THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Float through towering kelp and meet curious Cape fur seals on a private guided snorkel off Simon’s Town. This small-group experience combines marine ecology, local history, and GoPro memories—ideal for first-timers and experienced snorkelers alike.
Float through towering kelp and meet curious Cape fur seals on a private guided snorkel off Simon’s Town. This small-group experience combines marine ecology, local history, and GoPro memories—ideal for first-timers and experienced snorkelers alike.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Shamier - The MountainHeart Guide · Simon's Town, Western Cape
A low-slung zodiac slips away from the jetty at Simon’s Town and the False Bay coast unfurls—rocky headlands, a scattering of white beaches and the distant black shapes of seals bobbing like buoys. Within minutes you’re standing at the edge of a different world: the African Sea Forest, where towering golden kelp blades pulse in the current and sunlight cuts liquid channels through cold water.
moderate.
4 hours.
Basic swimming ability and comfortable breathing with a snorkel; moderate stamina for short surface swims and brief currents
Water temperatures in False Bay typically range from about 11–18°C (52–64°F) across the year; a 3–5mm wetsuit is recommended, especially outside late summer.
Yes—guided, private format is beginner-friendly; guides provide basic instruction, flotation devices, and choose sheltered sites when needed.
Cape fur seals are commonly seen playing near kelp; small, non-dangerous species like pajama (zebra) sharks and octopus are possible sightings under the right conditions.
Bring a towel, warm layers for after the swim, a bathing suit to wear under a wetsuit, ID, and any personal medications; cameras are often provided but you may bring your own waterproof housing.
Simon’s Town has long been a naval and fishing hub; its harbor and sea routes shaped settlement patterns and maritime trade around False Bay.
Kelp forests are sensitive to warming seas and overharvest; operators emphasize no-touch practices, reef-safe products, and small-group impacts to protect habitat.
Shamier - The MountainHeart Guide operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with Shamier - The MountainHeart Guide
Book directly with Shamier - The MountainHeart Guide for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve Now