Whale watching tour from Cape Town

5.0 (1 reviews) Cape Town, South Africa
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable private journey that blends marine adventure, coastal charm, and the beauty of the Cape Winelands. Your professional, licensed guide ensures a seamless, luxury experience from start to finish.

Begin your day with a scenic drive along the Cape coastline before boarding a boat with an expert crew to witness whales up close in their natural habitat (seasonal). After the cruise, explore the picturesque town of Hermanus, famous for its beauty and laid-back charm, and indulge in a delicious seaside lunch.

The adventure continues as the landscapes shift to the Cape Winelands. Here, you’ll enjoy visits to award-winning estates. Guests may choose between wine tastings or a variety of non-alcoholic pairings such as grape juice tastings, sparkling non-alcoholic wines, artisanal cordials, or coffee/tea experiences.

This all-inclusive tour offers comfort, exclusivity, and unforgettable memories—perfect for travellers seeking the ultimate Cape experience.

What's included

  • 1 bottled water per person
  • Qualified English tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Teas and coffee offered along the tour with muffins, Biscuits or Rusck.
  • Whale watching boat fee is included
  • Lunch is at own account, Our tour guide will be happy to assist with the best restaurants in the area.
  • You may ask your hotel to pack breakfast for you as we will depart Cape Town at 06:00 am before breakfast is served. Our team will offer you teas and coffees along the way with Biscuits, Rusk, muffins
  • Dinner is not included as you will be back at the hotel before 18:00 pm.
  • WiFi on board
  • Gratuities
  • Wine tasting fees are not included. The wine estates want to be paid directly upon arrival by cash.

What to expect

  1. Hermanus
    Pass by
    After picking you up from your hotel in Cape Town. We drive to Hermanus. As soon as we arrive in Hermanus we board on a boat for a Whale watching experience. The drive from Cape Town altogether with Whale watching will take up to 4 hours. The tour guide will provide coffee and rusks or muffins as you will depart Cape Town early before breakfast.
  2. 2h · Admission ticket not included
    As soon as you are back on the harbour from whale watching. Your tour guide will give you time to enjoy Lunch on one of the restaurants within the Central limit. After lunch you will be transferred to Bartho Eksteen Wine Estate for a wine tasting experience.
  3. Hamilton Russell Vineyards
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    From Bartho Wine Estate you will visit Hamilton Russell for another wine tasting experience. This will be the end of the tour then you will depart back to Cape Town. This Experience together with driving back to Cape Town will take 2 hours.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The Operations team will contact you via WhatsApp or Viator chat platform a day before the tour. We will send you a text message with all the pick-up details and meeting instructions. We would also send you the Vehicle registration number and the tour guide's phone number. You might also be asked to wait at the Hotel Lobby or hotel entrance.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for seasick passengers.

Cancellation policy

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

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