SOUTH AFRICA · BOAT TRIPS IN PORT ELIZABETH (GQEBERHA)

The 9 Boat Trips in Port Elizabeth That Earn Their Place on the Itinerary

9 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.7 average  ·  from $18

South Africa is a long country and most trips get one shot at each region. These 9 boat trips in Port Elizabeth are compared on price, on how long the driving takes and on who each one actually suits.

Whale, Dolphin & Penguin Island Cruise - Humpback whales from June through early December
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Whale, Dolphin & Penguin Island Cruise

1.Whale, Dolphin & Penguin Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 687 reviews · from $185Our pick

Review of Port Elizabeth’s small-group whale, dolphin, and penguin cruise, with wildlife seasons, price, conservation, logistics, and booking advice.

“We were in a small group on the boat and were lucky enough to see a pod of 200 dolphins, penguins hunting for fish and some seals sunbathing. The team really care about the wildlife and spent time explaining to us the different animal behaviRead more”

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Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River - What the 90 to 150 minutes feels like
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Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River

Port Elizabeth: Sandboarding with Short Boat Trip - Starting at A Taste of Africa
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Port Elizabeth: Sandboarding with Short Boat Trip

3.Sandboarding with Short Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 62 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $42

Sandboard South Africa’s Alexandria Dunes after a scenic Sundays River boat ride, with beginner lessons, boards, and flexible 2 or 3 hour tours.

“We loved every minute of it Super easy even if you’ve never done this before and Adam was fantastic in explaining what to do.”

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Shore Excursion Cruise Ships Port Elizabeth, Addo Elephant Park - The south entrance: from check-in to the first animals
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Shore Excursion Cruise Ships Port Elizabeth, Addo Elephant Park

Gqeberha: 30 MINUTE HARBOUR CRUISE - Starting at Nelson Mandela Bay Yacht Club
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Gqeberha: 30 MINUTE HARBOUR CRUISE

5.30 MINUTE HARBOUR CRUISE

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 8 reviews · 1 day · from $18Best value

See Port Elizabeth harbour from the water on a 30-minute cruise with a guide, ship insights, friendly service, and small-group value.

“The kids enjoyed it. Though I thought it will go around the beach but it was good value for money.”

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Addo Elephant National Park and Sunset River Cruise - FD04 - The 7:30 am start and long game-drive section
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Addo Elephant National Park and Sunset River Cruise – FD04

Sandboarding with a Short Boat Trip - Reaching the Alexandria Dune field
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Sandboarding with a Short Boat Trip

8.Sandboarding with a Short Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $0

Ride a boat to South Africa’s Alexandria Dune field, learn sandboarding from a patient guide, and enjoy a lively three-hour outdoor adventure.

“Great little tour operation! We were the only ones on our trip! Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. He was very patient and kind and ensured that I had a great time! He even modified things for me since my knees don't bend that well! I had a blast and felt so accomRead more”

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River Cruise along the Sundays River - The Sundays River Mouth and Beach Stop
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River Cruise along the Sundays River

9.River Cruise along the Sundays River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $41

Cruise the Sundays River from Port Elizabeth for birdlife, dune views, a beach stop, and a peaceful 2.5-hour outing.

“I was the only passenger. Had plenty of time to take photos and walk the dunes. Alex the guide very informative and manouvered the boat to get good photos of birds.”

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