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ESTUARY CRUISE Take me to the river.
( 5 stars )

HIPPO AND CROCODILE CRUISE ON ST LUCIA ESTUARY

In a while crocodile

THE BOAT

Two hours of magic aboard the passenger ferry, Advantage Cruiser to explore the St Lucia Estuary for close up sightings of Hippo, Crocodile, Mangrove Swamps and birds, such as the African fish eagle and Giant kingfisher.

The ferry is a 80 seater and departs from the Sunset Jetty to the Narrows, 6km north of St Lucia bridge.

The main objective is to provide knowledge of the spectacular St Lucia Estuary ecosystem, whilst providing an opportunity for photographs and memories that will last a lifetime.

The ferry has ample walking space and is equipped with a fully licensed bar, tuck shop, toilets, public address system and a sundeck for better viewing.

THE HIPPO AND CROCODILE CRUISE

Departure times
Winter (mid April – mid September)
09:00am | 11:00pm | 13:00pm | 15:00pm

Summer (mid September – mid April)
08:00am | 10:00am | 12:00pm | 14:00pm | 16:00pm

Cost
From R 290.00 per person
Children under 12 years | half price
Children under 2 years | free of charge
The 17h00 Christmas/New Year cruise | ALL children will pay the SAME rate as adults

THINGS TO TAKE

SUNSCREEN

Put on some sunscreen to protect against the hot South African sun.

COMFY CLOTHES

Wear comfortable clothes and bring a jacket. It can get chilly in the mornings and afternoons.

GEAR

Take your camera or binoculars. There is always something amazing to see.

Licensed bar

We have a licensed bar and tuck shop on board.

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HOW TO BOOK

THE HIPPO AND CROCODILE CRUISE CAN BE BOOKED AT YOUR ACCOMMODATION

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User Reviews

Jill Mackinlay
· April 3, 2019

We stayed at Monzi Safaris tented camp in town, it was stunning. Drove to Cape Vidal, saw lots of wildlife along the way. Went on the early morning Advantage boat trip to see the hippos! Everything was really good. Definitely will go back for more.

Claire Lavadera
· April 3, 2019

The cruise was fabulous today! Thank you so much!

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