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Hermanus Whale Watchers

Boat-based whale watching encounters around Hermanus, near Cape Town in the Overberg.

How to Enjoy Hermanus Whale Watchers

Whale Watchers in Hermanus offers you the chance to experience the rush of a close encounter with the planet’s largest mammals, a memorable experience that will open up a whole new world. Our permits allow us to get 50m from the whales and often when they see us, their inquisitive nature brings them closer.

The Whale Watchers’ boat has capacity for 36 passengers and is completely wheelchair friendly. The vessel is fully equipped and the twin hull provides superior stability ensuring your safety and comfort. Our Whale Watchers guides and crew are SAMA registered, highly experienced and multilingual.

What people say

A good trip started off nicely with a coffee and a muffin. The team were really respectful of the an...  -  Chelsea Clark.

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What people say about Hermanus Whale Watchers.

Chelsea Clark

A good trip started off nicely with a coffee and a muffin. The team were really respectful of the animals whilst still ensuring guests could see them.

Chelsea Clark experienced the Whale Watching


Vania Pezzanera

Was it a interesting expirience

Vania Pezzanera experienced the Whale Watching


Polepole Adventures and Tours - Michelle

Thanks Kaylin for awesome service. Perfect follow up and regular check ins made for a seamless adventure! Our guests had the time of their lives. Thank you Crew and Land Staff! We'll be back soon!

Polepole Adventures and Tours - Michelle experienced the Whale Watching


Ross Dingwall

Excellent trip. Fantastic close up whale and seals sightings. The staff were very informative and keen to share their knowledge.

Ross Dingwall experienced the Whale Watching


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