Shared Hermanus Boat Based Whale Watching and Penguin Adventure

5.0 (13 reviews) Cape Town, South Africa
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Important: Whale watching boat ticket (USD 95 per person) is not included and must be purchased separately at the whale watching office before departure. This tour price includes shared return transportation from Cape Town, hotel pick-up and drop-off, bottled water, and an experienced tour guide.

Experience one of the world's best whale watching destinations with a seamless shared tour from Cape Town. Travel comfortably with an experienced local guide, enjoy a scenic journey along the beautiful Overberg coastline, and spend 2 hours on a purpose-built catamaran searching for southern right whales, humpback whales, and Bryde's whales (seasonal). You may also encounter dolphins, Cape fur seals, African penguins, and a variety of seabirds. To make the day even more memorable, the tour also includes a visit to the African penguin colony at Betty's Bay, giving you the chance to experience two of the Western Cape's most iconic wildlife encounters in one unforgettable day.

What's included

  • Experienced Tour-Guide
  • Shared return transfers between Cape Town and Hermanus
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Whale watching boat ticket is not included and must be purchased directly at the office .
  • Gratuities
  • Meals and Drinks

What to expect

Important: Whale watching boat ticket (USD 95) not included. Pay at the whale watching office before departure. This tour includes shared return transport from Cape Town, hotel pick-up and drop-off, bottled water, and an experienced tour guide.

Your whale watching adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup in Cape Town, followed by a scenic drive to Hermanus in a comfortable shared minibus. Along the way, your guide will share interesting information about the region and the whales you may encounter.

Upon arrival at Hermanus New Harbour, you'll receive a short safety and whale briefing before boarding a specially designed catamaran.

Enjoy a 2-hour boat-based whale watching experience, where you'll have the opportunity to see southern right whales, as well as humpback and Bryde's whales (season permitting). You may also spot dolphins, Cape fur seals, African penguins, and a variety of seabirds while your onboard guide provides fascinating commentary throughout the cruise.

After the boat trip, you'll have some free time to explore Hermanus before rejoining the shared transfer for the scenic return journey to Cape Town.

  1. Hermanus

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from selected hotels and accommodations within a 15 km radius of Cape Town. Please be ready at your pickup point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time. Final pickup details will be confirmed the day before your tour.

Guests staying outside this radius will still be accommodated with the same pickup arrangement. Please note this is a shared transfer and may include multiple stops along the route.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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