An Excursion to Explore Whales in Hermanus from Cape Town, Western Cape
- 9 Hours
- Basic
- Free Cancellation
Join a guided boat cruise from Cape Town to see Southern right whales, dolphins, and penguins in real-time on a full-day Cape Town, Hermanus Whale Watching Private Tour. Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting in Hermanus with hotel pick-up and drop-off.
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Whale watching private guided tour in Hermanus is famously known for its magnificent coastline that offers spectacular views of ocean giant creatures, the likes of dolphins, seals and whales. It is also one of the 12 recognized whale watching sites by world wildlife fund. During the whale season, between June and December the tour offers a unique experience with boat and onshore wale watching. Relax with a stop at Spier Wine Farm for some wine and chocolate pairing with spectacular views and 5* restaurants serving delicious cape cuisines.
TOUR FEATURES
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Private Tour
Private trip, only you & your party
Starting Time
At around 6:30 AM, flexible
Flexibility
Customize it according to your needs
Wheel Chair
Wheel chair accessible
Ages
All ages can participate- Children should be accompanied atleat by 1 adult
Languages Offered
English & French
Payement
Direct online payment is available
ITINERARY
You will be collected from your hotel in Cape Town at 06:00am, the driver will call you once he is at the Lobby. Please note that collection from the airport only applies to multi-day tours.
The pick-up time from your hotel will be communicated to you 24 hours in advance, which is usually around 6:00 AM, in a private vehicle with a private tour guide pick-up in Cape Town as we set off for our Hermanus Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip. Travel at your own comfort with Wi-Fi and Bottled water provided on board.
Upon arrival at Hermanus, you will be required to sign a consent form then there will be a briefing from an experienced qualified skipper and a bit of educational lesson regarding the whales. You will then board on a shared marine safari of 2-3 hours. As soon as the whales are sported, the skipper will stop the boat for everyone to see these amazing sea lions up close, take pictures and continue to spot more whales. After the boat trip, guests will return to the harbor and proceed to our next destination, upon return you can purchase a video of your tour at the kiosk.
Breathtakingly beautiful wine estate serving award-winning and iconic art of creation wines from a variety of chardonnay & Pint noir. Here we will stop on our way back from whale watching for some fast light lunch (at your own account) and wine tasting. The price for wine tasting varies from R10-R50. Also kindly advise 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations.
On our way back from Hermanus, we will stop at the majestic Spier wine farm for wine tasting and chocolate pairing. Here you will get the opportunity to taste Spier signature award-winning wines like Cap Clasique, 21 Cables, Seaward and many more. There is also KIDS tasting where they will have the opportunity for Grape Juice tasting including 2 different grape juices and an educational activity sheet, they can also play with animals as there is wildlife rescure, rehabilitation & conservation center with veriety of animals from eagles to owls, raptiles, bearded dragon, parots and so many more. If they are scared of the wild animals, there is also a very nice comfortable play area for them.
After we done at Spier, we will return back to Cape Town for your Hotel Drop off, and this concludes our full day whale watching tour.
HIGHLIGHTS
- See families of migratory southern right whales at close range.
- Enjoy a private transfer from cape town just for you and your party.
- Taste the best wines produced in Hermanus and Stellenbosch, home of the best pinot noir.
INCLUSIONS
- Private transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- WiFi on board.
- Bottled water.
- Passenger Liability Cover.
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Entry to Whale Watching.
- Blue badge Guide/Driver.
- Toll Fees.
- Parking Fees.
EXCLUSIONS
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- Wine Tasting fees(from R70-R120).
RATES
Not ApplicableEASY CANCELLATION POLICY
If you cancel up to 24 hours before the activity begins, you will receive a 100% refund.
Book NowPrice from: R4999
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COVID-19 SAFETY POLICY.
You are requested to adhere to the following policy as per South Africa’s COVID-19 guidelines:
- We provide each traveller with a Face mask
- Mandatory for all travellers to wear a Face mask in public areas
- Mandatory for all guides to wear a Face mask in public areas
- Social distancing will be enforced throughout tours & transfers
- We provide each traveller and guide with a pocket size sanitizer
- All our Guides are required to wash their hands regularly
- Sanitizing stations are present in all public places & attractions
- Vehicles regularly sanitized and mounted with Sanitizing dispenser
- Staff member’s temperatures checked everyday
- Travellers’ temperatures checked and recorded at pick up point
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