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Whale Watching Day Trip Hermanus from Cape Town | 4–6 hours | — | $400 | |
Private Tour: Hermanus Whale Watching Boat Trip & Wine Tasting | 10 hours | 4.6 (43) | $275 | View |
Cape Town Private 8Hour Guided Hermanus Whale Watching Boat Tour | 8 hours | 5.0 (18) | $303 |
Escape Cape Town for a full-day scenic coastal adventure to Hermanus, one of the best land-based whale-watching destinations in the world. From June to November, Southern Right Whales migrate to the sheltered bays around Hermanus to mate and calve, offering incredible viewing opportunities just meters from the shore. Whether you're exploring from the cliffs or taking an optional boat cruise, this trip is a must for nature lovers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts. Highlights Full-day whale watching tour from Cape Town Visit Hermanus, South Africa’s whale-watching capital Best viewing season: June to November (Southern Right Whales) Option to add a 2-hour whale watching boat cruise Scenic drive via Clarence Drive – one of the world’s most beautiful coastal roads Time to explore Hermanus town, cliff path, and shops Optional stop at local wine estate or farmstall en route
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $460.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 6.
Pickup & Tour Start Description Your friendly, professional guide will collect you directly from your Cape Town accommodation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle (such as a Mercedes Vito, Toyota Quantum, or similar). Please be ready in your hotel lobby or outside your accommodation 10 minutes before the confirmed pickup time. Relax and enjoy the ride as your guide shares stories and insight about the region, local culture, and nature along the way. Arrive in Hermanus, where you'll have time to walk the famous cliff path, browse coastal art galleries, and spot whales breaching close to shore. During whale season, sightings from land are frequent and thrilling. Whale Watching Boat Cruise You will take a 2-hour boat cruise with a licensed marine operator. Guides share insights on whale behavior and conservation efforts. Lunch & Exploration Enjoy lunch at a seafront restaurant (own account), then take time to explore the charming town or enjoy more whale watching.
Afternoon Return via Overberg or Wine Valley On your return, you may stop at a local wine estate in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley or a charming farm stall for local treats. Arrive back in Cape Town by early evening.
The guide will be in the hotel lobby with your name board
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Whale Watching Day Trip Hermanus from Cape Town lasts about 4–6 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $400 per person for this Cape Town experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $460. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Children aged 6–11 pay from $250, adults from $400.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. The guide will be in the hotel lobby with your name board Pickup points include Urban Chic Boutique Hotel, 605 The Icon Building Hotel.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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Whales Watching Hermanus Boat Trip and Private Wine Tour | 9 hours | 5.0 (2) | $219 | View |
Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip from Cape Town | 8 hours | 4.8 (38) | $212 | View |
Hermanus Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip & Penguins Private Tour | 8 hours | 5.0 (1) | $250 | View |
Whale Watching Boat Trip in Hermanus (between June to November) | 8 hours | — | $305 | View |