Hermanus: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Trip
ID: GYG156720-234891
Category:
Country: Cuba
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Experience an up-close encounter with the gentle giants of the ocean by joining an informative and educational whale-watching cruise from Hermanus, known as a destination for whale watching.
Discover Hermanus, one of the best destinations for watching marine mammals, on a boat trip with a whale specialist guide. Sail to areas that receive seasonal visits from southern right and humpback whales along with year-round sightings of Bryde’s whales and dolphins. Enjoy refreshments onboard.
Sail on a purpose-built catamaran ensures maximum passenger comfort and spectacular viewing opportunities. During the tour, the crew is on hand to make sure everyone has a great experience, from helping get the perfect photo to serving complimentary light refreshments.
The guide, a whale specialist, will interpret the marine life encountered en route and provide insight into the behavior of the whales while the action is taking place. The expert videographer will ensure the best footage is captured.
Highlights
- Experience close encounters with a licensed whale watching operator
- Learn about these gentle giants directly from a whale specialist
- Explore South Africa's Whale Capital coastline
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
What to wear:
• Weather-appropriate clothing and a windbreaker
• Sensible footwear (flat shoes are recommended)
What to bring:
• Sea sickness tablets should be taken in advance as per packet instructions if necessary
• Camera (tripods and binoculars are not advised)
Children Policy:
• All ages welcome. All children under 12 must wear life jackets for the full duration on-board, and be under adult supervision at all times.
• The life jacket condition applies as well to infants. For children under 2 years old, they can be very uncomfortable. We would strongly advise motion sickness syrup for infants.
• No prams are allowed on board.
• The vessel is not wheelchair accessible.
Check-in is 30 minutes before the departure time: Meet at the Southern Right Charters' welcome center, the Whale Shack, on the lower level of the New Harbour.
INCLUDED
- Whale and dolphin watching cruise
- Specialist guide on board
- Light refreshments
- Crisps
NOT INCLUDED
- Movie and a short film of the tour (available to purchase)
- Entrance fee to the Harbor ( R5 payable upon entry)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
