How much does Whale Route cost?

Prices start from €130 per person. The exact total depends on your selected date, party size and any options, and is shown before you pay.

How long does this day trips & excursions in Hermanus last?

It lasts approximately 10 hours. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

Cancellation terms are shown at checkout before you confirm. Contact our support team if your plans change.

Is confirmation instant?

Yes. Your booking is confirmed immediately and you'll receive your voucher by email right away.

Where does Whale Route start?

The activity starts at a designated meeting point in Hermanus — the exact address and a map link are in the Meeting point section on this page. Hotel pickup may also be available.

Is this day trips & excursions suitable for me?

It's well suited to first-time visitors, couples, small groups. Review the highlights and good-to-know details above to confirm it matches your interests and mobility level.

Is Whale Route well reviewed?

Yes — it holds an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 3 verified reviews.

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About this activity

This day trips & excursions is one of the standout things to do in Hermanus, South Africa. Rated 4.7/5 by 3 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €130 per person. Whale-watching tours offer an exciting way to witness the majestic Southern Right whales that come to the Cape each season to breed and calve. Whale season typically runs between June to November in the Cape, and each season, large numbers of whales can be seen along the coast. The best place to see these creatures is along the famous Whale Route, which spans along the coastline passing Gordon’s Bay, Pringle Bay and Betty’s Bay en route to Hermanus.

Whale-watching tours offer an exciting way to witness the majestic Southern Right whales that come to the Cape each season to breed and calve.

Whale season typically runs between June to November in the Cape, and each season, large numbers of whales can be seen along the coast. The best place to see these creatures is along the famous Whale Route, which spans along the coastline passing Gordon’s Bay, Pringle Bay and Betty’s Bay en route to Hermanus.

Good to know

•Duration: approximately 10 hours.
•Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
•Offered in 35 languages.
•A specific meeting point is provided — check the Meeting point section below for the exact location and map.
•Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.

Who it's for

First-time visitorsCouplesSmall groups

Best time to visit

Hermanus is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular day trips & excursions slots in Hermanus sell out.

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Reviews

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Mariam F.

Mar 2026

our guide Kemal couldnt do enough for us and the bit at the end nobody expects was the highlight. Used it for our summer trip so it wasnt too busy. Good as a half-day option, and ran the full 4 hours promised, and good as a half-day option, and came away with 200+ photos. Would book again no question, tbh

Laura E.

Feb 2026

our guide Mehmet sorted everything for us and a little local spot off the usual route was the highlight, and honestly better than the tour we did in Lisbon last year, loved it

Olivia W.

Jul 2025

our guide Tariq couldnt do enough for us and a stop the guide added on the fly was the highlight. For our anniversary so it wasnt too busy. Used it for our summer trip, and worked great for a solo traveller like me, and 6 stops in about 3 hours. Would book again no question.

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