Hermanus Whale Watching Boat Cruise & Penguins from Cape Town

Enjoy a full-day shared whale watching tour from Cape Town to Hermanus, including a boat-based whale watching cruise and a visit to the Stony Point Penguin Colony. Travel with shared transfers from Cape Town, cruise into Walker Bay to search for Southern Right whales and other marine life, and enjoy one of the Western Cape’s most popular coastal wildlife experiences in one day. • Shared full-day Hermanus whale watching tour from Cape Town • Boat-based whale watching cruise included in the tour price • Search for Southern Right whales, dolphins, seals, seabirds, and seasonal marine life • Visit Stony Point Penguin Colony in Betty’s Bay • See African Penguins from the reserve boardwalks • Enjoy scenic coastal views along the Cape Whale Coast • Convenient shared pickup and drop-off from Cape Town • Great seasonal wildlife tour for nature lovers, couples, families, and first-time visitors

1. 1

   Cape Town Central

   2.5 hours

   Begin with shared pickup from selected Cape Town hotels and accommodation. Pickup times may vary depending on the number of guests and collection points. Travel from Cape Town towards Hermanus, passing scenic mountain and coastal landscapes along the way. The route may vary depending on road conditions, weather, and the day’s whale watching cruise schedule.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   2 hours

   Board a whale watching vessel in Hermanus for a boat-based marine wildlife experience in Walker Bay. Search for Southern Right whales during whale season, as well as possible sightings of Humpback whales, Bryde’s whales, dolphins, seals, seabirds, and other marine life. The boat cruise duration depends on sea conditions and the location of marine activity on the day.

3. 3

   Hermanus Cliff Path

   1 hour

   After the boat cruise, enjoy free time in Hermanus for lunch at own account or a short walk along the coastal area, depending on the day’s timing and sea conditions. Look out for the whale crier who alerts us where to spot the whales from the shoreline.

4. 4

   Stony Point Nature Reserve

   1 hour

   Visit the Stony Point Penguin Colony, one of the Western Cape’s best places to see African Penguins. Walk along the boardwalks and enjoy views of the penguins and coastal scenery.

5. 5

   Cape Town Central

   2.5 hours

   Relax on the shared return transfer to Cape Town. Drop-off will be at your original pickup point or selected Cape Town accommodation.

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.