Cape Town Whale Watching Boat Tour
Experience Close Encounters with Southern Right Whales on a Cape Town Whale Watching Adventure
people
1 participant
hours
- • Whale Watching Adventure in Hermanus, South Africa
- • Enjoy a 6-Hour All-Inclusive Whale Watching Experience
- • Encounter the Largest Whales in the Cape Town Region
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on a breathtaking journey with the Hermanus Whale Watching Small Group Tour, a unique opportunity to witness the majestic Southern Right Whale in its natural habitat. Departing from the vibrant city of Cape Town, this tour leads to Hermanus, famously known as the Whale Watching Capital of South Africa. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you prepare for an unforgettable encounter with these ocean giants. Enjoy seamless transportation and hassle-free experiences with included pick-up and drop-off services, making this adventure as convenient as it is thrilling.
The experience kicks off with a scenic drive along the N2 national road, offering captivating views en route to Hermanus. Upon arrival at New Harbour, a knowledgeable Whale Specialist will provide an engaging briefing before setting sail on a boat trip that lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours. With a skilled crew dedicated to ensuring the closest encounters, prepare to be amazed as Southern Right Whales, Humpback Whales, and even playful dolphins might grace your view. This small group tour guarantees an intimate experience, allowing for plenty of opportunities to capture stunning photographs of these magnificent creatures against the backdrop of the ocean.
This memorable whale-watching adventure makes an excellent gift for loved ones seeking to connect with nature and explore wildlife in a truly enchanting way. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or holiday surprise, the Hermanus Whale Watching Small Group Tour offers a unique and thoughtful experience that will be cherished forever. Give the gift of an adventure that creates lasting memories and inspires appreciation for the incredible marine life that graces the waters of South Africa.
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Experience Overview:
Hermanus Whale Watching Small Group Tour From Cape TownImmerse yourself in nature and come face-to-face with the Southern Right Whale on a small group whale-watching shared boat trip with hotel pick-up and drop-off from Cape Town to Hermanus, the Whale Watching Capital of South Africa. Observe Southern Right Whales in their natural environment. Benefit from an all-inclusive experience to see these ocean giants including transfers and entrance fees to the whale-watching boat trip encounter.
What's included:
- Shared Tour Guide/Driver, Vehicle and Fuel
- Bottled water onboard the vehicle
- Pick up and drop off at accommodation in Cape Town
- Shared Whale watching boat trip
Not included:
- Refreshments and Gratuities (optional) @ R100,00
What to expect:
Duration: 6 hours
Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central
Pick up will be at your accommodation in Cape Town. Your exact pick up time will be communicated to you the day before the tour, but please prepare for an early morning of between 6:00 and 6:30am. We will drive along the N2 national road for approximately 1-hour, 30-minutes to the town of Hermanus.
1 hour, 30 minutes
Southern Right Charters
The Whale Shack New Harbour, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
Upon our arrival at New Harbour, guests will receive a briefing from a Whale Specialist who will inform them about the order of the boat trip. After the briefing, we set sail to the Whale location at sea. The crew members and the skipper will ensure up-close encounters and brilliant photo opportunities for guests to marvel at. It is said that the Southern Right Whale is the size of 10 elephants! On this boat trip, guests may encounter the Southern Right Whale, Bronze Whale, Humpback Whale, and the Bryde's Whale. They may also see Dolphins and Penguins, bearing in mind that these are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed. The whale-watching boat trip is weather and nature-dependent. The boat trip lasts for approximately 2 to 3 hours.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central
We take a scenic drive through Hermanus on our way back to Cape Town to drop off guests back at their accommodation. Driving time from Hermanus to Cape Town will be approximately 1.5-hours. There will be a comfort stop along the way for refreshments (own account) and/or restrooms.
1 hour, 30 minutes
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd
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Cape Town Whale Watching Boat Trip
people
1 participant
hours
- • Whale Watching Adventure in Hermanus, South Africa
- • Enjoy a 6-Hour All-Inclusive Whale Watching Experience
- • Encounter the Largest Whales in the Cape Town Region
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