Cape Town: Hermanus Whale Watching with Free Pickup and Drop-off｜South Africa

After morning pickup from your hotel in Cape Town, drive through beautiful landscapes, mountain views, and small towns for 1 hour 30 minutes to Hermanus, known for its whales. Enjoy a 2–3-hour whale-watching tour, walk around Hermanus Waterfront and Museum, and optionally stop at Benguela Cove for a light lunch.

Ocean safaris and whale watching usually come alive with the arrival of majestic southern right and humpback whales from June to December.

Join our boat ocean safari and enjoy a whale-watching tour in Hermanus, an area with the highest concentration of whales on the South African coastline.

Look for southern right whales in their natural environment, along with dolphins, Cape fur seals, and other marine life.

Keep an eye out for humpback, minke, and Bryde's whales frolicking in the ocean. Along the way, hear commentary about whales and facts about right whales. Learn about the habitats and their feeding processes.

Catch a glimpse of the beautiful orcas, false killer whales, and enchanting African penguins. This tour offers a great selection of marine life and allows you to get an up-close look at wild animals. After the boat trip, optionally stop at Benguela Cove for a light meal before heading back to Cape Town.