The big question is, however, what is the best time of year to see whales in Hermanus? The whales can begin their migration as early as April , with the stragglers — usually mothers with their calves born late in the season - leaving these safe waters as late as January the following year.
The males will still be around, while some of the females will have given birth, and many will be waiting to do so. Before making their way to the colder waters, they need to ensure that their young are strong and fat enough to brave the journey. Just one of the many reasons why this part of the country is known as the Cape Whale Coast. We can help you plan your stay, find what you need or get info about our beautiful town.
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Eco-Marine Gallery. Live Music Gallery. Street Parade Galley. Hermanus is considered a safe tourist destination but there is still the usual level of petty theft etc. I did go for a run at sunset on the clifftop path and felt safe as there were quite a few people out patrolling the path. Usual levels of travel caution apply. For some land-based animals check out the Panthera Big Cat Sanctuary. And make sure you allow enough time to really enjoy driving the coastal road and making stops — it is just so stunning.
There are loads and loads of African Penguins — more than you can see. A boardwalk has been erected so you can walk amongst them so to speak.
Penguins will be literally less than 1 meter away from you. Hermanus is about a minute drive from Cape Town. The closest airport to Hermanus is Cape Town — which covers both international and domestic flights. Hiring a car is the best way to get around the Cape. The roads are good and clearly signed and the distances are quite large. Hermanus has very limited public transport and not a lot in terms of taxis. Plus, some of the best things to do are to go for drives so a car is kind of essential.
This was my kind of boutique hotel! Whale Rock Luxury Lodge is on quite a large half-hectare premise in Hermanus. There are basically two main Villas. I stayed in the newer villa at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge which opened in and loved it. Possible because it is kind of a huge house. The ground level at Whale Rock has big comfortable sofas and living rooms plus a kitchen — and even better an honesty bar.
There are a nice sized pool and sun loungers. My room at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge was on the first floor and it was so lovely — and huge. It was a Walker Bay Suite. The design is lovely — really Scandinavian style comfort.
There is a second pool on the property and breakfast is served in a lovely glassed-in area. There is a fresh buffet available and then a hot breakfast as well which was fantastic. Whale Rock Lodge also offers light lunch but it does not offer dinner.
I walked down to the Harbour and had a fantastic seafood dinner at Harbour Rock Restaurant — or visit here before or after whale watching. Whale Rock Luxury Lodge was kind enough to host my accommodation and breakfast — thank you!
I covered the cost of my hire car, my whale tours, getting to and from South Africa and everything else. This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click through on most of them and make a purchase I will receive a small commission. This will not increase the amount that you pay. I just wanted to make sure that you knew this.
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