Bay Lodge

14/11/2024

13/11/2024

11/06/2024

Fascinating facts about great white sharks:

1. **Detect Electrical Fields**:
Great white sharks have specialized organs called ampullae of Lorenzini that allow them to detect the electromagnetic fields produced by other animals. This helps them locate prey even in murky waters.

2. **Record-Breaking Travels**:
They are known for their long-distance migrations. One great white shark, tagged by researchers, traveled from South Africa to Australia and back, covering more than 20,000 kilometers (12,427 miles) in under nine months.

3. **Tooth Factory**:
Great whites have several rows of teeth that are constantly replaced throughout their lives. They can lose and replace thousands of teeth in a lifetime, ensuring they always have sharp teeth ready for hunting.

4. **Unique Hunting Strategy**:
These sharks are known for breaching—the act of jumping out of the water. They often do this when hunting seals, using the element of surprise and their immense speed to catch prey off guard.

5. **Warm-Blooded**:
Unlike most fish, great white sharks can maintain a body temperature higher than the surrounding water. This adaptation, known as regional endothermy, helps them stay active in colder waters.

6. **Powerful Sense of Smell**:
They can detect a single drop of blood in 25 gallons (100 liters) of water and can sense tiny amounts of blood up to 3 miles (5 kilometers) away.

7. **Social Behavior**:
Though often seen as solitary hunters, great whites can exhibit social behaviors. They sometimes gather in groups at feeding sites and may even have a social hierarchy.

8. **Notable Lifespan**:
Great white sharks can live up to 70 years or more, making them one of the longest-lived shark species.

9. **Slow Reproduction**:
They mature slowly, with females reaching reproductive age at around 33 years old and males at about 26 years. This slow reproduction rate makes them vulnerable to population declines.

10. **Iconic Status**:
Great white sharks gained significant fame and public interest after the release of the movie "Jaws" in 1975, which, despite its fictional portrayal, sparked both fascination and fear of these apex predators.

08/06/2024

22/05/2024

‼BOOKINGS OPEN for Whale Watching
Take advantage of our Pre Season Rates valid until 15 June 2024,
🐳Terms and Conditions Apply
Bookings can be made on 082 701 9031 or online at romonzaboattrips.co.za

21/05/2024

BLOOM Skin Care Clinic is absolutely wonderful. Book today and enjoy these relaxing treatments without having to drive to a spa as she does it here at our guesthouse for staying guests.

05/04/2024

Level 4 & 6 warning for widespread showers and thundershowers from Sunday into Monday. Rainfall accumulation of 30-50mm is expected for most parts of the Western Cape. In addition, strong winds (50-60km/h), excessive lightning and possible large amounts of small hail accompanying the rain can aggravate the impact.

26/03/2024

𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗧𝗼 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲? 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄.

The Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse is not only a cherished landmark and a historical marvel, but also a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike. Here's what you need to know before you visit:

Access to the lighthouse is exclusive:
1. You can access the restaurant as a customer, where you are welcome to enjoy a meal or something to drink with a stunning view.
2. Alternatively, you can do the lighthouse experience for R100 which includes a complimentary drink from the selected options.

For more information, give them a call at 072 138 3911 or visit their website here: https://www.stblaize.co.za/

Cape St. Blaize Restaurant

03/03/2024

📍Mossel Bay. 🦈😲🇿🇦 The Mossel Bay coastline is home to so many Great White Sharks! And they love seals! 🦭

Just take a look at this one amazing photo shot by World Famous Photographer Chris Fallows. Take note - this is a REAL PHOTO!

21/02/2024

21/02/2024

📍Mossel Bay. 🦈😲 The Mossel Bay coastline is a great white shark hotspot! Just look at this incredible photo with Mossel Bay in the background!

Do sharks ever sleep? 😴 Sharks do not sleep like humans do, but instead have active and restful periods.

📸 Chris Fallows

06/02/2024

Did someone say (SHARKS🦈😬)

Not 1, not 2, but 5 Great White sharks🦈 not to far from the beach 🏖️

📍Hartenbos, Mossel Bay, WC

17/01/2024

Book a treatment while staying at Bay Lodge.

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Situated in the beautiful town of Mossel Bay. We take care of your Skin Care.

16/01/2024

15/01/2024

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀

A magical spot where locals and adventurers come to create memories...

📍 The Point, Mossel Bay

📷 Martin Ras Photography

10/01/2024

Butterfly tours available daily.

Tour Times:
10:30 - 11:15
11:30 - 12:15
12:30 - 13:15
13:30 - 14:15
14:30 - 15:15

Tour Fees:
Under 5 - FREE
5-12 - R40
Above 12 - R80
Above 60 - R40

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Contact us for any bookings:
0825576619