Cape Town Whale Watching and Penguin Boat Shared Tour

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By Aksanti Tours

Free cancellation available

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Features

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

Overview

Explore the Cape Whale Coast on this full-day shared whale watching and penguin tour from Cape Town. Your day begins with pickup from selected accommodation, followed by a scenic drive to Hermanus, where ocean and mountain views set the tone.
After a safety briefing from a whale specialist, board your boat for a whale watching cruise with the chance to spot Southern Right, Humpback whales, dolphins, and more. Enjoy light refreshments after the cruise before heading to Betty's Bay to visit the Stony Point Penguin Colony, home to endangered African penguins.
You'll have time to stop for lunch at a local restaurant before continuing the scenic drive back to Cape Town.
This shared tour offers a friendly group atmosphere, comfortable transport, and expert guiding, ideal for nature lovers looking to experience South Africa's marine wildlife and coastal scenery in one day.

Activity location

Hermanus
- 7200, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

Hermanus
- 7200, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa

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What's included, what's not

Experienced Tour-Guide
Bottled water
Shared Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Service charge
Boat-Based Whale Watching Ticket (purchased separately)
USB video of the tour (optional)

Know before you book

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Specialised infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Your whale watching adventure to Hermanus starts with a comfortable hotel pickup in Cape Town, followed by a scenic coastal drive in a shared minibus. Along the way, your guide will share insights on the region and the whales that call these waters home. At Hermanus New Harbour, you'll get a short safety and whale briefing before heading out on a specially designed catamaran for a 2-hour cruise. Southern right whales are the stars of the show, with humpback and Bryde's whales also possible depending on the season. Keep an eye out too for dolphins, Cape fur seals, African penguins, and seabirds, with your onboard guide offering commentary along the way. Back on shore, you'll have some free time to explore Hermanus before rejoining the shared transfer for the return drive to Cape Town. Please note: the whale watching boat fee is charged separately and is not included in the tour price.

Location

Activity location

Hermanus
- 7200, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

Hermanus
- 7200, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa

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