Whale Watching in Hermanus

Hermanus is regarded as the whale watching capital of South Africa. By Land - By Boat - By Air

Old Harbour in Hermanus

The Old Harbour Open-Air Museum is a provincial heritage site. It is unique in that apparently it is one of only two fishing harbours in the world that has been conserved in tact.

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Hermanus Cliff Path

meanders for almost 11 kilometres along the coast from the New Harbour in the west to the estuary at the mouth of the Klein River in the east.

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Hermanus, a village by the sea in South Africa

Nestled between lush mountains and the turquoise waters of Walker Bay, near the southern tip of Africa, Hermanus is one of the Cape’s most beautiful coastal destinations. Known as the heart of the Cape Whale Coast, it’s world-famous for its land-based whale watching and exceptional wines.

From June to November, Southern Right Whales return to these shores, offering unforgettable close-up encounters along the scenic cliff paths — one of the best whale watching experiences in the world.

Beyond the ocean, the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley boasts award-winning vineyards, while the nearby Stanford Wine Route offers a charming countryside escape.

Hermanus also hosts the vibrant Hermanus Whale Festival, held annually in September. This popular eco-marine event features live music, local food, marine exhibits, and family-friendly entertainment celebrating the arrival of the whales.

Hermanus Online Travel Magazine is your go-to guide for where to stay, what to do, and what to see — from accommodation bookings and top activities to local history and marine life.

Start planning your Hermanus escape today — where mountains meet the ocean

West Coast Rock Lobster "crayfish" season 2021/2022 dates

The recreational season for West Coast Rock Lobster (WCRL) has been announced and will open on 20 November 2021. The 2021/2022 crayfish season will be restricted to 12 day

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Benefits of Superfood Moringa Oleifera

Moringa Oleifera is one of natures most nutritious "SuperFoods" that offers a natural all-in-one supplement for your daily nutritional needs. It fuels your body and gives long-lasting energy. So, let's jump into the various health benefits that moringa offers:

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Moringa: A Tree Giving Life to Rural Communities

What is Moringa: the world’s most nutrient-rich source of plant protein.

Moringa is also a powerful tool in the fight to improve food security, soil fertility and livelihoods everywhere it grows.

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5 TIPS TO SELL YOUR HOME FASTER

It has long been known that selling an unfurnished home is far more difficult than selling one that is well furnished. You can make your home sell even faster by taking the necessary steps to ensure that your house is market-ready. Continue reading ..

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3 Tips to remember when buying your first home

Buying your first home is an exciting but big step, and there is quite a lot to consider. To make things easier, we’ve put together 3 tips to consider when purchasing a property for the first time.

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Marine Dynamics - Your safety is our priority

We are aware that we need to be careful about HOW we travel, feel safe to let our hearts leap while enjoying the moment and not be concerned about our safety.

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Real Estate: What is a comparative market analysis?

Estate agents can be of great value to homeowners when they want to find out what their house may be worth by doing a comparative market analysis (CMA) of the property.

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CONSTRUCTION OF STORMWATER INFRASTRUCTURE FOR HERMANUS CBD

A detailed presentation was given by Hedwig Crooijmans-Lemmers from GAPP, as to what High Street will look like on completion.

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Here are 10 Tips For Traveling With Your Dog

Taking your dog along can make the family vacation more fun for everyone, if you plan carefully. Here are some trip tips to make traveling with your dog enjoyable.

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