Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape Town
Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape Town
Duiker Island, located off the coast of Hout Bay in Cape Town, is a small (77 metre by 95 metre) but significant island renowned for its vibrant wildlife and natural beauty. The island is situated in the Atlantic Ocean and is particularly famous for its large population of Cape fur seals. These seals can be seen basking on the rocky shores or swimming in the surrounding waters, making Duiker Island a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. The island's rugged terrain and surrounding marine environment contribute to its unique and picturesque character.
Accessible by Boat: Duiker Island is accessible by boat from Hout Bay, and several tour operators offer trips to the island, providing visitors with the opportunity to observe the seals up close and explore the natural surroundings. The boat tours typically include informative commentary about the island's wildlife and conservation efforts. The surrounding waters of Duiker Island are also a popular spot for marine activities such as kayaking and diving, allowing visitors to experience the vibrant marine life and stunning underwater landscapes.
Interesting Facts about Duiker Island:
1. Seal Colony: Duiker Island is home to one of the largest Cape fur seal colonies in South Africa. The seals use the island as a resting and breeding ground, and their population can number in the thousands.
2. Protected Area: The island and its surrounding waters are part of the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area, which helps to conserve the natural habitats and marine life in the region.
3. Tourist Attraction: The island is a popular attraction for tourists visiting Cape Town, offering a unique opportunity to see Cape fur seals in their natural habitat and enjoy scenic boat trips from Hout Bay.
Accommodation Near Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape Town
Villa Tranquility Hout Bay
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Hout Bay
2.9km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownTranquility Luxury Villa offers self catering accommodation in a good area of Cape Town's Hout Bay and close to Hout Bay beachfront (5 minutes walk), shops and restaurants. This lovely spacious Villa (sleeps 9) has all you need for the perfect holiday... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
The Gables
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Hout Bay
2.9km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownThe Gables is a luxury self-catering villa, homely decorated with Colonial and African influences, consists of 5 spacious bedrooms (sleeps 11), 2 lounges with French doors leading onto the garden with sparkling pool and Jacuzzi, 2 fully equipped kitchens …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Bayview Mountain Sea-facing Cottages
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Hout Bay
4.4km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownBayview Mountain Sea-facing Cottages in Hout Bay are quietly nestled against the forest, on the slopes of the "Skoorsteenkop Mountain" in the desirable Scott Estate area, where the clean mountain air and ocean breezes combine to... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Dreamhouse
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Hout Bay
4.6km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownMajestically perched above the Hout Bay Valley in Cape Town, Dreamhouse Guest House is a calm oasis from which to enjoy your stay in Cape Town. Each of the 12 beautifully appointed accommodation options offers privacy, comfort and attention to... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Karrad Guest Lodge
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Hout Bay
4.8km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownKarrad Guest Lodge provides self catering accommodation in Hout Bay, Cape Town. One bedroom, two bedroom or a three bedroomed cottage at reasonable rates. Lovely pastoral setting with mountain views. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Waterland Lodge
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Hout Bay
7.6km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownWaterland Lodge provides self catering accommodation in Hout Bay, Cape Town. We have 7 self catering cottages to choose from to to ensure a great stay in Hout Bay. Lush river banks, mountain forests and a central location set amongst Hout Bay's... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Buhle
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Kommetjie
8.5km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownA fantastic 3-bedroom home directly located on a vlei at Imhoff's Gift in Kommetjie, only minutes away from Long Beach and Noordhoek Beach. We call the house "BUHLE" which means "beautiful house" in Xhosa - and it is truly... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Plotsklaps Self Catering Cottage
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Tokai
9.1km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownPlotsklaps offers self catering cottage accommodation in Tokai, Cape Town. A superb family home situated on the slopes of Constantiaberg Mountains bordering Tokai Forests, wine producing vineyards and magnificent golf courses, and mountain walks. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
African Violet
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Cape Town
9.9km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownSelf Catering Villas with uninterrupted views overlooking Noordhoek Valley to the Atlantic Ocean, offer privacy and comfort in a contemporary African setting. Bask in the African sun at the pool. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Tobago Heights
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Capri Village
10.3km from Duiker Island (Seal Island) - Hout Bay, Cape TownTobago Heights is a 2 bedroom self catering apartment (sleeps 4) in the Capri Village area looking down the Noordhoek Valley, stretching to Noordhoek’s 7km beach of white sand and to Chapmans Peak Mountain. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
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