Hermanus Whale Watchers

Hermanus Whale Watchers Boat-Based Whale Watching from June to November in Hermanus, South Africa Whale watching season starts in June and ends December.

Hermanus Whale Watchers in Hermanus, South Africa is a boat- based whale watching company offering an exciting up-close and personal encounter with Southern Right Whales in their natural environment. Hermanus is a 90 min drive form Cape Town.

01/06/2026

Our first trip of the season and we were greeted with a delightful show from our visiting Southern Right Whales๐Ÿณ

Book now to witness these beautiful creatures live and up close
WhatsApp :+27 82 931 8064
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za

We hope to see you on our vessel for the next trip ๐Ÿ˜†๐Ÿณ

31/05/2026

๐Ÿณ๐Ÿฅณ Good Morning Everyone! ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿณ

The wait is finally over!

We are excited to announce that Hermanus Whale Watchers will be commencing our first whale watching trip of the 2026 season tomorrow, 01 June 2026, at 09:00. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ‹

There are still a few seats available, so book now to avoid disappointment!

Join us as we welcome the return of the magnificent Southern Right Whales to Walker Bay and kick off what promises to be another incredible whale season.

๐Ÿ’™ We would also like to wish everyone a safe, successful, and fruitful whale season ahead.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ online bookings - https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/
๐Ÿ“ž Bookings: 082 931 8064
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

See you on the water! ๐Ÿณโœจ

๐Ÿ‹ Did You Know? Southern Right Whales BREACH! ๐ŸŒŠYesโ€ฆ these massive, gentle giants can launch their entire bodies out of t...
28/05/2026

๐Ÿ‹ Did You Know? Southern Right Whales BREACH! ๐ŸŒŠ

Yesโ€ฆ these massive, gentle giants can launch their entire bodies out of the water โ€” and crash back down in a spectacular splash! ๐Ÿ’ฅ

๐Ÿ‘€ No one knows exactly why they breach
โœจ Communication? Play? Shaking off parasites? Maybe all of it

One thingโ€™s certainโ€ฆ when it happens, you feel it in your chest.

๐Ÿ“… Whale Season: June โ€“ November
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book early. The season fills up fast. https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/
๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Trips are weather-dependent
๐Ÿ‘‰ Bring your cameraโ€ฆ and a bit of wonder.

๐Ÿ“ธ archive image from 2025 whale season

๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿณ Whale Watching Season Starts NEXT WEEK Monday โ€“ 01 June 2026! ๐Ÿณ๐ŸฅณTo celebrate the start of another incredible whale se...
26/05/2026

๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿณ Whale Watching Season Starts NEXT WEEK Monday โ€“ 01 June 2026! ๐Ÿณ๐Ÿฅณ

To celebrate the start of another incredible whale season in Hermanus, we at Hermanus Whale Watchers are kicking things off with a special discounted rate throughout the month of June! ๐ŸŒŠโœจ

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ June Special Offer:
๐Ÿ‹ Adult tickets ONLY R1000
(Regular price: R1500)

Come experience the magic of Walker Bay and get up close to the magnificent Southern Right Whales during the start of the 2026 whale watching season. ๐Ÿณ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿ“ž Booking enquiries: 082 931 8064
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
BOOK ONLINE - https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/

We look forward to sharing an unforgettable whale season with you all! ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ‹

๐Ÿ‹ Whale Season is Almost Hereโ€ฆ ๐ŸŒŠYou can feel it in the airโ€ฆ the ocean is about to come alive again.Soon, Southern Right ...
25/05/2026

๐Ÿ‹ Whale Season is Almost Hereโ€ฆ ๐ŸŒŠ

You can feel it in the airโ€ฆ the ocean is about to come alive again.

Soon, Southern Right Whales will return to our shores โ€” bringing breathtaking breaches, gentle moms and calves, and those unforgettable close encounters.

๐Ÿ“… June โ€“ November
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book early. The season fills up fast. https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/
๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Trips are weather-dependent
๐Ÿ‘‰ Bring your cameraโ€ฆ and a bit of wonder.

Experience it with Hermanus Whale Watchers

๐Ÿ‹ Did You Know? A Southern Right Whaleโ€™s Tail Tells a Story! ๐ŸŒŠWhen a whale dives and lifts its tail (fluke) out the wate...
21/05/2026

๐Ÿ‹ Did You Know? A Southern Right Whaleโ€™s Tail Tells a Story! ๐ŸŒŠ

When a whale dives and lifts its tail (fluke) out the waterโ€ฆ thatโ€™s your moment.

Each tail has unique markings, scars, and patterns โ€” making it another way to identify individual whales.

๐Ÿ‘€ Itโ€™s like a signature goodbye before they disappear below
๐Ÿ“ธ And one of the most iconic shots in whale watching

๐Ÿ“… Whale Season: June โ€“ November
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book early. The season fills up fast. https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/
๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Trips are weather-dependent
๐Ÿ‘‰ Bring your cameraโ€ฆ and a bit of wonder.

