Whale Watching | La Vacanza Travel

Whale Watching

Duration: 7 hours
Destination: South Africa, Western Cape, Cape Town
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  • 7 hours
  • Cape Town
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Travel with us to one of the best whale watching destinations in the world. Walker Bay - Hermanus - the home of the Southern Right Whale from June to December

Watch whales, dolphins and seals at play!

Travel back via a spectacular Clarens Drive coastal route.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary

On arrival in Hermanus, you will embark on a 2-hour boat-based whale-watching experience. what you will see is The Southern Right Whale, a baleen whale, which means that instead of teeth it has long plates hanging from the top jaw.

The Southern Right Whale was so named during the time when they were still hunted. They were referred to as the "right" whales to kill because they would float when dead which made it easy for the whalers to find them in the ocean and transport them back to the whaling station. These whales have a large amount of oil (also called blubber) and baleen.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Transfers
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water

Exclusions

    Additional Info

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Infant seats available
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

    Departure Point

    Departure Point

    Traveler pickup is offered
    Different time availability. Time will be confirmed once booked.

    Airports

    • Cape Town Intl Airport, Cape Town Central South Africa


    Ports

    • V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa


    Departure Time

    Whale Watching
    1/8/2024 - 5/12/2025

    Monday - Sunday : 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Duration & Voucher Info

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    7 hours

    Cancellation Policy

    User's Reviews

    X9710NTmarcinl

    27 Nov, 2023

    It was a great experience and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to get close to the marine life around Cape Town. As with all wildlife watching, it depends a bit on the season. For the whales, it was literally the last few days before the last one migrated back to the Arctic. Nevertheless, after a 90-minute trip, we spotted two female right whales with their calves. We also saw cape seals, dolphins and sharks, you could not expect more. The penguin colony was amazing. Breathtaking, for me anyway. You could get very close (safe for you and the penguins!), just a metre away from them. The whole colony must be at least a few hundred birds, some of them in the process of feathering, a very unique situation. The birds have become habituated to people, and all safety measures are taken to avoid disturbing the wildlife. At the very end of the day we went for dinner, a pleasant place. We skipped the wine tasting, but that was up to me, as I prefer to stay with the brides as long as possible (I was the only client). A beautiful sunset we experienced was added to all the above. Very well organised trip, on time, flexible when needed. Highly recommended.

    dragondebanne

    14 Nov, 2023

    Everything was wonderful. The tour driver, Martin, was right on time for the hotel Pick-up. The drive was great and he explained things along the way there and back. The whale watching tip was awesome! We saw the southern right whales several times. I'd highly recommend this trip.

    Roving40292988806

    02 Nov, 2023

    We saw a couple of wales, dolphins and seals out in the ocean. Our driver Martin was the best! I’m definitely coming back

    Mass_F

    25 Sep, 2023

    The boat was far too small for the number of people take onboard... much too small especially since the weather was not good and the seas were rough bouncing passengers around, many got seasick and there was no way for all to sit and get away from the vomit.... waves were at the edge of the boat water washing over the boat and coming into the 'cabin'... for info, we did see whales, I was not sick but it was not a pleasant experience and I would not recommend it to other people. I found the arrangements irresponsible.

    Deb B

    18 Sep, 2023

    My husband and I booked a car and driver to take us to Hermanus to whale watch. Our driver, Martin, showed up right on time in a nice, very clean van. Martin was very pleasant and a safe and careful driver. When we arrived in Hermanus, he knew where to go to park so that we could watch the whales. He also suggested a very good restaurant for lunch which was on the 2nd floor with a beautiful view of the ocean. We watched whales while we ate! He took us back on the coastal route and stopped several times so that we could take pictures. A very nice day! Would definitely recommend Martin and this company!!

    User's Picture Gallery

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    Marvellous whales and penguin experience

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    Fabulous and exciting

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