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Hermanus Whale Cruises

Hermanus Whale Cruises

6.1
Hermanus Whale Cruisesis famous for its whale-watching cruises, where visitors can take a whale-watching boat into the bay to search for these massive marine creatures on the open sea. From June to December each year, southern right whales and humpback whales gather here, providing excellent viewing opportunities. Professional whale-watching cruise services are available, allowing visitors to observe these magnificent marine creatures up close. When whales appear near the boat, it often creates an unforgettable visual experience. Visitors may see massive mother whales swimming slowly across the water with their calves, and if they encounter an active pod, they might even see whales breaching, rolling over, or slapping the waves with their massive tail fins. The moment their massive bodies suddenly leap out of the water and crash back down is one of the most anticipated scenes during whale watching.Hermanus · 3.7km from downtown
Gearing's Point

Gearing's Point

3.8
Hermanus · 1.5km from downtown
Grotto Beach (Blue Flag)

Grotto Beach (Blue Flag)

3.1
Wide beach, fine sand, open views, and well-equipped facilities. Strolling along the coastline is a very enjoyable experience.Hermanus · 3.4km from downtown
Voëlklip Beach

Voëlklip Beach

3.1
Hermanus · 2.8km from downtown
Fernkloof Nature Reserve

Fernkloof Nature Reserve

3
Greater Hermanus · 2.2km from Hermanus
Southern Right Charters

Southern Right Charters

2.9
Hermanus · 3.6km from downtown
Onrus Beach

Onrus Beach

2.8
Greater Hermanus · 6.6km from Hermanus
Table Mountain
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in South Africa

Table Mountain

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4.8/5
400 reviews
Table Mountain is a highly recognizable natural landmark in Cape Town, famous for its distinctive flat-topped shape. The summit plateau stretches approx. 3 km from east to west, surrounded by steep cliffs and precipices, resembling a giant stone table spanning above the city when viewed from afar. The mountain, together with Devil's Peak to the east and Lion's Head and Signal Hill to the west, forms a natural arc-shaped mountain array embracing Cape Town's city center, while the Twelve Apostles extending southward along the Atlantic coast create a continuous chain of cliffs. The highest point of Table Mountain is located at the eastern end of the summit plateau, at an elevation of about 1086 m, and is marked by a stone triangulation beacon — the Maclear Beacon, built by the astronomer Sir Thomas Maclear in 1865. At the western end of the summit is the upper cable car station; the cable car line opened in 1929 and is one of the main ways to reach the top. Platteklip Gorge is a popular hiking route, and as early as 1503, explorers were already climbing Table Mountain along this path. Table Mountain is located in the heart of the Cape Floristic Region, where the vegetation is dominated by sclerophyllous shrubs and supports a large number of locally endemic plants. When the southeast wind prevails, the summit is often covered by orographic clouds, creating the famous "tablecloth cloud" spectacle — clouds cascade down from the flat summit like a white tablecloth, a representative natural phenomenon of Table Mountain. In 1998, Table Mountain and most of the natural areas of the Cape Peninsula were incorporated into Table Mountain National Park, managed uniformly by South African National Parks, and it sits within the city limits.Cape Town · 91.9km from Hermanus
Hermanus New Harbour

Hermanus New Harbour

2.8
Overberg District Municipality · 3.5km from Hermanus
Cliff Path

Cliff Path

2.8
Hermanus · 3.3km from downtown

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Cape of Good Hope
2026 Global 100 - Best Things to Do

Cape of Good Hope

8.5
4.7/5
489 reviews
Cape Town · 71.5km from Hermanus
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2-Hour Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise in Hermanus, South Africa

2-Hour Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise in Hermanus, South Africa

5.0/5
1 review
Departs from Hermanus
Duration: 2.1 hrsEnglish
FromCAD 193.42
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12 days · Walvis Bay - Namibia - South Africa - Richards Bay

12 days · Walvis Bay - Namibia - South Africa - Richards Bay

Ponant
Ponant
LE DUMONT-D'URVILLE
5
Depart from Walvis Bay
From CAD 10,959
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7D6N • Durban to CapeTown - 7 Day Garden Route Tour & Addo National Park

Level 2
7D6N • Durban to CapeTown - 7 Day Garden Route Tour & Addo National Park

5/5
1 review
EnglishPrivate Tours
From CAD 2,659
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Experiences you can't miss in Hermanus

