Hermanus Whale Watching and Wine Tasting Private Tour

5.0 (8 reviews) Cape Town, South Africa
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Hermanus has been recognized by the WWF (World Wildlife Fund) as one of the 12 best whale watching destinations in the world. Hermanus is the mating and breeding grounds of the Southern Right Whale from June to November. It is a chance to encounter and spend a moment with these marine giants, and informative and educational whale watching experience.

What's included

  • Accredited tourist guide/driver
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Entry fee at Stoney Point Penguins Colony
  • Boat-based whale-watching costs
  • Air-conditioned vehicle with fuel
  • Meals and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Wine tasting costs

What to expect

  1. Hermanus
    Pass by
    Enjoy a 90-minutes scenic drive via Sir Lowry's Pass, from Cape Town To Hermanus, a stunningly beautiful seaside town known as the best whale-watching destination on earth.
  2. Elgin Valley Honey
    Pass by
    Situated beyond the superb Hottentots Holland Mountains, The Elgin Valley is surrounded by olive groves, vineyards, farms of apples and pears, picturesque orchards and rivers.
  3. 3h · Admission ticket included
    Embark on a 3-hour whale watching boat and have an unforgettable experience with the 'Gentle Giants" Southern Right whales and Hampbacks, Dolphins, Seals, Penguins and plenty of birdlife.
  4. 1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Enjoy a peaceful lunch at one of the best restaurants on the scenic shores of Hermanus
  5. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    Enjoy wine tasting in the spectacular high hills of Hemel-en-Aarde mountains range. This is one of the top wine farms in South Africa. A wine range of great distinction and finesse awaits for you.
  6. 30m
    Stoney Point Nature Reserve is home to a unique colony of the rare African Penguins. This is an opportunity to see these wonderful flightless birds up close, in their natural habitat.
  7. Pass by
    On your way back to Cape Town, you will drive through one of the world's most scenic drives, R44/Clarence Drive, the Overberg's Whale Coast Route. Admire the craggy mountains, decorated by colorful fynbos and saluted by rolling waves along white sandy beaches of the False Bay.
    The drive takes 90 minutes approximately.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please have a seat in front of the hotel and switch your phone on to communicate with your guide.

End point

Please have a seat in front of the hotel and switch your phone on to communicate with your guide.

Pickup details

At the lobby of the client's hotel. The guide will display his/her badge with his/her name on it and will liaise with the receptionist/concierge to meet the client.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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