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Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

Experience an up, close and personal encounter with the ‘gentle giants’ of the ocean that promises to be an ‘experience to be treasured.’ From June to December you will mostly enco…

Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from 15th JUNE 2026

Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from 15th JUNE 2026

From 15th JUNE to 30th NOV, 2026 WHALE WATCHING WALKING TOURS - in Hermanus, South Africa - - Whale Watching Walking Tours of Hermanus take you on a gentle walk along our very s…

Approx. 180 minutesView on Viator →
Marine Big 5 Safari with transport from Hermanus

Marine Big 5 Safari with transport from Hermanus

We operate from Gansbaai around the world-famous Dyer Island where you might be so fortunate to see the Marine Big 5 – the Southern Right Whale/Humpback/Bryde’s Whales, various sha…

Approx. 300 minutesView on Viator →
Shark Cage Diving and Viewing with transport from Hermanus

Shark Cage Diving and Viewing with transport from Hermanus

You may think you’re a fear-defying thrill lover, but can you handle the ultimate heart-pounding experience? Find out in Gansbaai by cage diving with various shark species. This fu…

Approx. 360 minutesView on Viator →
Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer

Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer

After 20 years of photographing and observing the behavioural patterns of the Southern Right Whales that visit Walker Bay annually, I consider myself a Whale behavioural specialist…

Approx. 150 minutesView on Viator →
Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide

Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide

Explore unique vineyards in South African wine country on a perfect day out amongst the vines. Benguela Cove Wine Estate boasts the longest stretch of ocean facing vineyards (2.6km…

Approx. 60 minutesView on Viator →

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