12/08/2020
Despite the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic and government’s stringent lockdown regulations there’s no holding back The Southern Right Whales! As can be expected, they’ve arrived and awaiting the ooh’s and ah’s and to entertain the tourist fans they’ve become accustomed to. And, of course, the thousands of free photo opportunities!
Hermanus is ready! With all the necessary hygiene and safety protocols in place, it is with open arms the local hospitality industry invites its friends, families and national tourists to visit. United in applauding the relaxation of regulations, local businesses and families welcome fans of Hermanus from all corners of South Africa. “We miss you and look forward to seeing you back to our town!” says Frieda Lloyd, Cape Whale Coast Tourism Manager.
Hermanus is world renowned as one of the best whale watching spots on the planet, allowing you to get close to these massive animals on a boat tour, by kayak or just watching them from the shore. For those who are yet to visit Hermanus during Whale Season, there’s no better time than the first time. An experience you’ll never forget!
Hermanus is a tourist destination where its peoples and businesses rely on Capetonians and citizens of surrounding towns to explore beyond their own neighbourhoods. Guesthouses, restaurants, breweries* and wineries* – business owners from all walks of life – awaits, presenting their offerings and the diversity and natural beauty of our region to be discovered.
A short road trip offers irresistibly beautiful and mindful experiences beyond just whale watching. There are great art galleries, markets, beer* and wine* tastings to prospect. Bookshops, antique shops and vintage treasure troves in which to get lost in time ... Cliff paths, hikes, trails and reserves to traverse. Not to mention abalone farm tours, strolling our lovely beaches or just chilling glass in hand enjoying our magic sunsets and a great deal more!
In short, great personal care has gone into ensuring visitors’ enjoyment and safety throughout Hermanus town. This last two weeks, a team of business owners got together to produce a ginormous banner made from white table cloths and bed linen to be displayed at the popular Gearings Point whale watching spot. Why you may ask? To show how much we miss you and how much we care ...*If not on your next visit, it won’t be long before wine and beer will be back in on the menu! Cheers
Photo Credit: Elmar Van Tonder
Hermanus Tourism Bureau Nicky Currie Frieda Kröhn Lloyd Clinton Lerm Rudolf En Lezan Elmar van Tonder