Featured Culture & history in Hermanus

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1-day tour in Cape Town with round-trip winery tasting
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1-day tour in Cape Town with round-trip winery tasting

Duration: 5.1 hrs
English
FromCAD 160.56
South African Jewish Museum: Entry Ticket
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South African Jewish Museum: Entry Ticket

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FromCAD 15.67
1-day tour of Cape Town, Bo-Kaap, V&A Waterfront, Castle of Good Hope and church (itinerary adjustable)
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1-day tour of Cape Town, Bo-Kaap, V&A Waterfront, Castle of Good Hope and church (itinerary adjustable)

Duration: 8 hrs
English
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FromCAD 596.56
Cape Town Peninsula panoramic 1-day tour | City hotel pickup and drop-off · Chapman's Peak · Cape of Good Hope · Boulders Beach
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Cape Town Peninsula panoramic 1-day tour | City hotel pickup and drop-off · Chapman's Peak · Cape of Good Hope · Boulders Beach

Duration: 7 hrs
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FromCAD 279.64
Cape Town: Robben Island Boat Trip & Museum Tour Ticket
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Cape Town: Robben Island Boat Trip & Museum Tour Ticket

4.4/5
· 10 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
FromCAD 113.82
Cape Town: Robben Island Prison Tour from The V&A Waterfront
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Cape Town: Robben Island Prison Tour from The V&A Waterfront

4.4/5
· 34 reviews
Duration: 4.5–5 hrs
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FromCAD 107.77
Bo-Kaap and City Tour
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Bo-Kaap and City Tour

5.0/5
· 56 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
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56 consecutive positive reviews
FromCAD 64.08
Half-Day Tour Through Cape Town's Townships
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Half-Day Tour Through Cape Town's Townships

4.8/5
· 13 reviews
Duration: 3–4 hrs
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FromCAD 67.47

Featured Food & drink in Hermanus

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Cape Town departure - Franschhoek town sightseeing tour with vintage tram ride and wine tasting
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Cape Town departure - Franschhoek town sightseeing tour with vintage tram ride and wine tasting

Duration: 5 hrs
English
FromCAD 123.51
Cape Town round-trip: Franschhoek wine tram 1-day tour
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Cape Town round-trip: Franschhoek wine tram 1-day tour

Duration: 7 hrs
English
FromCAD 133.53
Sightseeing tour to Franschhoek from Cape Town, South Africa
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Sightseeing tour to Franschhoek from Cape Town, South Africa

Duration: 5 hrs
English
FromCAD 135.91
Cape Town: Hop-On Bus & Wine Tasting at Groot Constantia
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Cape Town: Hop-On Bus & Wine Tasting at Groot Constantia

4.7/5
· 10 reviews
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FromCAD 54.29
Explore Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch, & Constantia wineries.
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Explore Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch, & Constantia wineries.

5.0/5
· 3 reviews
Duration: 8 hrs
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FromCAD 210.77
Cape Town: Malay Cooking Class and Lunch in Bo-Kaap
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Cape Town: Malay Cooking Class and Lunch in Bo-Kaap

4.8/5
· 218 reviews
Duration: 2.5 hrs
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29 consecutive positive reviews
FromCAD 67.45
Stellenbosch, Franshoek ,Paarl Region (20 wine tastings)
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Stellenbosch, Franshoek ,Paarl Region (20 wine tastings)

Duration: 8 hrs
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FromCAD 69.07

Featured Day tours in Hermanus

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South Africa Hermanus whale and dolphin watching cruise tour
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South Africa Hermanus whale and dolphin watching cruise tour

Duration: 2.1 hrs
English
FromCAD 212.06
Hermanus: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip
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Hermanus: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip

4.8/5
· 125 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Free cancellation
94.4% of travelers recommend
FromCAD 133.08
South Africa Cape Town small group Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope + Boulders Beach + Bo-Kaap 1-day tour (hotel pickup)
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South Africa Cape Town small group Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope + Boulders Beach + Bo-Kaap 1-day tour (hotel pickup)

5.0/5
· 24 reviews· 283 booked
Duration: 5.2 hrs
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FromCAD 77.39
1-day tour from Cape Town to Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope and Boulders penguin beach
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1-day tour from Cape Town to Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope and Boulders penguin beach

5.0/5
· 3 reviews· 38 booked
Duration: 7 hrs
English
FromCAD 93.22
Cape Town premium small group 1-day tour, Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope + Boulders Beach, with city hotel transfers
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Cape Town premium small group 1-day tour, Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope + Boulders Beach, with city hotel transfers

