Nestled in the heart of Cape Town’s bustling V&A Waterfront, The Waterfront Duck Company offers a one-of-a-kind tour experience that seamlessly merges the charm of historical Cape Town with the serene beauty of its waters.The Waterfront Duck is a 40-seater vehicle that can travel on both land and water.
Co-owner of the Duck Company, Keith Lindsay, was inspired by the unique concept while abroad so he embarked on a challenging yet rewarding journey to bring this amphibious adventure to life. Bringing the concept to Cape Town was no easy feat. Unlike other amphibious tours around the world that utilise repurposed WWII landing craft, Lindsay prioritised safety and modern standards.
Lindsay emphasises these safety measures: ‘In terms of new amphibious vehicles, many manufacturers actually start with a bus chassis and then convert it to be able to float, which they were not in favour of. We eventually settled on a craft from a company called ‘Seahorse Amphibious’ based in Windsor in the UK. We really liked their approach to design and safety. They started primarily with a boat design and then made sure it was suitable for road use.
‘In terms of comfort, our 36 seats are fully imported, access is easy via 7 short steps and with the roll-up flaps, there is always plenty of fresh air!’ The tours are not just about sightseeing; they provide ‘edutainment,’ blending entertaining and engaging commentary with historical and ecological insights.
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