Hermanus Whale Watching and Wine Tasting Private Tour

5.0
(7 reviews)

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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.

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
Meals and drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Wine tasting costs

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

At the lobby of the client's hotel. The guide will display his/her badge with his/her name on it and will liaise with the receptionist/concierge to meet the client.

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Meeting point

Please have a seat in front of the hotel and switch your phone on to communicate with your guide.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • Hermanus (Pass by)

    Enjoy a 90-minutes scenic drive via Sir Lowry's Pass, from Cape Town To Hermanus, a stunningly beautiful seaside town known as the best whale-watching destination on earth.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Situated beyond the superb Hottentots Holland Mountains, The Elgin Valley is surrounded by olive groves, vineyards, farms of apples and pears, picturesque orchards and rivers.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Embark on a 3-hour whale watching boat and have an unforgettable experience with the 'Gentle Giants" Southern Right whales and Hampbacks, Dolphins, Seals, Penguins and plenty of birdlife.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Enjoy a peaceful lunch at one of the best restaurants on the scenic shores of Hermanus

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Enjoy wine tasting in the spectacular high hills of Hemel-en-Aarde mountains range. This is one of the top wine farms in South Africa. A wine range of great distinction and finesse awaits for you.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Stoney Point Nature Reserve is home to a unique colony of the rare African Penguins. This is an opportunity to see these wonderful flightless birds up close, in their natural habitat.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On your way back to Cape Town, you will drive through one of the world's most scenic drives, R44/Clarence Drive, the Overberg's Whale Coast Route. Admire the craggy mountains, decorated by colorful fynbos and saluted by rolling waves along white sandy beaches of the False Bay. The drive takes 90 minutes approximately.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Golden Eagle

Tags

Day Trips
Wine Tastings
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Wine Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Spring Break
Involves Animals
New Product
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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