5.0/5
· 2 reviews· 59 booked
Duration: 9.5 hrs
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FromCAD 131.67
Cape town day tour to table mountain, boulders beach and cape point including cape of good hope/simon's town
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Cape town day tour to table mountain, boulders beach and cape point including cape of good hope/simon's town

4.3/5
· 6 reviews· 42 booked
Duration: 9.2 hrs
English
75 travellers saved
FromCAD 138.01
Cape Town Day Tour to Cape Point + Boulders Beach
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Cape Town Day Tour to Cape Point + Boulders Beach

Duration: 7 hrs
English
FromCAD 123.51

Featured Outdoor & sports in Hermanus

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Tandem Paragliding Experience in Cape Town, South Africa - Expert Instructors/Small Group of 4
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Tandem Paragliding Experience in Cape Town, South Africa - Expert Instructors/Small Group of 4

Duration: 1 hr
English
FromCAD 256.34
1-day tour to Table Mountain, Boulders Beach and Cape Point from Cape Town, South Africa
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1-day tour to Table Mountain, Boulders Beach and Cape Point from Cape Town, South Africa

Duration: 5.4 hrs
English
FromCAD 178.97
Cape Town: Skeleton Gorge and Kirstenbosch Gardens Hike
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Cape Town: Skeleton Gorge and Kirstenbosch Gardens Hike

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 3.5 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromCAD 88.44
1-day tour to Cape of Good Hope and Penguin Island from Cape Town, South Africa
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1-day tour to Cape of Good Hope and Penguin Island from Cape Town, South Africa

Duration: 6.7 hrs
English
FromCAD 341.63
Paragliding experience in Cape Town, South Africa
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Paragliding experience in Cape Town, South Africa

Duration: 1 hr
English
FromCAD 295.02

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Group Tours in Hermanus

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7D6N • The Garden Route + Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope

Level 27D6N • The Garden Route + Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope

4.7/5
1 review
Max. 15 peopleEnglishGuaranteed departureNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedDoor-to-door pickup includedGroup Tours
Explore South Africa's Garden Route and experience Africa's wild beauty, rich wildlife, and stunning coastal scenery. · A 7-day in-depth tour of South Africa: Garden Route, Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope. · Expert English-speaking driver with personalized travel assistance for a smooth and hassle-free journey.
From CAD 2,264
8D7N • The Garden Route + Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope

Level 28D7N • The Garden Route + Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope

Max. 15 peopleEnglishGuaranteed departureNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedGroup Tours
Explore South Africa's Garden Route and experience Africa's wild beauty, rich wildlife, and stunning coastal scenery. · Take this 7-day in-depth South Africa tour through the Garden Route, Table Mountain, and the Cape of Good Hope. · Enjoy a professional English-speaking driver with personalized service for a smooth and hassle-free journey.
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5D4N • The Garden Route

Level 25D4N • The Garden Route

Max. 15 peopleEnglishGuaranteed departureNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedDoor-to-door pickup includedArr. & dep. transfers incl.Group Tours
Explore South Africa's Garden Route and experience Africa's wild beauty, rich wildlife, and stunning coastal scenery. · A 5-day journey from Cape Town to Johannesburg. · Expert English-speaking driver and personalized travel assistance.
From CAD 1,722
3D2N • From CapeTown:3-Day Botlierskop Luxury Safari with Transfers

3D2N • From CapeTown:3-Day Botlierskop Luxury Safari with Transfers

Max. 10 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Enjoy a 3-day luxury safari at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve · Relax in a luxury tented suite and enjoy included meals at the lodge · Spot the Big Five on two guided game drives with an experienced ranger
From CAD 2,959
9D8N • The Garden Route + Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope

Level 29D8N • The Garden Route + Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope

Max. 15 peopleEnglishGuaranteed departureNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedArr. & dep. transfers incl.Group Tours
Explore South Africa's Garden Route and experience Africa's wild beauty, rich wildlife, and stunning coastal scenery. · Explore South Africa's Garden Route and experience Africa's wild beauty, rich wildlife, and stunning coastal scenery. · Professional English-speaking driver with personalized service for a smooth and hassle-free journey.
From CAD 3,035
6D5N • The Garden Route

