- Address: South Africa, 170 km from Cape Town, Dyer Island
- Official website: http://boatcompany.co.za/i_sealisland.html
The island of fur seals is one of the most popular natural attractions of the South African Republic . The island is a small patch of land where about 70,000 animals manage to get along - nice, kind and even funny. It is not surprising that tours and cruises are organized here.
Comfortable living conditions for seals
The island of fur seals, located 170 km from Cape Town , near the Cape of Good Hope , is a small land area. The island itself is not distinguished by special natural delights, however the number of these lovely representatives of the animal kingdom, which together form a real colony, is really impressive. Unfortunately, white sharks hunted around, do not consider themselves to be their admirers and are more likely to be considered dinner than as harmless neighbors.
Earlier, seals were also mercilessly exterminated by fans of their unique fur, but after the official ban, their population began to grow, and now the "islanders" feel absolutely comfortable, without fearing people and allowing themselves to take pictures from any angle.
Who are the fur seals?
Seals belong to the family of pinnipeds of mammals, they have a short neck and a small head, and limbs have the form of fins. The ears are very tiny and at first glance they can not even be noticed. Fur, usually brown or black color. Males are much larger and heavier than females, so it is not difficult to distinguish them. On the coast they spend most of their time, although they hunt in the water, where they can even sleep.
Due to the streamlined body, seals quickly move in the water, although on land they seem somewhat clumsy. In addition, these representatives of the family of pinnipeds, according to scientists, have a very high intelligence.
How to get there?
Boats in the direction of the Island of fur seals, located 16 km from the coast, depart from the pier of Fasle Bay and throughout the journey passengers feel the cold breath of the Atlantic. However, the impressions of the visit to the island, can brighten any roughness of the long road. Swiming to it is recommended to sit on the left side of the floating facility, because from there it is easier to see the local inhabitants and make good photos.
In addition to seals, during the period from July to November, in the waters of the Atlantic coast of South Africa you can observe the southern whales. Traveling to the Island of fur seals can give a lot of pleasant impressions and definitely worth the money spent on it.
The island of fur seals is located 16 km from the shore, the boats start from Simons Town. The cost of the cruise is $ 30 for an adult and $ 20 for a child under 12 years old. Remember that when taking seats in a boat, it is better to sit on the port side to get a closer look at the inhabitants of the island.
Fans of extreme relaxation are offered dives to the great white sharks in a steel cage.
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