Hermanus

Hermanus is located 150km from Cape Town and is known as the land-based whale watching capital of the world. It is a large tourist town that spreads along 12 km strip between the Klein River Mountains and Fernkloof Nature Reserve, and the rugged Walker Bay coastline, part of a large Marine Reserve.

Located on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route

West Coast Way is Your Route To Nature

West Coast Way is your ultimate gateway to experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Cape West Coast of South Africa. As a premium tourism brand, we offer six uniquely themed trip plans that promise an unforgettable journey: Cape, Culture, Foodie, Tractor, Berg, and Wild.

Road-Trip-Southern-Africa-West-Coast-Way-Routes Discover over 101 incredible things to see and do with West Coast Way: Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve. For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777.  Follow us on  on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.

Find Hermanus on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route. It is a region of great natural beauty affording incredible views and spectacular sunsets, particularly in winter.

Whale season is from July to November when the Southern Right whales come into the area to calve.Bryde’ss whales are seen in the bay all year round and Humpback Whales can be spotted in June and July.   Whale Museum The annual Whale Festival is held over a weekend in September and combines whale watching from shore and sea with family fun, street parades, music, seafood and local produce. An interactive Eco – Marine Village Tent and Eco-Marine talks about whales, penguins, white sharks promotes the main focus of the festival which is education and conservation of all the marine life in Walker Bay.

The R320 is a scenic 40km route through the Hemel and Aarde Valley that links this coastal town to Caledon and boasts 16 wine estates, most offering tastings, pairings and meals. Guided wine tours are available to mitigate drinking and driving. So there are no worries about drinking and driving.

Grotto Beach has been awarded Blue Flag status and is great for swimming, exploring the rock pools or soaking up the sun. The beachside restaurant is a popular sunset spot.

There are many kilometres of cliff walks meandering above and down onto the beaches in parts, all affording spectacular views of the dramatic landscape. Guided cliff walks are offered and are very insightful.  and old harbour

Hermanus has more than 15 art galleries and hosts the annual FynArts Festival in June. This festival runs over ten days and the extensive program covers music, food, wine, fine art, sculptures, ceramics and poetry. Visitors can attend a variety of workshops and demonstrations ranging from painting to cooking or wine tasting to photography. Performances include chamber and orchestral music, opera, jazz and theatre. An art gallery walk is mapped out and visitors can meet and chat to the artists. Massive art installations are displayed along the cliffs created by invited local sculptors. This art festival is a celebration of the top South African artists in all genres.

This tourist town has a multitude of restaurants, accommodations, natural attractions and activities for the whole family.

Hermanus is located on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route

Open 7 Days a week
Distance from Cape Town: 120.7km
Where: N2
Contact: +27 (0)28 312 2629 | [email protected]

West Coast Way is Your Route To Nature

West Coast Way is your ultimate gateway to experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Cape West Coast of South Africa. As a premium tourism brand, we offer six uniquely themed trip plans that promise an unforgettable journey: Cape, Culture, Foodie, Tractor, Berg, and Wild.

Road-Trip-Southern-Africa-West-Coast-Way-Routes Discover over 101 incredible things to see and do with West Coast Way: Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve. For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777.  Follow us on  on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.

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