Level 26D5N • The Garden Route

Max. 15 peopleEnglishGuaranteed departureNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedDoor-to-door pickup includedGroup Tours
Explore South Africa's Garden Route and experience Africa's wild beauty, rich wildlife, and stunning coastal scenery. · A 6-day in-depth tour of South Africa. · Expert English-speaking driver and personalized travel assistance.
From CAD 1,945
6D5N • 6-Day Garden Route & Addo South African Adventure from Cape Town

Level 26D5N • 6-Day Garden Route & Addo South African Adventure from Cape Town

5/5
93 reviews
EnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From CAD 1,275
7D6N • 7 Days Fun With Yoga Adventure And Fitness in Cape Town

Level 57D6N • 7 Days Fun With Yoga Adventure And Fitness in Cape Town

EnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From CAD 2,092
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Free things to do in Hermanus

Gansbaai

Gansbaai

3.5
Gansbaai · 21.2km from Hermanus
Duiker Island

Duiker Island

7.3
4.7/5
204 reviews
Hout Bay · 93.4km from Hermanus
Bo-Kaap

Bo-Kaap

7.2
4.8/5
44 reviews
Cape Town · 94.3km from Hermanus

What travellers say about Hermanus

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YoYo_0T9A3B0L4 July 2025
5.0
桌山那壮阔的怀抱赋予了我一段永生难忘的奇妙旅程。走在其中，每一寸土地都像是生命奥秘的载体，让人感叹大自然的神奇。风景如诗如画，仿佛是进入了一个梦幻般的世界，每一步都充满了惊喜与期待。这段旅程让我深刻感受到自然的伟大和生命的奇迹，让我对生活充满了感激和敬畏。无疑，这是一次灵魂与自然的深度对话，一次心灵的洗礼。

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Trip Moments in Hermanus

The Harsh Truth About South Africa Travel｜Different Spending Habits, Completely Different Experiences One South Africa, Two Ways to Experience It—Let's Break It Down Today～

The Harsh Truth About South Africa Travel｜Different Spending Habits, Completely Different Experiences One South Africa, Two Ways to Experience It—Let's Break It Down Today～

“⚠️The Harsh Truth About South Africa Travel|Different Spending Habits, Completely Different Experiences✈️ One South Africa, Two Ways to Experience It—Let's Break It Down Today~ 🦁Safari Showdown: Two Sides of the Wild 💰Luxury Version: VIP Experience at Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve Fly directly to Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve and land at the camp's helicopter pad.”@PP. Nat 26 · 19 days ago
Half a month after returning from South Africa, I still think of the demonic wind at the Cape of Good Hope for six days and five nights. Avoid one get one

Half a month after returning from South Africa, I still think of the demonic wind at the Cape of Good Hope for six days and five nights. Avoid one get one

“Half a month after returning from South Africa, the demonic wind at the Cape of Good Hope is still in my mind🌬️ Six days and five nights is not long, but the pit is quite solid.”@Bell-~Harper-84 · 25 days ago
5 Must-Visit Cape Town Beaches You Need to See At Least Once

5 Must-Visit Cape Town Beaches You Need to See At Least Once

“Experience stunning sunsets framed by mountains, stroll along pristine white sands, and snap photos of those iconic colorful beach huts.”@KSENIIA_MIR · 4 days ago
🍷 Cape Town and the Winelands, South AfricaLuxury Cape Town: Ocean Villas, Table Mountain and Vine

🍷 Cape Town and the Winelands, South AfricaLuxury Cape Town: Ocean Villas, Table Mountain and Vine

“😍 Watch the sun set behind Table Mountain from a clifftop villa, drive one of the world’s most scenic coastal roads and sip wine in gorgeous Cape Dutch estates.”@Jetlag travels · capetown · 15 days ago

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Hermanus?

Don't miss these attractions in Hermanus: Hermanus Whale Cruises, Gearing's Point, and Grotto Beach (Blue Flag). If you like Culture & history, try 1-day tour in Cape Town with round-trip winery tasting. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Cape Town departure - Franschhoek town sightseeing tour with vintage tram ride and wine tasting.

You can give Cape Town departure - Franschhoek town sightseeing tour with vintage tram ride and wine tasting and Cape Town round-trip: Franschhoek wine tram 1-day tour a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include South Africa Hermanus whale and dolphin watching cruise tour, Hermanus: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip, and South Africa Cape Town small group Table Mountain + Cape of Good Hope + Boulders Beach + Bo-Kaap 1-day tour (hotel pickup). Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 5 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Hermanus is around CAD 77.39 – CAD 212.06. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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