Head out with Hermanus Whale Watchers and witness it for yourself.
๐Ÿ“ธ archive image from 2025 whale season

๐Ÿ‹ Did You Know? Every Southern Right Whale Has a Unique โ€œFingerprintโ€! ๐ŸŒŠThose rough white patches on their heads? Theyโ€™r...
14/05/2026

๐Ÿ‹ Did You Know? Every Southern Right Whale Has a Unique โ€œFingerprintโ€! ๐ŸŒŠ

Those rough white patches on their heads? Theyโ€™re called callosities โ€” and no two whales have the same pattern.

๐Ÿ‘€ Itโ€™s how researchers identify individual whales
๐Ÿ‹ Like a natural ID that stays with them for life

So when you spot oneโ€ฆ youโ€™re not just seeing a whale โ€” youโ€™re seeing a one-of-a-kind ocean giant.

๐Ÿ“… Whale Season: June โ€“ November
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book early. The season fills up fast. https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/
๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Trips are weather-dependent
๐Ÿ‘‰ Bring your cameraโ€ฆ and a bit of wonder.

Join Hermanus Whale Watchers and meet these incredible individuals up close.

๐Ÿ‹ Are You Ready for Whale Watching Season? ๐ŸŒŠBecause the ocean is about to put on a showโ€ฆSouthern Right Whales are headin...
11/05/2026

๐Ÿ‹ Are You Ready for Whale Watching Season? ๐ŸŒŠ

Because the ocean is about to put on a showโ€ฆ

Southern Right Whales are heading back to our shores โ€” and trust me, you donโ€™t want to hear about it from someone else.

๐Ÿ’ฅ Breaches
๐Ÿ’™ Moms & calves
๐Ÿ“ธ Moments youโ€™ll never forget

Join Hermanus Whale Watchers and be there when it happens
๐Ÿ“… June โ€“ November
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book early. The season fills up fast. https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/
๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Trips are weather-dependent
๐Ÿ‘‰ Bring your cameraโ€ฆ and a bit of wonder.

Did You Know? Southern Right Whales Have a V-Shaped Blow! ๐ŸŒŠNext time youโ€™re scanning the oceanโ€ฆ look for the distinct V-...
07/05/2026

Did You Know? Southern Right Whales Have a V-Shaped Blow! ๐ŸŒŠ

Next time youโ€™re scanning the oceanโ€ฆ look for the distinct V-shape spray rising above the water โ€” thatโ€™s your clue a Southern Right Whale is nearby.

Itโ€™s one of the easiest (and coolest) ways to spot these gentle giants before they even surface. ๐Ÿ‘€

๐Ÿ“… Whale Season: June โ€“ November
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book early. The season fills up fast. https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/
๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Trips are weather-dependent
๐Ÿ‘‰ Bring your cameraโ€ฆ and a bit of wonder.

Get up close with Hermanus Whale Watchers and experience the magic for yourself.

๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿšค Meet Our Whale Watching Boat โ€“ UNATHI (โ€œGod With Usโ€) ๐ŸŒŠThis isnโ€™t just a boatโ€ฆ this is your front-row seat to one of ...
27/04/2026

๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿšค Meet Our Whale Watching Boat โ€“ UNATHI (โ€œGod With Usโ€) ๐ŸŒŠ

This isnโ€™t just a boatโ€ฆ this is your front-row seat to one of the greatest shows on Earth.

Introducing Unathi โ€” our purpose-built, SAMSA-approved 13m catamaran, designed especially for unforgettable whale watching experiences with Hermanus Whale Watchers.

๐Ÿ’™ Built for the ocean. Designed for you.
๐ŸŒŠ Eco-friendly engines that reduce underwater noise (because whales deserve peace too)
โš™๏ธ Smooth, safe cruising with twin inboard diesel engines
๐Ÿ  Spacious, sheltered cabin to keep you comfortable
โ˜€๏ธ Open-top deck for those wow views and epic photos
๐Ÿšป Two onboard toilets for convenience
โ˜• Relaxed cafรฉ-style seating so you can enjoy every moment

And the real magic? The people onboard.
Our experienced skipper and passionate guides donโ€™t just take you out to sea โ€” they bring the ocean to life with stories, insights, and respectful interactions with these incredible marine giants.

This is not a crowded tourist ride.
This is a calm, close, and meaningful encounter with nature.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Ready to step aboard? Your whale story starts here.
https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/boat-crew/
book now - ๐Ÿ“ฒ WhatsApp: 082 931 8064

Designed especially for whale watching and leisure cruises, Unathi is a SAMSA-approved modern 13-meter catamaran that is equipped with eco-friendly engines

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Orange Building On The Right Entering The New Harbour In Hermanus
Hermanus
7200

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