Cape Town Catamaran Cruise: Green Point Lighthouse Atlantic Coast
An hour on the Atlantic with Table Mountain rising behind the boat.
A one-hour catamaran cruise departs from Cape Town's V&A Waterfront, sails to the historic Green Point lighthouse, and returns along the Atlantic coastline. You watch the city and Table Mountain from the water while a live English-speaking guide points out the wildlife: Cape fur seals, dolphins, whales, penguins and seabirds are all possible, though never guaranteed. The boat holds small groups and the pace is relaxed.
Step-by-step itinerary
One hour coastal catamaran cruise
- Board catamaran at V&A Waterfront
- Cruise to Green Point lighthouse
- View Cape Town and Table Mountain
- Spot marine wildlife and seabirds
- Return to V&A Waterfront
What’s included
- All fees and taxes are included.
- a live English-speaking guide narrates the cruise.
Times
- Monday 09:30 11:30 13:30 16:30 16:45 17:00 17:15
- Tuesday to Thursday 09:30 11:30 13:30 16:30 16:45 17:15
- Friday and Saturday 09:30 11:30 13:30 16:45 17:15
- Sunday 09:30 11:30 13:30 16:45 17:00 17:15
Before you book
Operated by Waterfront Charters
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The experience
The cruise leaves from the V&A Waterfront, one of Cape Town's main hubs, so you don't need a car to get there. You board a catamaran for a one-hour round trip that takes you out along the Atlantic coast to the historic Green Point lighthouse and back. The boat is built for this stretch of water: stable enough that even travelers who don't spend much time on the ocean find it manageable, though the operator does ask that you have at least a moderate level of fitness and check in 15 minutes before departure to collect your boarding pass.
What makes the hour worthwhile is the perspective. From the water, Table Mountain and the city skyline look entirely different than they do from land. The guide narrates in English and points out whatever wildlife appears: Cape fur seals haul out on the rocks, dolphins move through the swells, and depending on the season, whales and penguins show up. Sunfish, orcas and a variety of seabirds are all in the realm of possibility. The operator is clear that sightings are never guaranteed, but there is usually a good chance of seeing something.
All fees and taxes are included in the price. Food and drinks are not, so bring what you want or plan to eat at the Waterfront before or after. If the primary boat becomes unavailable, the operator will use an alternative vessel to run the cruise.
Is this one for you?The V&A Waterfront departure means you can reach the boat by public transport or on foot if you are staying nearby, so you do not need to arrange a car or a transfer to join the cruise.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 17 years); Infant (under 5): free.
What wildlife might I see on the Cape Town catamaran cruise?
Cape fur seals, dolphins, whales, penguins, sunfish, seabirds and occasionally orcas all inhabit these waters. Sightings depend on the season and conditions, so they are never guaranteed, but there is usually a good chance of spotting at least some of them during the hour.
Where does the catamaran depart from in Cape Town?
The cruise leaves from the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town's main harbor and shopping district. You can reach it by public transport, and check-in happens at the booking office 15 minutes before the boat departs.
How long is the cruise and what does the route cover?
The cruise runs for one hour and travels from the V&A Waterfront out to the historic Green Point lighthouse and back along the Atlantic coastline. You spend the entire time on the water with views of Table Mountain and the city.
Is the catamaran suitable if I don't have much experience on boats?
The operator asks that you have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The boat is a catamaran designed for these waters, so it is stable, but it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or if you are pregnant.
Cape Town Catamaran Cruise: Green Point Lighthouse Atlantic Coast
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