Full Day Whale Watching Tour - Mid July- November
- Full Day Whale Watching Tour - Mid July- November tours offer an exciting way to witness the majestic Southern Right whales. That come to the Cape each season to breed and calve. Whale season typically runs between June and November in the Cape, and each season, large numbers of whales can be seen along the coast.
- The best place to see these creatures is along the famous Whale Route, which spans along the coastline passing Gordon’s Bay, Pringle Bay and Betty’s Bay en route to Hermanus.
Full Day Whale Watching Tour - Mid July- November
As one of the top destinations for whale-watching, Hermanus is perfectly positioned to offer the best viewing directly from the shore. You will be able to watch as these giants of the deep frolic in the waves, and launch out of the water to breach. Hermanus is the only town in the world that has a ‘whale crier’ officially on duty during the whaling season and this is a popular attraction on whale watching tours in this town.
Daily Tours -Depart: 08:00 – 09:00
Return: 17: 30
Price From R 1790.00
HIGHLIGHTS
- Gordon’s Bay, Pringle Bay & Betty’s Bay
- The Harold Porter Botanical Gardens
- Drive through Hamilton Russell Wine Estate (except Sundays)
- Rotary Drive
- Fernkloof Nature Reserve
- Hermanus
- Land Based whale watching
- Whale-watching boat trip (optional)
- Elgin
- Sir Lowry’s Pass
- Orange Wi-Fi on board
Description : The route will take you through the charming seaside towns of Gordon’s Bay, Pringle Bay and Betty’s Bay.
The highlight of this trip will undoubtedly be taking the time to watch the whales frolic in the sea waters.
As an added option you are also welcome take a boat to look at them more closely (own expense). This tour is the perfect option for those looking to take part in a unique Cape Town experience.
You will also have the chance to visit the one of the largest Penguin Colony’s in the world.
InclusionsTransport
Entrance Fees
ExclusionsMeals and Drinks
BringSunblock
Warm Jacket
Swim Costume
Camera
Binoculars
What to Wear: Seasonal
Location: Hermanus
Additional small charge wil apply for a private tour if less than 3pax
Additional charges wilL apply from Cape town CBD
Departure Point :Hotel, Guest house or your home
Return Point: Hotel, Guest house or your home
Included:
- registered tour guide
- transport in air-conditioned vehicle
- entrance to Harold Porter Botanical Gardens
Not included:
- lunch
- boat trip
Bring: Sunblock
Warm Jacket
Swim Costume
Camera
Binoculars
What to Wear: Seasonal
Location: Hermanus
Departure Point: Hotel, Guest house or your home
Return Point: Hotel, Guest house or your home
GENERAL INFORMATION & CONDITION OF SALES
- General information and conditions of carriage prices, routes, places of interest, destinations, hotels and restaurants are subject to availability and to change
- Tour departure and arrival are approximate
- German, French, Spanish as well as other foreign language guides are available on request
- All our vehicles are insured substantially for passenger liability
- All tours are subject to minimum number of passengers
- Luggage and personal possessions are carried at your own risk
- Please ensure that valuables and travel documents are kept safe at all times
- Please note that whale sightings are seasonal therefore this tour is only available from June to November. You can however book the route on a private basis any time of the year.
- Whale tours only runs from July to November