Cape Town: Hermanus Boat Cruise Whale Watching Tour – Western Cape, South Africa

EXPERIENCE

Enjoy world-class transportation to and from your whale-watching adventure in Hermanus. Experience the thrill of observing these gentle giants on an exciting boat ride while taking in the beautiful scenery along the way.

Be picked up from your hotel in Cape Town and take the N2 route from Cape Town to Hermanus, offering its own scenic charm. Pass through some of Cape Town’s townships such as Langa and Khayelitsha.

Leaving Cape Town, pass through Somerset West, nestled against the Helderberg Mountains and known for its beautiful vineyards and historic wine estates. As you continue along the N2, travel through the Elgin Valley, with Grabouw being the main town. This area is famous for its apple orchards and cool-climate wines.

The surrounding scenery, with lush green landscapes and rolling hills, is quite picturesque. Continuing along the N2, pass through Caledon, known for its hot springs and the Caledon Casino and Spa. The surrounding fields and rolling hills provide a scenic backdrop.

Finally, arrive in Hermanus, renowned for its whale watching, especially during the season from June to November. The town offers stunning coastal views, excellent restaurants, and a lively arts and crafts scene.

Hermanus offers the best whale-watching opportunities in the world during the season, with close sightings of the Southern Right whale highly likely. You will embark on a boat ride to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Hermanus is also known for its wine industry.

Visit the Diamond Institute (time permitting). Enjoy a wine tasting experience at one of the numerous wineries in Hermanus. (optional extra)

HIGHLIGHTS

Marvel at the majestic Southern Right Whales in Hermanus
Enjoy the Scenic Coastal Drive past charming seaside towns along the way
The best boat-based whale watching opportunities in the world in season
Enjoy a wine tasing tour (optional)

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