Whale Watching South Africa

One of South Africa’s premier tourist destinations, Hermanus rates among the world’s top whale watching destinations.

Southern Right whales, which visit our coast to breed and give birth between June and November every year, can be spotted either from the shore or on an organised boat trip. Their displays of breaching, lob tailing and spy hopping are often spectacular. To view these leviathans of the sea up close truly is an experience that has to be seen to be believed.

Humpback and Bryde’s whales can also be spotted off the South African coast, as can various dolphin species and, occasionally, orcas and killer whales.

Hidden Vintage Favourite Whale Watching Accommodation:

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Hermanus, Western Cape – luxury lodge, sea views, nature reserve, boat based or shore based whale watching – the definitive whale watching destination

Blue Gum Country Estate

Hermanus, Western Cape – tranquil country retreat within close proximity to both whale watching and shark cage diving

Marlin Lodge

Bazaruto, Mozambique –boat based whale watching excursions from July to September to see Humpback Whales

Contact us for a tailor made whale watching itinerary or for alternative, inspirational, whale watching destinations and lodges.