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Explore the Great African Seaforest

The Great African Seaforest, much like the Amazon Rainforest, is a vast, ecosystem that is home to an array of marine species from the tiniest sea slug to the biggest humpback whale. Cape Town’s kelp forests offer you the opportunity to immerse yourself in this spectacular underwater world and create a deep connection to nature.

Join us as a snorkeler or as a freediver and create a memory that will last a lifetime.

The Great African Seaforest
Puffadder Shyshark
Red Sea Star
Snorkeling Cape Town
Common Octopus

Snorkeling

Experience the Great African Seaforest with our half-day snorkeling trips in Cape Town’s kelp forest. Unlike a visit to an aquarium, you will fully immerse yourself in this unique marine world—seeing, hearing, feeling, and even tasting the ocean. All the gear you need to stay comfortable in these temperate waters will be provided and our professional snorkeling guides will ensure a safe, enjoyable and educational experience for everyone. Snorkeling is fun, easy, and perfect for the whole family!

Short-tail Stingray
Freediving Couple
Adventure Freediver I Course

Freediving

Jacques Cousteau once said, “The kelp forest is a primeval world where light and shadow dance with the ocean’s currents, creating a sanctuary for countless species and a haven for the human soul.” Learning to freedive will allow you to enter this world, glide through the underwater forest and interact with the creatures who live there. Our internationally recognised, 2-day, Adventure Freediver I course will teach you how to safely explore the Great African Seaforest and help you reconnect with your mind and body. You will gain essential freediving skills and knowledge which will provide you with the confidence to be a capable open-water freediver and a trusted dive buddy. This course is open to anyone 12 years and older who is a confident swimmer and is in good health.

What To Expect

We had such a good time in the water with the guys! Super rad experience and the guys were honestly soo helpful and full of knowledge. They love the ocean and are working very hard to raise awareness. We will definitely come back again in the future
Cameron Bell - April 2024
Our experience exceeded all expectations! On the first day, we went on a snorkel trip, and after watching "My Octopus Teacher," our hopes were high. However, the real-life adventure was even better! The following week, we took the Adventure Freediver I course and absolutely loved it. The staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making our time unforgettable. We will definitely return when we're back in Cape Town. Thank you!
Daan Lichtenberg - June 2024
This is our 2nd time we did this. It is just magical swimming through the kelp forest. Just another world really. The equipment kept us safe and warm for more than an hour. The guide was really good and gave us time to explore. This activity is also good for kids, my youngest is 10 and did this 2 years ago and now as well.
Andries - August 2024

Why Choose Us

Experience

We have been teaching freediving and guiding snorkelers in Cape Town since 2012.

Standards

Our freediving instructors and guides have achieved the highest industry performance requirements & are internationally certified.

Unique Courses

The Adventure Freediver courses specialise in recreational open-water freediving and are unique to the agency we represent - Pure Apnea.

Great Reviews

We deliver a top class service! Here are some of our review numbers: Google 4.9* | AirBnB Experiences 4.9* | Tripadvisor 5*

In The Press

Read what others have to say about us and the Great African Seaforest.

Book Now

You can book a spot online now on one of our scheduled snorkeling experiences or freediving courses.

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Give that someone special the experience of a lifetime with our snorkeling and freediving gift vouchers.

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