty years. Today, they are recognised as one of the […]
Boating Activities on the Garden Route
Stretching along South Africa’s southern coastline between Mossel Bay and Storms River, the Garden Route forms one of the country’s most scenic and ecologically diverse coastal regions. This area is influenced by the Indian Ocean and the Agulhas Current, but its marine conditions differ from those further north. Along the Garden Route, its continental shelf is wide, so the warm Agulhas Current […]
Top Boating Activities in Durban
The coastal city of Durban lies along South Africa’s eastern coastline, stretching beside the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Its shoreline is defined by sandy beaches, rolling surf, and a climate that encourages marine activity throughout the year. One of the most vital aspects to these conditions is the Agulhas Current, a powerful ocean current that shapes the city’s marine environment and supports a […]
Top Boating Activities and Marine Attractions in Cape Town
The city of Cape Town sits at the southwestern tip of Africa, where its coastlines meet the Atlantic Ocean and the Benguela Current. This unique location shapes the city’s climate, seascapes, and marine conditions, supporting a wide range of boating activities, including scenic cruises, wildlife tours, and guided marine excursions that operate throughout the year. The Benguela […]
Top Boating Trips for Kids
Author: Morgan Cadle When people think of South Africa, the main image that comes to mind is a safari, but large and vibrant plains are not the only adventure our country can offer. We are a coastal country with so many opportunities to view memorizing marine wildlife such as the massive sperm whale, the adorable […]
The African Penguin
Author: Morgan Cadle What to Expect of the African Penguin in South Africa Southern Africa offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to encounter African Penguins in their natural habitat. Visitors can explore protected areas and islands where their colonies thrive, such as Boulders Beach near Cape Town, which is famous for its accessible penguin viewing boardwalks. The […]
The Great White Shark
Author: Morgan Cadle What to Expect of the Great White Shark in South Africa The water around South Africa is one of the world’s prime locations for observing Great White Sharks. They are commonly spotted from May to October which coincides with the aggregation of seals, which in one of their primary food sources. They […]
The Cape Fur Seal
Author: Morgan Cadle What to Expect of the Cape Fur Seal in South Africa The Cape Fur Seal can be seen along coastlines in Namibia and South Africa throughout the year, but more so during breeding season from October to December. When in breeding areas, they engage in a range of activities including mating, calving, […]
The Humpback Dolphin
Author: Morgan Cadle What to Expect of the Humpback Dolphin in South Africa In Southern Africa, these dolphins can be found along the coasts of countries such as South Africa, Mozambique, and Namibia. These regions offer the dolphins a range of diverse marine habitats, including sandy beaches, rocky shorelines, and estuaries. Each of these habitats […]
The Bottlenose Dolphin
Author: Morgan Cadle What to Expect of the Bottlenose Dolphin in South Africa In Southern Africa, the Bottlenose Dolphin is a major draw for wildlife enthusiasts. Specific spots where they can be spotted in South Africa include the coasts of Plettenberg Bay, Wilderness (in the Garden Route), Jeffreys Bay, Durban, and Sodwana Bay. While standing […]
