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Whale Watching in Hermanus

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Whale Watching in Hermanus

Southern Right Whales · Boat Tours · June to December · The Whale Capital

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About This Experience

Hermanus is officially the best land-based whale watching destination in the world. From June to December, Southern Right whales migrate to Walker Bay to breed and calve, coming as close as 20 metres from shore. Our whale watching tours combine boat-based encounters with scenic drives along the coast, visits to penguin colonies, and wine tasting in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley.

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Highlights

  • Best viewing: August to October (peak season)
  • Boat-based whale watching for close encounters
  • Southern Right, Humpback, and Bryde's whales
  • Cliff-path walking for land-based viewing
  • Combo with penguins at Stony Point
  • Wine tasting in Hemel-en-Aarde valley

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Whale Watching in Hermanus — 4 Options

Hermanus Whale Watching & Penguins Tour
Top RatedCape Town
From $265per person
4.9(200)

Boat & Cruise

Hermanus Whale Watching & Penguins Tour

Full-day Hermanus whale watching & penguin tour from Cape Town. Cliff Path viewing, Stony Point colony. Seasonal whales. Book now!

6 HoursSmall Group (max 12)
Itinerary6 stops
08:00 AMTransfer to the harbour departure point.
09:00 AMBoard the vessel and receive a brief safety orientation.
09:30 AMCruise along the coastline with expert commentary on marine life and history.
+3 more stops →
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Whale Watching & Hermanus Day Trip
Top RatedGarden Route
From $175per person
5.0(137)

Wine Tours

Whale Watching & Hermanus Day Trip

Whale watching in Hermanus: boat encounter with Southern Rights, cliff walk, wine tasting. Season Jul-Nov. From $175. Book direct.

10 HoursSmall Group (max 12)
Itinerary7 stops
08:00 AMComfortable pickup from your hotel or accommodation.
09:00 AMVisit the first highlight of the tour with your expert guide.
10:30 AMIn-depth guided experience at a key attraction.
+4 more stops →
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Hermanus Whale Watching Tour
Top RatedGarden Route
From $185per person
4.9(131)

Wine Tours

Hermanus Whale Watching Tour

Whale watching in Hermanus with boat cruise and wine tasting. From $185. Best sightings June-November.

10 HoursSmall Group (max 12)
Itinerary7 stops
08:00 AMComfortable pickup from your hotel or accommodation.
09:00 AMVisit the first highlight of the tour with your expert guide.
10:30 AMIn-depth guided experience at a key attraction.
+4 more stops →
Free cancellation Instant confirmation
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Hermanus Whale Watching Boat & Wine Tour
Top RatedCape Town
From $265per person
5.0(99)

Wine Tours

Hermanus Whale Watching Boat & Wine Tour

Boat-based whale watching in Hermanus plus Hemel-en-Aarde wine tasting. Private transfers from Cape Town. Seasonal Jun-Nov. Book now!

8 HoursSmall Group (max 12)
Itinerary7 stops
09:00 AMPickup from your Cape Town accommodation.
10:00 AMArrive at a premier wine estate for a guided cellar tour and tasting of 5-6 wines.
11:30 AMVisit a boutique winery known for award-winning Pinotage and Chenin Blanc varietals.
+4 more stops →
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