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Whales and Wine in Magical Hermanus..
Product code 366178P1
From
From ZAR 3,000
Dates
Jun 2, 2026 to Dec 30, 2026
Start times
8:30 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 2-4, Child ages 5-15, Adult ages 16-80
Options
Whales and Wine in Magical Hermanus..
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Duration
9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
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From
From ZAR 3,000
Whales and Wine in Magical Hermanus..





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Duration
9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Why Travelers Love This
A day trip to Hermanus is regarded as the epitomy for those that seek to experience that "dreamy holiday feeling". If you seek a laid-back roadtrip,offering stunning sights of natural beauty, champagne fresh air, delicious food, wine and more than likely whales(June-Dec) then this tour is for you. Your accredited guide is also a legally trained VIP Close Protection Security Officer with an Advanced Driving Certificate who will be at your beck and call. Enjoy this safe, blissful, private tour at your pace..
Overview
A day trip to Hermanus is regarded as the epitomy for those that seek to experience that "dreamy holiday feeling". If you seek a laid-back roadtrip,offering stunning sights of natural beauty, champagne fresh air, delicious food, wine and more than likely whales(June-Dec) then this tour is for you. Your accredited guide is also a legally trained VIP Close Protection Security Officer with an Advanced Driving Certificate who will be at your beck and call. Enjoy this safe, blissful, private tour at your pace..
What's Included
Included
Accredited guide also certified as a VIP Close Protection officer with Advanced Drivers certificate
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Use of two sets of binoculars
Not included
Wine tasting, cheese/charcuteri board
Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
20 minutes
Stop 1
Your accredited guide will stop at a popular farmstall to stretch your legs and buy a coffee .
Stop 2
1 hour 30 minutes
Stop 2
Your guide will park near Gearings Point located at the waters edge where he will tell you a bit about the Southern Right Whales. You will take a leisurely slow stroll and hopefully see some whales frolicking below.(Whales are in Hermanus between June and December) Beautiful artworks and sculptures created by locals adorn the pathway. You will be driven to a seaside path approximately 3 kilometres away in search of whales should any be 'sleeping late' at this whale watching point.
Stop 3
1 hour 15 minutes
Stop 3
You will be driven back to the village to enjoy lunch at one of many restaurant options, from Seafood, Italian, Greek, Steak house, a variety of coffee shops serving light meals. After lunch you can explore the village on foot browsing boutiques and small art galleries, soaking up the energy of what it must be like to live like a local in this lovely laid back little village..
Stop 4
30 minutes
Stop 4
Ficks pool is seaside restaurant and bar nestled between rocks at the waters edge. Here you can enjoy a refreshment and take a few Instagram worthy snapshots. (If more time for wine tasting is preffered, this beautiful location can be skipped)
Stop 5
5 minutes
Stop 5
A short drive up the hill will take you to Rotary Way.. Here you can take a few snapshots of Hermanus and the entire Walker bay region below..
Stop 6
1 hour
Stop 6
Its at this renowned estate where owner Peter Finlayson earned respect as a pioneer of Pinot Noir in South Africa. Their heavenly location surrounded by lush green lawns is located in the Hemel en Aarde vallei (Heaven and Earth Valley), a setting that will insure that you enjoy a mesmerizing sipping experience. Here you can enjoy Pinot Noir, award winning Chardonannay and Sauvignon Blanc, Hannibal (Franco-Italian blend) as well as their straw wine produced from cool-climate Riesling.. (Admission is free, but tastings are for the guests account. Bourchard and Finlayson is closed on Sundays another equally impressive estate for tasting will be offered). There is also an option to visit Misty Mountain Estate for gin or wine tastingss. This tour is flexible.
Stop 7
40 minutes
Stop 7
Benguela Cove is a stylish, well-manicured estate located just outside Hermanus on the lagoons edge. Best known for producing olive oil, lavender & wine and their art gallery, carrying works from 'up n coming' as well as established artists. Here you can enjoy another tasting and order one of their delicious and popular cheese/chaucuteri platters.. (entrance is free, any wine tastings and snacks are for the guests account).
Pass by stop 8
Pass by stop 8
Drive through Kleinmond, a popular town for campers as it has three campsites and a rocky coastline favoured by anglers. We then drive through Bettys Bay, Pringle Bay, Rooi Els and onto Clarence Drive.
Pass by stop 9
Pass by stop 9
It was here in the early days that runaway slaves used to hide out in the caves risking it all knowing mountain leopards roamed the area. Today few leopards remain but baboons still roam freely.
Pass by stop 10
Pass by stop 10
Clarence Drive is a magnificent scenic coastal drive between Rooi Els and the naval town of Gordons bay, which nestles in the north-eastern crook of False bay. It meanders for 21 kilometres and is a feast for the eyes as you have the imposing Hottentot Holland mountains to your right and the turquoise blue coastline below to your left. The road is in great condition and is the perfect route to sit back, relax and unwind after an eventful day exploring..
Pass by stop 11
Pass by stop 11
A fishing harbour since the 18th centrury which later became a naval town. Known for its secluded Bikini beach with tranquil water.
Pass by stop 12
Pass by stop 12
Drive through Strand beach area, popular with retirees that make p most of the residents in the beachfront apartments. Here the sea is also relatively calm and well suited to swimming making it a popular family beach. Its at this point that you will make your way back onto the N2 back to the comfort of your hotel..
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Health Other
There will be some slow walking on relatively flat ground. Guests can set the pace of the tour.
Health Other
If you can handle walking around a mall for a few hours then your fitness levels will be sufficient.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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