Hermanus Whale Watching & Penguins Private Tour

Simon's Town, Cape Town



Explore the Cape Whale Coast on a private tour from Cape Town. Visit Hermanus for land-based whale watching, and see the African Penguin colony at Betty's Bay.

Highlights

  • Explore the Cape Whale Coast on a private tour from Cape Town
  • Visit Hermanus, one of the world's top whale-watching destinations
  • See the African Penguin colony at Betty's Bay from elevated boardwalks
  • Enjoy a flexible itinerary with a professional local guide
  • Travel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water

Description

Begin your tour with a pickup from your accommodation in Cape Town. Travel along the spectacular Cape Whale Coast to Hermanus, internationally renowned as one of the world's best land-based whale-watching destinations. During whale season (June to November), witness majestic Southern Right Whales from Hermanus' scenic cliff paths. Continue to Betty's Bay, home to a protected colony of endangered African Penguins, where elevated boardwalks provide excellent opportunities to observe these charming birds in their natural habitat. Enjoy the comfort of a luxury air-conditioned vehicle and the flexibility of a private tour designed exclusively for your group of up to 13 guests. Your professional registered guide will share fascinating stories about the region's history, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery while ensuring you have plenty of time for photographs and sightseeing.

Includes

Private transportation up to 13 passengers Professional registered tour guide Luxury air-conditioned vehicle Hotel pickup and drop-off within the Cape Town area Booking your whale watching cruise if there are any spots available Flexible itinerary

Excludes

Meals and beverages Personal expenses Gratuities

Important Information

  • Whale sightings are seasonal and cannot be guaranteed. Boat cruises are subject to weather conditions and availability. Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera are recommended. Once you booked our shuttle to Hermanus for whale watch we book your spot on the whale boat cruise with your permission to secure your spot. Travellers pay the Whale cruise boat once we arrived at the whale boat station.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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