Reviews: Kayaking with seals
Below are independent comments from 183 of our travellers who have done this activity and have kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa.
Mr & Mrs R
UK
"Pelican Point Kayaking"
Based at Sam's Giardino on 21 Oct 2010
"Jeanne was not around but the young man who stood in for her did a great job. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and provided a safe but interesting experience.
There is plenty of opportunity to get close to the seals and pelicans although it gets a bit crowded when the motor launches come in." Read more about this whole safari
There is plenty of opportunity to get close to the seals and pelicans although it gets a bit crowded when the motor launches come in." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Mr D & Ms S
UK
"Kayaking with seals"
Based at The Stiltz on 4 Oct 2010
"The kit is a bit on the old and used side, but Jeanne made up for it all with her personality, and we had a super morning on the water.
Note that the meeting place is not quite as described - worth checking with her to get it right; I think it was a different coffee house." Read more about this whole safari
Note that the meeting place is not quite as described - worth checking with her to get it right; I think it was a different coffee house." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Miss T & Mr B
London
"an experience!"
13 Sep 2010
"Great experience, though very short due to strong winds...again just luck of the draw.
Advanced information on what to wear/bring, not to wear etc would have been helpful.
Very knowledgeable guide.
Please see earlier comment re correct meeting point." Read more about this whole safari
Advanced information on what to wear/bring, not to wear etc would have been helpful.
Very knowledgeable guide.
Please see earlier comment re correct meeting point." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Good
Mr & Mrs C
Woking
"Please can we do it again"
Based at The Stiltz on 11 Oct 2010
"This was great. Very well organised by Jeanne who thought of everything, including a bush toilet for the ladies. As very inexperienced kayakers the female amongst us was nervous but quickly reassured by Jeanne's competence and professionalism. She made it a great experience and even took photographs for us which were sitting in our inbox when we got home."
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Overall
Excellent
Mr D & Mrs C
Surrey
"Kayaking at Pelican Point"
Based at Cornerstone Guesthouse on 4 Oct 2010
"Woke up to horrible cold weather in Swakopmund and really didn't want to go kayaking. Even worse when we got out of the car at the beach to freezing force ten gale! But Jeanne had plenty of warm clothing, waterproof shoes and even woolly hats, so we were warm and toasty while in the kayaks. Lovely gentle pace, plenty of time to take in the frolicking seals and got really close to the colonies.
The drive to the beach was also a real highlight - Jeanne was really informative and pointed out loads of interesting sights.
This trip came highly recommended and fully met expectations." Read more about this whole safari
The drive to the beach was also a real highlight - Jeanne was really informative and pointed out loads of interesting sights.
This trip came highly recommended and fully met expectations." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Mrs J & daughters
UK
"Amazing"
Based at Sam's Giardino on 20 Sep 2010
"Neither daughters with me at the moment but they both said it was amazing and far exceeded their expectations. Also they were full of praise for their instructress. So I think it was very successful"
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Overall
Excellent
Mrs B
London
"A wonderful way to see the seals and dolphins"
Based at Cornerstone Guesthouse on 26 Aug 2010
"A lovely morning. I'd have liked to stay out longer than the 1.5 hours we had
Jeanne was a great host. She took photos and emailed them to us for our return
We did a sandboarding trip in the afternoon - the kids' favourite part, I think. We had a great time too. The instructors were great fun and looked after us well" Read more about this whole safari
Jeanne was a great host. She took photos and emailed them to us for our return
We did a sandboarding trip in the afternoon - the kids' favourite part, I think. We had a great time too. The instructors were great fun and looked after us well" Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Ms A & M & Miss E
UK
"Kayaking- closeness at sea"
Based at Sam's Giardino on 15 Aug 2010
"A superb experince would recommend it to anyone. Well organised and the guide was once again extremely good , saw lots of seals and dolphins as well as numerous birds jellyfish and jackals."
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Overall
Excellent
Mr C & family
UK
"Brilliant Kayaking! - Highlight of trip!"
Based at Sam's Giardino on 10 Aug 2010
"Jeanne, who took us, was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. She gave us a great experience - we all thoroughly enjoyed the ride across to Pelican Point (it's quite a long way on sand to get to where you can launch the kayaks - not just a nip across the bay, but it's interesting to see flamigoes and salt pans along the route!).
Don't miss this if you go to Swakopmund - kayaking and a baby seal allowing me to touch its whiskers, was for me personally, on a par with seeing rhinos at close quarters in Etosha!" Read more about this whole safari
Don't miss this if you go to Swakopmund - kayaking and a baby seal allowing me to touch its whiskers, was for me personally, on a par with seeing rhinos at close quarters in Etosha!" Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Family M
USA
"Kayaking with seals"
Based at Lagoon Lodge on 2 Aug 2010
"What a great thing to do! we love the kayaking. saw tons of seals , dolphins and a surprise visit by a humpback whale! Wow! tour guides were very nice and enthusiastic! loved the trip."
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Overall
Excellent
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