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By Paul polano tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €376 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Boat-Based Whale Watching (Weather Permitting)

    Begin your adventure with a brief on-land orientation led by our Whale Specialist guide before boarding the purpose-built catamaran at the Hermanus New Harbour. We then head out in search of the “gentle giants,” enjoying superior viewing and comfort on board. Throughout the trip, our friendly, knowledgeable crew provide personal attention while the Whale Specialist interprets marine life and explains whale behaviour as you watch them in action. A professional videographer is on hand to capture the highlights of your excursion.

    Duration: Approximately 2 Hours and 30 Minutes - Boat

    Weather Advisory: Start time or pickup time may be adjusted based on weather conditions.

    All departures are weather permitting and may be rescheduled or cancelled for safety reasons.

Activity location

  • Hermanus
    • 7200, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hermanus
    • 7200, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa

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Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 06:30
Price details
€268.03 x 2 Adults€536.06
Total
Price is €536.06

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transport
  • Inclusions
    Light refreshments
  • Inclusions
    Support Crew - Passenger Comfort
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Whale Specialist Guide - Board
  • Exclusions
    USB Film of tour (available to purchase at R390)

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Maximise your chances of seeing whales with this boat tour from Hermanus. Learn about the magnificent mammals from a whale specialist as you head out onto the water. Depending on the time of year keep an eye out for humpback, Bryde's, and southern right whales, as well as dolphins and seals.

Location

Activity location

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    Hermanus
    • 7200, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hermanus
    • 7200, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa

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