Private & Small-Group Cruise Excursions

South African Shore Excursions

Blu-Pebbles Tours and Transfer operates guided shore excursions for cruise passengers in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Cape Town, and Richards Bay, using experienced local guides and timed to your ship’s schedule with a stress-free return to port. Tours range from small-group adventures to fully private, tailor-made experiences.

In Gqeberha, our home port, expect Big Five safaris at Addo Elephant National Park and surrounding private game reserves, marine wildlife cruises, cultural experiences, and beach activities, all built around reliable timing for a single day in port. If our existing range doesn’t feature your dream excursion, contact us directly to craft a bespoke itinerary.

Shore Excursions by Port

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Big Five safaris at Addo Elephant National Park, marine cruises in Algoa Bay, and cultural excursions, all timed for a single day in port.

Cape Town

Table Mountain, Robben Island, and wine tastings in Franschhoek and Stellenbosch, with experienced local guides.

Richards Bay

Guided excursions in KwaZulu-Natal with experienced local guides, including a Hippo and Crocodile boat cruise, the DumaZulu Cultural Village, and Big Five game drives at Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, all timed to your ship’s schedule.

Our Shore Excursions

Browse our full range of shore excursions below, or get in touch to design a custom itinerary around your ship’s schedule.

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Garden Route Explorer: Tsitsikamma, Bloukrans & Storms River

Discover the Garden Route with elephants, Bloukrans Bridge, optional bungy, Storms River kayaking, quad biking and forest adventures.

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Garden Route Explorer: Bloukrans Bungy & Tsitsikamma

Experience the Garden Route with the Bloukrans Bungy, Tsitsikamma National Park, Storms River Suspension Bridge and scenic coastal views.

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Gqeberha Coastal Wildside Tour

Discover Gqeberha’s Wildside coast with penguins, dolphins, and scenic beaches, a journey of ocean beauty, wildlife, and heritage in the Eastern Cape.

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Nyosi Wildlife Reserve Sunset Game Drive

Experience a Sunset Game Drive at Nyosi Wildlife Reserve near Gqeberha with wildlife sightings, sundowners, and breathtaking African bush views.

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Half-Day Safari to Kragga Kamma Game Park

Just 18 km from Gqeberha, enjoy a guided game drive, lunch, and close-up wildlife sightings in a beautiful reserve.

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Experience the wild heart of the Garden Route: Tsitsikamma Two-Day Nature Escape

Experience Tsitsikamma over two days with forest hikes, ziplining, kayaking or bungee, plus local dining and a stay in charming Storms River Village.

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A Full-Day Adventure Combining Addo Elephant National Park & Schotia Private Game Reserve

Experience the Big Five on a full-day safari to Addo Elephant Park & Schotia Reserve, perfect for cruise guests and wildlife lovers.

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Whale, Dolphin & Penguin Island Cruise + Addo Elephant National Park Safari

Experience dolphins, whales & penguins by sea, then spot the Big Five on a guided safari in malaria-free Addo – all in one unforgettable day!

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Big 5 Guided Day Safari at Amakhala Game Reserve

Embark on a captivating Big 5 guided Day Safari adventure at the malaria-free Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape.

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Experience the wild heart of the Garden Route: Tsitsikamma One-Day Nature Escape

Hike to the Storms River Suspension Bridge, then choose between kayaking, ziplining, Segway rides or bungee jumping on this Tsitsikamma day tour.

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Schotia Sunset Safari with Dinner

Discover Schotia Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape's oldest private game reserve, offering thrilling game drives and abundant wildlife.

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Nyosi Wildlife Reserve Day Tour & Shore Excursion

Discover Nyosi Wildlife Reserve near Gqeberha with game drives, wildlife encounters, and a two-course lunch in a malaria-free sanctuary.

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Half-Day Tour: Guided Game Drive in Addo Elephant National Park

Witness the majestic African elephant, powerful lions, sturdy buffalo, and rare black rhinos in their natural habitat.

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Port Elizabeth-River Cruise on the Sundays River

Enjoy breathing in the fresh ocean air on a 2.5-hour river cruise or river safari along the serene Sundays River.

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Discover Pabala: A Day of Flavour, Fauna & Stillness

Escape to Pabala Private Nature Reserve for honey and gin tastings, a guided game drive, and serene Eastern Cape scenery in one unforgettable day.

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Half Day City Tour of Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

We visit Fort Fredrick, the first colonial building, the Donkin Reserve and the central business district, military installations, monuments and more

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From Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) into the Rich Waters of Algoa Bay

A Marine Wildlife Experience Like No Other.

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A Full-Day Guided Tour Through Addo, South Africa’s Third-Largest National Park

Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure as we take you deep into the malaria-free heart of Addo Elephant National Park.

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