Whale Watching Trip and Experience in Hermanus.
Whale Season? The Southern Right Whales arrive in Hermanus around June and remain in the Hermanus area until November. During this time, Hermanus Whale Watchers runs daily whale-watching trips from New Harbour. As whale watching is such a memorable experience, seating on the vessel is limited, so it is advisable to contact us to book this incredible experience today!
Duration: Usually 1.5 – 2 hours, sometimes longer, depending on the whales
Departure times: 9h00, 11h00, 14h00 and 16h00
Trip times might vary due to weather and tide conditions.
Hermanus Whale Watchers Futures:
…meet the southern right whales in Hermanus close to Cape Town.
The tour starts at our orange office on your right-hand side as you enter the New Harbour. You will be welcomed by our very friendly and efficient Kylin and Angelique who will set the scene for a memorable trip. Sylvias’ freshly brewed coffee is complimentary, and so are the toilet facilities and WiFi. Peter will be your tour guide and will start the tour with a short briefing to introduce you to the whales and other marine wildlife you might encounter.
You will enjoy the beautiful view over Walkerbay during the 2-minute walk down to the boat. Once on board your guide, Peter, will give an orientation briefing about the trip, safety, and facilities on board as well as introduce you to the crew, Skipper Freddie, Marius, Bongani & Damian.
In this exhilarating one-and-a-half to two-hour boat-based whale watching voyage, you will discover Walker Bay’s wonderful wildlife, stunning coastline, and famous whales. Depending on conditions and recent sightings, you could find yourself exploring the coast towards De Plaat or the sandy beaches of Hawston, in search of the stars of the whale watching trip – Southern Right Whales. On the way to our whale-watching area, we regularly encounter two different whale species inhabiting these waters, Humpback and Bryde’s whales. Each trip is different, which makes the experience even more exciting! When we set out from the harbour we never know exactly what kind of whales wait for us out at sea on that particular day.
On the return trip, you can enjoy the boat ride and the magnificent coastline and mountain ranges. The guides are always on hand to advise on the different points of interest on the coastline.
As we are interacting with wild animals, it is possible, especially at the beginning of the season, that no Whales will be encountered as they might be offshore in deeper waters.
Cancellation Policy:
No two days on the ocean are ever the same with Hermanus Whale Watchers. One moment, a Southern Right Whale might burst through the surface in a spectacular breach, and the next, dolphins could be racing the bow in playful harmony with the boat. Seals often drift lazily beside us or sunbathe on the rocks along the Walker Bay coastline. This is the magic of the wild — no scripted show, just pure nature unfolding in its own time. Every trip tells a different story, and every sighting becomes a memory you’ll never forget.
Whether it’s your first trip or your tenth, the ocean always has something new to offer. Our experienced crew, comfortable boat and passion for marine wildlife ensure a safe and unforgettable adventure for all ages.
Whale season fills up fast — don’t miss your chance to witness these moments up close.
👉 Book your tour now at: ONLINE BOOKING
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