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- Time slot selected might not be guaranteed / available. Should it happen that the time slot you have selected is not available we will let you know immediately and advise alternative time(s) available.
- Meeting time is 30 min prior to your booked time.
Eg. If you are booked for 9 am , you need to be there by 8:30 am. - We require a minimum of 2 guests in order to operate transport (at additional cost).
Join in an incredible experience of whale watching in Cape Town to see the Southern Right Whales which are the main species of whales visiting the shores of Hermanus.
They sometimes breach clear of the water or beat the surface with their tails and bulls may grow incredibly up to 17 metres long and weigh nearly 50 tonnes - this activity gives you the ability to get up close and personal with these majestic creatures.
Essential info
Length | 1.5 - 3 Hours |
Start & End point | Hermanus |
Price | R 1 300.00 pp |
Departs | Jun - Dec (weather dependant) 9am, 12pm and 3pm |
Experience a close encounter with the gentle giants of the ocean by joining us on an informative and educational whale watching trip.
Description
Our permit entitles us to approach the whales up to 50m and then we stop to observe, it is then up to the whales to approach closer. Being naturally curious, the whales often come right up to the boat. It is definitely ‘a magical experience to be treasured’.
The whale watching trip begins with an on-land briefing presented by our whale specialist guide before heading down the jetty to our catamaran. We then set off from the Hermanus New Harbour in search of the ‘gentle giants.’ During the tour our friendly, knowledgeable crew adds that personal touch to ensure an all-round great experience, from ensuring you don’t miss the perfect photo opportunities to serving complimentary light refreshments.
Our Whale Specialist guide will interpret the marine life encountered en route and provide insight into the behaviour of the whales while you are watching them in action. Our videographer will ensure that the best footage is captured.
Hermanus Whale Watching season
The peak whale season runs from June to mid – December, annually. The exact date all depends when the star performers arrive and depart.
Duration
The boat based whale watching trip is from 1hr 30m – 3hrs maximum. It depends on traveling time to the whales on that trip; the time spent with them is the same. The duration of the trip is normally an averages at 2 hours.
Trip departure times
We depart daily at 9am; 12pm and 3pm.
Arrival time is 30minutes before departure for the on-land safety briefing presented by our whale specialist guide.
For private charters and group bookings the additional trip time of 6h30 or 17h00 can be requested dependent on time of year.
Trip features
- Purpose built catamaran
- All ages welcome
- Whale specialist guide on board
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions: Complimentary Bottled Water.
Exclusions: Souvenir Movie of your trip including bonus chapters of ‘Hermanus & the surrounds’ and our short film documentary, ‘the Whale Season’.
Return Transfers from Cape Town & Hermanus can be arranged; please contact us for rates and availability.
Entrance fee into the New Harbour, payable in cash to the Harbour Authority (R5).
What to bring
Sea sick tablets should be taken in advance as per packet instructions- if necessaryDepending on the weather a beanie & scarf / sunscreen & cap Camera (No Drones/UVA permitted, Tripods & Binoculars are not advised)
What to wear
Weather appropriate clothing and a windbreakerSensible footwear (For ladies flat shoes are recommended)
Booking conditions
General/Standard cancellation policy
- Cancellation outside 14 days prior to tour date:
100% credit as Travel Credit / 95% refund - Cancellation 14-7 days prior to tour date:
100% credit as Travel Credit / 80% refund - Cancellation 3-6 days prior to tour date:
50% refund - Cancellation 2 days prior to tour date, late arrivals or “no show”:
No refund / Full fee charged
* The general / standard cancellation policy applies to all products excluding specific Packages, Kruger Tours and Private/Custom made tours.
* All transaction / transfer fees and/or forex conversion costs charged by the banks during the refund process will be billed to you (client).
* Refunds and Travel Credit values are calculated in our local ZAR (South African Rand) currency. Transaction values in your own currency could be affected due to bank fees and currency exchange fluctuations. Refunds are usually made back to the original source of payment method.
* The Travel Credit option may be selected up till 7 days prior to your start / departure date. The travel credit should be used within a 24 month period from the issue date unless stated otherwise. Where a travel credit option is selected, payment in FULL must be made to Cape Xtreme if the booking was made through a Travel Agent. Please be advised that a travel credit is selected instead of a cancellation charge and will result in no refunds being issued. After the travel credit has been selected no further alterations can be made / no refunds will be issued should you make any changes again.
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