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Gansbaai

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Shark Diving · Scuba & Snorkeling · Water Sports
Nature lovers will enjoy a holiday in Gansbaai, a fishing village and tourism haven notable for its diverse marine life and numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. Many visitors take a trip to Gansbaai for a chance to cage-dive among great white sharks or spend time on whale-watching tours. On vacation in Gansbaai, you can discover picturesque beaches and delicious seafood, or explore the panoramic viewpoints and unique regional vegetation on numerous nature trails. Use our South Africa online holiday planner to arrange your visit to Gansbaai and any other destinations in South Africa that take your fancy.
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Top Gansbaai tours

FROM $122 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape Agulhas Private Tour
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Shark Diving
Shark Diving
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Duration: 4 hours
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Boat Tour
Boat Tours & Water Sports
4.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Scuba / Snorkeling
Scuba & Snorkeling
2.8
Duration: 8 hours
Nature / Park
African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Gansbaai

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Shark Diving
Shark Diving Kleinbaai
4.0
Duration: 4 hours
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Nature / Park
Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary Stanford
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Historic Walking Area
Cape Agulhas - Southernmost Tip of Africa Cape Agulhas
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Duration: 2h 30 min
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National Park
Bontebok National Park Swellendam
3.4
Duration: 8 hours

Featured attractions

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Eco Tour
Ivanhoe Sea Safaris
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Hiking Trail
De Hoop Nature Reserve Whale Trail De Hoop Nature Reserve
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Duration: 2h 30 min
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History Museum
Drostdy Museum Swellendam
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Duration: 1 hour
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Lighthouse
Cape Agulhas Lighthouse L'Agulhas
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Duration: 2h 30 min

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Varied options are at your disposal for an overnight stay in Gansbaai, ranging from luxurious establishments to budget-friendly lodgings. If you're looking to be pampered on your vacation, opt for a deluxe lodge or a stylish guesthouse with scenic ocean views. Mid-range and affordable accommodations are in abundance and include cozy bed and breakfasts, rental holiday homes, and campsites.
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