Hermanus Whale Watching

WHALE SEASON June – December

All the Hermanus Whale Watching boat options to choose from in one place. Whale Cruises, Eco Marine Sightings, Unique and unforgettable experiences.

The Southern Right whales visit the shores of  Hermanus  from June to November before migrating back to Antarctica. Spectacular sightings are possible from the boats to observe these mammals at close quarters.

Duration: 2 Hours (1h30-3hrs)
Important: Arrival time is 30 minutes prior
Entrance fee into the New Harbour, payable in cash to the Harbour Authority (R5)

Hermanus Whale Watching Cost 2019 

Adults: R 900.00
Children U14:  R 450.00
Children U5:  R 0.00

Hermanus Whale Watching Boat Options

for more options on each Hermanus whale watching boat options, follow the book now bottom for detailed itineraries and images

Southern Right Charters
Amount of people: 1 – 60
Trip times:  09h00 | 12h00 | 15h00
 

Hermanus Whale Watchers
Amount of people: 1 – 36
Trip times: 07h00 | 09h00 | 11h00 |14h00 |16h00

Hermanus Whale Cruises
Amount of people: 1 – 81
Trip times: 09h00 | 12h00 | 14h00 | 16h00

What you could encounter during your trip 

PEAK WHALE SEASON | JUNE – DECEMBER

Hermanus is lucky to the host the bulk of the Southern Right Whales that migrate to the South African coastline. In addition the Humpback and Brydes whales can be seen during the Peak season.

The trips are focused on searching and spending time with the whales but your tour can extend in a marine safari with sightings of seals, dolphins and a variety of marine birds including the African penguin.

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