# Whale Watching Hermanus > Whale Watching Hermanus runs boat-based whale watching trips in Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa. Trips depart from Hermanus New Harbour on Walker Bay and last 1.5–2 hours. The main whale season runs June to December, with peak Southern Right Whale activity in September and October. ## Key facts - Primary subject: whale watching in Hermanus, Walker Bay, Western Cape, South Africa. - Departure point: Hermanus New Harbour, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa. - Trip duration: 1.5 – 2 hours, weather dependent. - Check-in: arrive at the New Harbour at least 30 minutes before departure. - Whale season: June to December; peak Southern Right Whale activity September–October. - Species regularly seen: Southern Right Whale; also Humpback Whale, Bryde's Whale, common and bottlenose dolphins, Cape fur seals, African penguins, seabirds. - Boat trip prices (ZAR, per person): Adult R1,500 · Pensioner R1,400 · Student R1,400 · Child under 12 R750 · Child under 3 free. - Weather policy: unsafe conditions mean the trip is rescheduled to the next available slot or fully refunded. - Booking: advance booking recommended, especially September and October. - Telephone: +27 28 050 2273 - Email: info@whalewatchinghermanus.co - Website: https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co - Land-based whale watching is possible free of charge from the Hermanus Cliff Path. - Distance from Cape Town to Hermanus: approximately 120 km, about a 1.5 hour drive. ## Hermanus whale watching (primary pages) - [Home](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/): Hermanus whale watching boat tours in Walker Bay. - [Hermanus Whale Watching](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-hermanus): The boat trip, departure information and booking. - [Prices](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/hermanus-whale-watching-prices): Adult R1,500, Pensioner/Student R1,400, Child under 12 R750, under 3 free. - [Whale Season in Hermanus](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/best-time-for-whale-watching-in-hermanus): Month-by-month guide to whale season and the best time to see whales in Hermanus. - [Land-Based Whale Watching](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/land-based-whale-watching-in-hermanus): Cliff Path viewpoints for whale watching from shore. - [Southern Right Whales in Walker Bay](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/southern-right-whales-in-walker-bay): Behaviour and biology. - [Walker Bay Whale Guide](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/walker-bay-whale-guide): Walker Bay whale watching guide. - [Walker Bay Marine Life](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/walker-bay-marine-life): Other wildlife in the bay. - [Walking Tour](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/hermanus-whale-watching-walking-tour): Guided Cliff Path walking tour. - [Helicopter Whale Watching](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/hermanus-helicopter-whale-watching): Scenic helicopter whale flights. - [Special Offer](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-hermanus-special): Current offer. - [FAQ](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-faq): Frequently asked questions. - [Whale Watching Questions](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-questions): Detailed answers to common questions. - [Enquiry / Book](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-hermanus-enquiry-form): Booking and enquiry form. ## Travelling from Cape Town - [Cape Town to Hermanus Transfer](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/cape-town-to-hermanus-transfer): Private return transport only, from R3,400 for 1–2 guests. - [Hermanus Day Tour from Cape Town](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/hermanus-day-tour-from-cape-town): Private guided day tour, from R4,600 for 1–2 guests, +R1,000 per additional guest. - [Cape Town to Gansbaai Transfer](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/cape-town-to-gansbaai-transfer): Private return transfer from Cape Town City Centre to Gansbaai from R4,900 for 1–2 guests, with tiered whole-group pricing for 3–10 guests and custom group quotes for 11+ guests. - [Gansbaai Day Tour from Cape Town](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/gansbaai-day-tour-from-cape-town): Private guided day tour, from R6,600 for 1–2 guests, +R1,200 per additional guest. ## Comparisons and regional guides - [Hermanus vs Gansbaai](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/hermanus-vs-gansbaai-whale-watching) - [Gansbaai vs Hermanus](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-gansbaai-vs-hermanus) - [Boat vs Helicopter Whale Watching](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-vs-whale-watching-flights) - [Whales in South Africa](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whales-in-south-africa): Species, migration and seasons. - [Whale Watching in South Africa](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-in-south-africa) - [Whale Watching Season South Africa](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-season-south-africa) - [Southern Right Whales South Africa](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/southern-right-whales-south-africa) - [South Africa Whale Watching Map](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/south-africa-whale-watching-map) ## Other destinations (secondary) - [Gansbaai Harbour Whale Watching](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/gansbaai-whale-watching) - [Kleinbaai Whale Watching & Marine Safari](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-gansbaai) - [Gansbaai Marine Big 5 Sea Safari](https://www.whalewatchinghermanus.co/whale-watching-gansbaai-big-5-sea-safari) - 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