Whales and Wine Experience
Whales and Wine Experience
Tour Overview
Travel along the picturesque Clarens Drive, where dramatic mountain cliffs meet the sparkling waters of False Bay, providing spectacular photo opportunities throughout the journey. Continue to the charming seaside town of Hermanus, internationally renowned as one of the best land-based whale watching destinations in the world. During whale season, enjoy excellent opportunities to spot Southern Right Whales in Walker Bay from the shoreline.
For those seeking an even closer encounter, an optional boat-based whale watching excursion is available (own account), subject to weather conditions and availability.
After your whale watching experience, continue to the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, famous for its cool-climate vineyards and exceptional Pinot Noir. Enjoy a wine tasting at one of the region’s renowned wine estates, selected according to availability and timing. On Sundays, when some estates may be closed, and if time permits, the tour will instead include a visit to the Stony Point Penguin Colony, home to one of the largest breeding colonies of African Penguins.
Before returning to Cape Town, stop at a charming farm stall where you can relax with a cup of tea (own account) and browse a selection of homemade preserves, unique jams, fresh pastries, and locally produced treats. Your return journey follows the scenic Sir Lowry’s Pass, offering magnificent views over False Bay and, on clear days, distant views of Cape Point.
| Rate | R 2,590 per adult | R 1,295 per child (under 12) |
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| Departure | Departs Between 08:00 and 10:00 (Wed | Fri | Sun, July - November) |
| Return | Between 16:00 and 18:00 (depending on the selected departure) |
| Duration | Full Day |
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| Notes | This tour operates from July to November only, during the annual Southern Right Whale season. While whale sightings are common during this period, they cannot be guaranteed as these are wild marine animals. Optional boat-based whale watching is weather-dependent and subject to availability. Guests are encouraged to bring sun protection, comfortable clothing, and preventative medication if prone to seasickness. Wine tasting is available only to guests aged 18 years and older. Children under 12 years pay half price. Complimentary pick-up and drop-off are available from accommodation in Cape Town CBD and surrounding areas within a 15 km radius for scheduled departures. |
Tours run on minimum numbers. We reserve the right to cancel or change dates if numbers are insufficient.