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9 Whale Watching in Hermanus That Justify the Drive

9 tours  ·  from $58 a head

Good whale watching in Hermanus fill up well ahead in high season, and the best go first. These 9 cover what each one includes, what it costs and how they differ.

Hermanus: Boat Based Whale Watching Experience - Arriving at Hermanus New Harbour
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Hermanus: Boat Based Whale Watching Experience

1.Boat Based Whale Watching Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,180 reviews · 1h 30m · from $93Our pick

Review of Hermanus boat-based whale watching, with practical tips on timing, wildlife, weather, value, and what to expect on Walker Bay.

“It was focussed on the whales, nothing else. Guide and team were great! I will keep this moments forever.”

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Hermanus: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip - Leaving Walker Bay on a purpose-built catamaran
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Hermanus: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip

2.Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 807 reviews · 2 hours · from $98

Review of Hermanus whale and dolphin watching with Southern Right Charters, including sightings, boat comfort, price, timing, and practical tips.

“What a beautiful experience: From the expert introduction to Hermanus' whales by Ken, to the explanations of Jacques and the Crew taking care of us and making sure to keep watching out for marine life, this tour was great. Not only did we find ourselves in the middle of a large school of dolphins and did spot a whale while it was already end of season. I also felt the Crew did run the tour with expertise, ensuring to not chase the animals but give them space to approach us.”

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Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus - Boarding the catamaran at Hermanus New Harbour
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Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

3.Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 205 reviews · from $91

Review of Hermanus boat-based whale watching, with Southern Right whales, dolphins, expert guiding, practical tips, pricing, and seasonal advice.

“Our family had an amazing day of whale watching. Great crew and very informative tour. Sighted many Southern Right Whales up close to the boat. Also saw dolphins. Highly recommend this trip to anyone.”

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Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2025 - Starting at The Whale House Museum
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Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) – from JUNE 2025

4.Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) – from JUNE 2025

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $57Best value

See Hermanus whales from quiet coastal paths with a private guide, museum visit, air-conditioned transport, and flexible land-based viewing.

“Percy Tours is the best company to book your tours in Hermanus and S. Africa: knowledgeable, with great humour and truly looking after you and making your experience worthwhile. We had 2 tours with Percy and both excellent: we learnt aRead more”

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Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer - Walking the 15-metre-high Hermanus Cliff Path
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Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer

From Cape Town: Full Day Hermanus Whale Watching Tour - The morning pickup and ride from Cape Town
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From Cape Town: Full Day Hermanus Whale Watching Tour

6.Full Day Hermanus Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 20 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $120

Review of Cape Town’s Hermanus whale watching tour, with coastal views, shore sightings, wine or penguins, pricing, timing, and practical tips.

“Pas du tout la prestation demandée, à aucun moment il était notifié qu'il y avait le bateau à prendre, seul chose intéressante de la journée mais 120€ pour deux en plus à payer. Pas de dégustation de vin comme notifié. payer 155€ pour deux juste pour l'aller retour c'est du vol, on aurait mieux fait d'y aller avec notre voiture de location. Une véritable arnaque”

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Shark & Whale Trip Combo - The shark cage experience in Gansbaai
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Shark & Whale Trip Combo

7.Shark & Whale Trip Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 3 hours · from $283

Review of Cape Shark Adventures’ Gansbaai shark cage and whale trip, with practical timing, safety, value, wildlife, and booking advice.

“It was an awesome experience! We loved it! The entire crew and team were so supportive and welcoming. Totally worth it! Everything very planned and organized, towels, bath, food. We really recommend Cape Shark Adventures for Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town!”

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Cape Town: Hermanus Whale Watching Shared Boat & Penguins - The road from Cape Town to Hermanus
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Cape Town: Hermanus Whale Watching Shared Boat & Penguins

Hermanus: Whale Watching and Wine Testing - Starting the morning with private hotel pickup
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Hermanus: Whale Watching and Wine Testing

9.Whale Watching and Wine Testing

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 5 reviews · 8 hours · from $274

Review of Hermanus whale watching and wine tasting, with private transport, Walker Bay boat tour, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“Our guide Joseph was excellent, very informative and gave us plenty of time to relax and enjoy each part of the tour.”

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