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Whale watching Hermanus
MARINE SAFARI · SOUTHERN RIGHT WHALES

Whale Watching
Cape Town

Full-Day Tour to Hermanus – South Africa's whale watching capital

R2450 / person 9.5 hours

Overview

Set sail on a marine adventure with experienced guides and breathtaking ocean views. Experience Whale Watching Cape Town on a scenic full-day tour from the Mother City to Hermanus. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views along the False Bay coastline before joining a guided boat cruise to see southern right whales up close.

Tour highlights

  • Scenic coastal drive via Gordon's Bay & Betty's Bay
  • Whale-watching boat cruise with local guide
  • Cliff path stroll in Hermanus
  • Return via mountainous N2 freeway

Detailed Itinerary

08:00
Cape Town – Pick up

Pickup from your accommodation in Cape Town CBD or surrounding areas. Meet your guide and group.

09:30
Betty's Bay stop

Enjoy the breathtaking views of False Bay and stop for photos along the way. Stretch your legs and take in the coastal scenery.

10:30
Arrival in Hermanus

Enjoy free time to stroll along the famous cliff paths, grab lunch at a local café (own expense), or visit the market stalls.

14:00
Whale-Watching Boat Cruise

Board a licensed whale-watching vessel for an exciting 2–3 hour cruise. Spot Southern Right Whales, humpback whales, and dolphins while learning about their behaviour from your experienced guide and crew.

16:30
Return Journey to Cape Town

Sit back and relax as we take a different route back — the mountainous N2 freeway, offering sweeping valley views and picturesque mountain passes.

18:15
Drop-off in Cape Town

Arrive back at your accommodation with unforgettable memories and stunning photos from your whale-watching adventure.

Timings are approximate and may vary based on weather, traffic, and whale activity. Boat cruise duration approx. 2 hours.
R2450 / person
9.5 hours boat cruise

Included

  • Pickup and drop-off from Cape Town
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transport
  • Scenic coastal drive via Gordon's Bay and Betty's Bay
  • Whale watching boat cruise ticket
  • Professional and friendly driver-guide
  • Bottled water on board

Excluded

  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Optional gratuities (tips)
  • Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Southern right whales · Humpback whales · Dolphins · Hermanus cliff paths · Boat cruise · Marine biologist guides · Photo opportunities · False Bay · Betty's Bay · Southern right whales · Humpback whales · Dolphins ·

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