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Rabies has been confirmed in Cape fur seals along the South African coastline. If you are bitten by a seal, knowing exactly what to do in the first minutes and hours can save your life. This article explains immediate wound care, when rabies immunoglobulin is required, what changes if you’ve already been vaccinated, how seal bite infections differ from dog bites, and whether helping a victim puts you at risk. Clear facts. No panic. Just the medical steps that matter.

Bitten by a Seal in South Africa? Here’s Exactly What To Do.

Rabies is nearly 100% fatal once symptoms begin — but it is almost completely preventable if treated correctly and quickly. If a seal bite breaks your skin in South Africa, time matters. Soap and water in the first minutes can reduce viral load. The right hospital treatment in the first hours can stop the virus before it ever reaches your nerves. This isn’t about fear. It’s about speed, clarity, and knowing exactly what to insist on when it counts.

Mar 14 min read

Animal Ocean Safari Reviews - What Our Guests Love About Our Trips

Verified reviews from TripAdvisor and GetYourGuide show why Animal Ocean Ocean Safaris is Cape Town’s top-rated marine wildlife tour. Guests praise the professionalism, safety, dolphins, kelp forests, and seals viewed safely from the boat. No seal snorkeling offered — ethical, safe, and unforgettable.

Ocean Safari

Oct 5, 20254 min read

Sardine Run 2025 – The Year of the Golden Baitball by Jean Tresfon

This is Jean Tresfon’s personal report from Sardine Run 2025 with Animal Ocean. For 16 years Jean has joined Steve Benjamin on the Wild Coast, documenting the chaos and beauty of the ocean. In this year’s account he shares storms, floods, dolphins, whales, gannets, and his once-in-a-lifetime encounter with a rare golden strepie baitball. Read Jean’s words and experience the Sardine Run through his lens and storytelling.

Sardine Run

Sep 10, 20253 min read