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Cape Town Whale Watching and Penguin Boat Shared Tour

Location Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
$222.62
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Explore the Cape Whale Coast on this full-day shared whale watching and penguin tour from Cape Town. Your day begins with pickup from selected accommodations, followed by a scenic drive to Hermanus, where ocean and mountain views set the tone.
After a safety briefing from a whale specialist, board your boat for a whale watching cruise with the chance to spot Southern Right, Humpback whales, dolphins, and more. Enjoy light refreshments after the cruise before heading to Betty's Bay to visit the Stony Point Penguin Colony, home to endangered African penguins.
You'll have time to stop for lunch at a local restaurant before continuing the scenic drive back to Cape Town.
This shared tour offers a friendly group atmosphere, comfortable transportation, and expert guiding, ideal for nature lovers looking to experience South Africa's marine wildlife and coastal scenery in one day.
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Cape Town Whale Watching and Penguin Boat Shared Tour
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Shared Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
  • Bottled water
  • Experienced Tour-Guide
  • USB video of the tour (optional)
  • Boat-Based Whale Watching Ticket (purchased separately)
  • Gratuities

Your whale watching adventure to Hermanus starts with a comfortable hotel pickup in Cape Town, followed by a scenic coastal drive in a shared minibus. Along the way, your guide will share insights on the region and the whales that call these waters home.
At Hermanus New Harbour, you'll get a short safety and whale briefing before heading out on a specially designed catamaran for a 2-hour cruise. Southern right whales are the stars of the show, with humpback and Bryde's whales also possible depending on the season. Keep an eye out too for dolphins, Cape fur seals, African penguins, and seabirds, with your onboard guide offering commentary along the way.
Back on shore, you'll have some free time to explore Hermanus before rejoining the shared transfer for the return drive to Cape Town.
Please note: the whale watching boat fee is charged separately and is not included in the tour price.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Cape Town Whale Watching and Penguin Boat Shared Tour

    Location Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    $222.62
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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