Marine Dynamics Unpacked

Understanding Marine Dynamics

Marine Dynamics is an award winning marine ecotourism company that has made a substantial impact in marine science and conservation for over two decades. Using the daily observational platform and employing marine biologists, we have produced over thirty scientific papers that contribute to conservation policy of the country. The Marine Dynamics ecosystem has various entities that includes shark cage diving, whale watching, a conservation trust with a dedicated seabird sanctuary, a volunteer programme, and a tourism hub, that together are a globally recognised brand in marine experiences and marine conservation and research

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Marine Big 5 & Whale Watching Tours

Explore the Dyer Island marine ecosystem to potentially see sharks, dolphins, seals, penguins, and more. During whale season from mid-June to mid-November more emphasis is placed on whale watching.

African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary

A world class seabird rehabilitation facility with a coffee shop on site – open daily to visitors with a 3pm penguin feeding. Free entrance!

Dyer Island Conservation Trust

Our registered non-profit through which our research, conservation, and community work is delivered.

Marine Dynamics Academy

International marine voluntourism programme that is open to all looking for a hands-on marine experience that encompasses marine eco-tourism, research, conservation, and community.

International Marine Volunteers

Unique year-round opportunities to work with Great White Sharks, Southern Right Whales and the other marine species for people of all backgrounds and interests.

Great White House

Restaurant, accommodation, and curio shop onsite, where you can relax and enjoy all the area offers.

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Conservation Partners

Dyer Island Conservation Trust

Our non-profit arm through which we action our conservation, community, and education projects

African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary

Our world class seabird rescue and rehabilitation facility

Department: Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Governing body for shark cage diving and whale watching, providing research and film permits

Cape Nature

Custodian of the province’s natural environment including Dyer Island

Overstrand Municipality

Delivery of services to support economic, social and environmental goals

Tourism Partners

Fair Trade Tourism

The mark of best practice in responsible and Fair Trade Tourism

SATSA

Southern African Tourism Services Association is a non-profit membership-based tourism industry association

Cape Town Tourism

Official Destination Marketing Organisation for the City of Cape Town

Cape Country Routes

Carefully selected accommodation and activities in South Africa's Western and Eastern Cape

Gansbaai Tourism

The natural adventure destination

Xplorio

The power of community