Whale Route Full Day Tour

Experience the thrill of witnessing majestic Southern Right whales up close on a whale-watching adventure! From June to November, the Cape coast comes alive with these gentle giants as they migrate to our shores to breed and give birth. During this peak season, the coastal waters are teeming with whales, and the iconic Whale Route offers the perfect vantage point to spot them. This scenic route hugs the coastline, passing through picturesque towns like Gordon's Bay, Pringle Bay, and Betty's Bay, before culminating in Hermanus, the whale-watching capital of the world. Get ready for an unforgettable encounter with these magnificent creatures!

Season: June to November  

Note: Activity is weather dependent.

Depart: 08:00 – 09:00                 
Return: 17:30

Highlights 

• Pick up at your hotel
• Gordon’s Bay, Pringle Bay & Betty’s Bay
• The Harold Porter Botanical Gardens
• Fernkloof Nature Reserve
• Hermanus
• Land Based whale watching
• Whale-watching boat trip (optional)
• Sir Lowry’s Pass
• Drop off at your hotel

 

Inclusions and Exclusions:

Includes:

•  registered tour guide
•  transport in air-conditioned vehicle
•  entrance to Harold Porter Botanical Gardens

Excludes:

•  lunch
•  boat trip

 

Tour Details

A thrilling way to see the magnificent Southern Right whales that visit the Cape from June to November to mate and give birth. During this time, the whales are plentiful along these shores. The well-known Whale Route, which hugs the coast and passes by Gordon's Bay, Pringle Bay, and Betty's Bay on its way to Hermanus, which is the best destination to watch these animals.

1. Fernkloof Nature Reserve & Harold Porter Botanical Gardens

The stunning Fernkloof Nature Reserve, which covers 2000 hectares of coastal fynbos and mountain fynbos and is home to numerous birds and small mammals, is seen as part of our Cape Town tour. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens is a must-see.

2. Hermanus

As one of the world's top whale-watching destinations, Hermanus offers the perfect vantage point to witness these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. Watch in awe as they frolic, breach, and play in the waves.

3. Whale Watching - The Southern Right Whale

With only around 3000 individuals remaining, the Southern Right whale is a rare and precious sight and its a privilege to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.