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Hermanus Whale Watching and Wine Tasting Private Tour
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2 Ratings
Cape Town
Hermanus has been recognized by the WWF (World Wildlife Fund) as one of the 12 best whale watching destinations in the world. Hermanus is the mating and breeding grounds of the Southern Right Whale from June to November. It is a chance to encounter and spend a moment with these marine giants, and informative and educational whale watching experience.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Hermanus - Enjoy a 90-minute scenic drive via Sir Lowry’s Pass from Cape Town to Hermanus, a breathtaking seaside town renowned as the world’s premier whale-watching destination.
- Elgin Valley Honey - Nestled beyond the magnificent Hottentots Holland Mountains, the Elgin Valley is encircled by olive groves, vineyards, apple and pear farms, charming orchards, and rivers.
- Hermanus Whale Cruises - Set off on a 3-hour whale-watching boat tour and have an unforgettable encounter with the ‘Gentle Giants’ Southern Right whales and Humpbacks, along with dolphins, seals, penguins, and abundant birdlife.
- Lemonicious - Savor a tranquil lunch at one of the finest restaurants on the picturesque shores of Hermanus.
- Creation Wines - Delight in wine tasting in the stunning high hills of the Hemel-en-Aarde mountain range. This is one of South Africa’s top wine estates, offering a range of wines of great distinction and finesse.
- Stony Point Nature Reserve - Stony Point Nature Reserve hosts a unique colony of rare African Penguins. This is a chance to observe these wonderful flightless birds up close in their natural environment.
- Clarence Drive - On your return to Cape Town, travel along one of the world’s most scenic routes, R44/Clarence Drive, part of the Overberg’s Whale Coast Route. Marvel at the rugged mountains adorned with colorful fynbos and greeted by rolling waves along the white sandy beaches of False Bay. The drive takes approximately 90 minutes.
What's Included
- Accredited tourist guide/driver
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Entry fee at Stoney Point Penguins Colony
- Boat-based whale-watching costs
- Air-conditioned vehicle with fuel
What's Not Included
- Meals and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
- Wine tasting costs
Location
The Silo Hotel
Please have a seat in front of the hotel and switch your phone on to communicate with your guide.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Kagararar
Aug 12, 2024
Such a Wonderful Whale-Watching Experience! - This was a wonderful experience. From our hotel in Cape Town Central, we drove to Hermanus Harbor. We arrived early in the morning. We had a cup of coffee and were briefly briefed about the boat trip. About a 1/2 mile from the harbor, hundreds of Bottlenose dolphins started racing against our boat. It was awe-inspiring. We took lots of close pictures and video. To our big surprise, two Humpback whales appeared, heading to our boat. Sighting was very close indeed. We also spotted a couple of Brydes, even from the cliff after the boat trip We did not have a chance to spot any Southern Right however. Learning more about whales and their behavior was such an interesting experience.
Thank you Golden Eagle, thank you Southern Right Charters. Thank you Jean & Joe.
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Stay41282309498
Aug 7, 2024
MOTHER CITY EXPERIENCE - excellent service , loved it seeing nature in its fullness , it was an amazing experience.
Enjoy every moment of it with my husband all the way from Canada.
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