Whale Watching In Hermanus Plus Wine Tasting Tour From Cape Town
This trip combines both whale watching and wine tasting - two of the most popular tours in Cape Town. You literally hit two birds with one stone. Moreover the drive to and from whale watching is so scenic and along it there is a UNESCO heritage site among other impressive attractions. This is a full day tour with nature and is capped by some award winning wines which will help you relax and enjoy time pass before your eyes. You will see penguins, amazing bird species, other wild animals and mountainous landscapes that will take your breath away.
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Whale Watching In Hermanus Plus Wine Tasting Tour From Cape Town
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What's included in Whale Watching In Hermanus Plus Wine Tasting Tour From Cape Town
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Walker Bay Nature ReservePass-by Only
Beautiful Drive to Hermarnus We depart from Cape Town via the N2 and drive to Hermanus which is one of the coastal town located on the Walker Bay with stunning views of the bay and mountains in the background. Hermanus is situated on the stunning South Coast of the Western Cape (90 min) from Cape Town and is famous for incredible viewings of these gentle giants. This magnificent coastal town is considered to be the world’s premier whale watching site and thousands flock to Hermanus during the whale season to catch the sight of these intelligent creatures.
Hermanus Cliff Path
Visit this charming small town famous for seasonal whale watching. Take a walk along the coastal walking trail that brings you close to the whales. Get to The Gearings Point - one of the most popular spots for whale watching. Look out at sea as you pan the ocean for any action. Develop some patience and you will reap the rewards. After viewing the whales head to The Waterfront where there are several restaurants for lunch. You can opt to do boat based whale watching just ask your driver/guide. After a great day watching the biggest living creatures head out to Benguela Cove. A beautiful winery set in the Benguela cove. A real photographer's paradise. Sit down and take a sip of some of the finest wines in South Africa. The views ahead of the ocean and the mountains are simply jaw dropping. Other optional activity you can do is a vineyard tour - ask at the reception. Head out towards Betty.s Bay along the scenic coastal drive. Visit Stony Point Penguin colony.
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate
Wine tasting After whale watching we head back to Cape town via a wine Estate where you can have lunch and sip down the day’s experience in stunning views of the walker Bay-with a glass of wine.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary visit to Diamond Works - Museum (time permitting)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Fees for optional activities such as boat rides up to R1 300/person
- Optional visit to Stony Point Penguin Colony R40/person
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick up from any hotel in Cape Town within a 5 km radius of the city. We also do pick ups from the Cape Town Cruise Ship Terminal at the V & A Waterfront area
Meeting / End Points
- We do pick ups from the front of the Silo Hotel by the drop and go area
