Sailing across the Atlantic exploring abandoned land masses in search of shipwrecked treasures probably forms part of many land-luggers’ bucket list. Although most people probably won’t get to tick off this ‘to-do-before-I-die’ point, you can embark on a classic seagoing voyage with 2 adult tickets for a One-Hour Trip to see the seals at Seal Island & The Shipwreck by Drumbeat Charters, Hout Bay (value R140).

Finding its anchor in the ever-popular fishing hamlet of Hout Bay, Drumbeat Charters have been transporting eager passengers in search of their sea legs across sparkling waters for 22 years. They are licensed to carry 120 passengers on a one-level vessel, making it safer than a multi-level vessel. Vessel has 3 life rafts that can accommodate the 120 passengers and is surveyed on an anual basis. Highly qualified and experienced skipper and crew to ensure safety.  During the one-hour trip, you will be treated to awe-inspiring glimpses of the surrounding mountain ranges together with thousands of Cape Fur seals and sightings of boastful birds displaying their diving agility.

As a holder of today’s offer, you’ll be taken to see the seals at Seal Island and The Shipwreck. Although the vessel is not allowed to land on the island, it gets in about a stone’s throw away from these furry mammals, allowing you to gain further insight into these beautiful and charismatic animals. The information sheets which are printed in 25 languages coupled with the spacious viewing deck give you historical and cultural context into this fascinating locale which merges past and present. The vessels boast licensed bar, undercover areas, restrooms and individual seating areas giving you ample onboard comforts while keeping your eyes fixed on the seals freely basking in the sun.

Although you may never hopscotch down the Atlantic on a yacht, you can embark on a calmer watery sojourn with today’s offer from Drumbeat Charters. R65 gets you and a partner those much-anticipated sea legs while immersing yourselves in Hout Bay’s beauty and shipwrecked treasures.