The Hermanus Whale Route

South Africa is one of the world's most illustrious whale watching destinations and the Hermanus Whale Route is at its epicentre.

Famous for the majestic kings of the sea that grace its shores each year the Hermanus Whale Route is renowned as being the best whale watching route in the world. Thousands of domestic and international tourists are drawn to the small seaside town each year to experience the wonders of the Hermanus Whale Route.

The Hermanus Whale Route offers whale watchers from around the globe an unforgettable experience. Each year between the months of July and December the Hermanus Whale Route is alive with hundreds of Southern Right Whales who migrate to the warm waters off the Hermanus coastline to birth their claves.

The whale watching opportunities along the Hermanus Whale Route are so awesome that Hermanus has earned its reputation as being the “heart of the whale coast” and has been recognised by World Wildlife Fund as the best land-based whale watching area in the world. A visit to the Hermanus and the whale route is a must for anyone visiting Cape Town as Hermanus is only a 45 minute drive from the Mother City.

The Hermanus Whale Route offers a host of attractions that are not related to its whale watching status including: Fernkloof Nature Reserve, gorgeous beaches, manicured golf courses and amazing wining and dining opportunities.

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Although the town offers an eclectic mix of activities and attractions, the Hermanus Whale Route attractions are what draw most visitors to the town during whale season.
There are several ways to view these magnificent creatures along the Hermanus Whale Route. They are visible from both land and boat and even from your room at the Windsor Hotel. Land-based whale watching is fantastic along the Hermanus Whale Route as the Southern Right Whales come extremely close to the shore. Boat-based whale watching along the Hermanus Whale Route allows you to experience these creatures up close and personal. These trips can be organised from the Windsor hotel.

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The Hermanus Whale Route even has its own whale crier, a man that walks around blowing a kelp horn to inform everyone of the whereabouts of the Whales. So when you're spending time exploring the Hermanus Whale Route and you hear his cries; all you need to do is follow the sound.

In September the Hermanus Whale Route celebrates the annual Whale Festival which is one of the town's greatest attractions. The four day festival is held to honour the magnificent Southern Right Whales who call the Hermanus Whale Route home. Events, live entertainment, talks, flea markets, exhibitions, good food and drink and whale watching are the focus of the Hermanus Whale Route celebrations.

For Accommodation on the Hermanus Whale Route what could be better than a stay at the Windsor Hotel which is which is situated on a cliff edge with spectacular panoramic views of the Indian Ocean below. This Hermanus hotel is perfect for a relaxing seaside holiday break, and the frolicking whales in the Indian Ocean will add to your enjoyment!

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