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From Cape Town: Full Day Tour to Hermanus

4.2  / 590 reviews
Activity provider:African Eagle Daytours
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Day trip
From Cape Town: Full Day Tour to Hermanus
Activity provider:African Eagle Daytours
4.2  / 590 reviews

Every year, from June to December, the Southern Right Whales come to bask in the warm waters of the Hermanus coastline. This full day whale watching tour will also take you to the charming towns and points-of-interests along the way.

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Duration 1 day
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Live tour guide
English, French, German
Pickup included
Pick-up and drop-off is complimentary from any hotel in Cape Town
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Experience

Highlights

  • Watch the Southern Right Whales bask in the warm waters of the Hermanus coastline
  • Be guided through the charming seaside towns of Gordon’s bay, Pringle Bay and Betty’s Bay
  • Enjoy the ride past highlights like Harold Porter Botanical Gardens and the Fernkloof Nature Reserve
  • Benefit from complimentary pick-up and drop-off at any hotel in Cape Town and the surrounding area

Full description

Every year, from June to December a magical event takes place. The Southern Right Whales come to bask in the warm waters off the Hermanus coastline. This beautiful gift of nature cannot be missed when you are in Cape Town. This full-day whale watching and sightseeing tour will not only take you the Hermanus coastline, but will guide you along the scenic coast. Led by a registered tour guide the route will take you through the charming seaside towns of Gordon’s Bay, Pringle Bay and Betty’s Bay. You will also have the chance to visit the famed Harold Porter Botanical Garden, the Fernkloof Nature Reserve, the Eglin region and Sir Lowry’s Pass. Of course, the highlight of this trip will undoubtedly be taking the time to watch the whales frolic in the warm waters. As an added option you are also welcome take a boat to look at them more closely. This tour is the perfect option for those looking to take part in a unique Cape Town experience.

Includes

  • Registered tour guide
  • Entrance fee to Harold Porter Botanical Gardens
  • Pick-up and drop-off from any hotel in Cape Town and surrounding area
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Optional boat trip in Hermanus (R1200 per adult)

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Important information

Know before you go

  • To join a whale watching boat tour please book in advance because the tours are popular and book a trip departing Hermanus around 12:00 PM
  • Please be aware that the starting time is dependent on your accommodation and you will be told your pick up time one day before your tour date

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 90 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Service
    4.3/5
  • Organization
    4.2/5

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Paola November 15, 2019  – Verified booking
Unfortunately we were not able to see Whales and the guide told us that there was just one boat going out to see whales (so they searched that for us) but this boat was full already (i think was the same company I contacted some days before). Despite this, the company organizing this tour was very good. They contacted us due to changes they wanted to make, but it was ok for them if we didnt want them (we changed the day due to weather, so it worked for us) The trip was very nice Denver and (I dont remember her name) the german translator were very nice people and learnt a lot from the country and the people. They were very patient and we didnt feel under stress as we did in another day tour with another company. We could totally recommend the tour, the company and the guides are very professional and nice. To see the whale is a mather of nature, or being lucky :)
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Patrick – BelgiumOctober 29, 2019  – Verified booking
A nice scenic route towards Hermanus over False Bay. We had a wonderful guide, called Maureen, who was more than passionate about her country, Cape Town and its surroundings. And as a matter of fact she is without doubt 100% right, because it is. The only killjoy was the wheather, but that of course is the choice of nature. Could not spot whales, but nevertheless was a very enjoyable day.
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GetYourGuide traveler – GermanyOctober 13, 2019  – Verified booking
Wie waren bereits zum zweiten Mal in Hermanus, um Wale zu sehen. Wir hatten Glück und haben circa 4 Wale gesehen. Dieses Mal konnten wir sogar die Schwanzflosse genauer betrachten, da ein Wal einen "Kopfstand" für längere Zeit gemacht hat. Die Fahrt auf dem Boot war ok, allerdings hatten wir auf der Rückfahrt etwas höhere Wellen. Der Fahrer war recht flott und einigen Passagieren ist dies auf den Magen geschlagen
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