4 Days Hermanus Whale Watching Tour South Africa
- Overview
- Tour Details
The little town of Hermanus, two hours east of Cape Town, is widely regarded as the best land-based whale watching site in the world. Between June and November, southern right whales calve and play in Walker Bay – often within meters of the cliff path that runs the length of town.
This four-day family-friendly trip combines land-based whale watching, a boat-based whale tour, and time exploring the surrounding wine valleys and beaches.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Cape Town to Hermanus
Drive along Clarence Drive to Hermanus. Cliff path whale walk on arrival.\n\nMeals: Dinner
Day 2: Boat Whale Tour
Morning boat-based whale tour. Afternoon free for beaches.\n\nMeals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 3: Wine & Whales
Hemel-en-Aarde wine tasting with continued whale spotting from estates.\n\nMeals: Breakfast & Wine Tasting
Day 4: Return
Final cliff walk, drive back to Cape Town.\n\nMeals: Breakfast
What's Included
- 3 nights guesthouse accommodation
- Boat-based whale tour
- Wine valley tour
- All transfers
- Daily breakfast
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Most lunches & dinners
- Tips
Additional Notes
Best whale season: June - November (especially Sept - Oct). Boat trip weather dependent.
Important Information
- This tour is organized by the tour operator.
- The exact itinerary sequence, details, and pricing of this tour depend on availability.
- If a selected accommodation is fully booked, the operator will recommend a comparable alternative.
- The operator reserves the right to adjust the rates advertised on this website.