Whale Watchers Hermanus

Whale Watchers Hermanus Boat-Based Whale Watching from June to November in Hermanus, South Africa Whale watching season starts in June and ends December.

Hermanus Whale Watchers in Hermanus, South Africa is a boat- based whale watching company offering an exciting up-close and personal encounter with Southern Right Whales in their natural environment. Hermanus is a 90 min drive form Cape Town.

Lively pod of common dolphins outside the harbor this morning!- Photo Credit:  Etsebeth -
04/02/2025

Lively pod of common dolphins outside the harbor this morning!
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Photo Credit: Etsebeth
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Humpback whale flukes can be up to 18 feet wide—they are serrated along the trailing edge and pointed at the tips. Tail ...
31/01/2025

Humpback whale flukes can be up to 18 feet wide—they are serrated along the trailing edge and pointed at the tips. Tail fluke pigmentation patterns, in combination with varying shapes and sizes of whales' flukes and/or prominent scars, are unique to each animal These patterns are similar to a human fingerprint
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Humpback whales are one of the three whale species we often encounter due the whale watching season.
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Humpback whales are one of the three whale species we often encounter due to the whale-watching season.

It was a lovely Birthday Surprise yesterday for a very special person celebrating the occasion with a sunset cruise. and...
24/01/2025

It was a lovely Birthday Surprise yesterday for a very special person celebrating the occasion with a sunset cruise.
and lots of common dolphins as a surprise gifts.

www.hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za

Where Do The Whales Go From Here?Southern Right Whales travel between 2000 and 3000 kilometers to their sub-Antarctic fe...
07/01/2025

Where Do The Whales Go From Here?
Southern Right Whales travel between 2000 and 3000 kilometers to their sub-Antarctic feeding waters, where they feed entirely on zooplankton, commonly called Krill. This migratory journey can take about six weeks.
They need to feed on 600-1600kg of food daily to sustain themselves during their 6-month fasting period down in the southern African waters.

Read more about the Southern Right Whale feeding behavior here:
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Southern Right Whales travel between 2000 and 3000 kilometers to their sub-Antarctic feeding waters, where they feed entirely on zooplankton, commonly called Krill. This migratory journey can take about six weeks.

Cape Fur Seal Pupping Season: Understanding the Tragedy of Dead Seal PupsIt’s Cape Fur seal pupping season at Geyser Roc...
30/12/2024

Cape Fur Seal Pupping Season: Understanding the Tragedy of Dead Seal Pups

It’s Cape Fur seal pupping season at Geyser Rock, running from late October to January. While this is a time of new life, it’s also a period of significant challenges for these vulnerable animals.

Seal pups are born without insulating fat or waterproof fur and are entirely dependent on their mothers for care. Mothers alternate between nursing their pups on land and feeding at sea for days at a time. Unfortunately, during storms, strong easterly winds, and spring high tides, many pups are washed off the rocks into the ocean. Unable to swim or retain body heat, they often succumb to hypothermia and drown.

Currents and northwesterly winds frequently wash these pups ashore on nearby beaches.

If you come across a dead seal pup:
Keep your dogs away. Seals are genetic cousins to dogs and can spread diseases to them.

Please report it.
Notify the Municipality Operational Department to handle the situation properly.


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— at Dyer Island Conservation Trust

What an unforgettable experience! A large pod of dolphins enjoying the swells, then joined by Cape Fur Seals and a raft ...
18/12/2024

What an unforgettable experience! A large pod of dolphins enjoying the swells, then joined by Cape Fur Seals and a raft of endangered African penguins —nature at its finest. 🌊

Join Whale Watchers Hermanus for a spectacular Marine Wildlife experience along the stunning Walker Bay Sanctuary coast and witness marine magic for yourself. 🐋

📅 Daily 9am trips (weather permitting)
📲 WhatsApp: 0829318064
🌐 Book Online: https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/

Don’t miss out on this memorable holiday adventure for the whole family 🐳

07/12/2024

🐬🐬 Sounds like an incredible experience! The excitement of seeing a large pod of dolphins enjoying the swells after stormy weather must be unforgettable. 🌊

Whale Watchers Hermanus Marine Wildlife trips sound like a perfect opportunity to explore the Walker Bay Sanctuary and enjoy marine magic. I’m sure many will jump at the chance to join—especially with the ease of WhatsApp bookings and the online option. 🐋
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Whats App: 0829318064
Book Online: https://hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za/
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04/12/2024

Today's oceanic adventure suddenly changed into an exceptional one when the common dolphins were joined by Cape Fur Seals. A wonderful, rare occurrence!
Picture yourself exploring the dramatic coastline of Walker Bay, surrounded by stunning natural beauty and the chance to encounter majestic whales, playful dolphins, curious seals, and charming but endangered African penguins.
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Join us on one of the daily 9am marine wildlife trips in December.🐬🐬
What's App: 0829318064
Email: [email protected]
www.hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za

Just a short while into our trip we encountered this lively pod of common dolphins  Actually, they are all over, not one...
30/11/2024

Just a short while into our trip we encountered this lively pod of common dolphins Actually, they are all over, not one* group* but several groups chasing certain types of fish/ sardines
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Officially, this is our last whale-watching day of the 2024 season but luckily the marine wildlife did not get the memo!!
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Even though whale season is coming to a close this weekend, that doesn't mean there are no whales out there; we still sa...
25/11/2024

Even though whale season is coming to a close this weekend, that doesn't mean there are no whales out there; we still saw some Bryde's whale activity on some of our weekend trips!

Some unusual bad weather will keep us on land for the next 3 days,
🤞Crossing fingers that southern right whales will still be around when we return on Thursday.
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16/11/2024

That was wow! Our whale-watching trip had an amazing time on the water this morning, with some curious calves coming close to the boat to do some people-watching. No less than three mother-and-calf pairs were all around the boat. It was truly incredible!🐳🐋🐳🐋🐳🐋
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Beautiful weather forecast for the next few days.
Book your trip via Whats App: 082 931 8064
or online:
www.hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za
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Unbelievable! Its supposed to be getting quiet out there but the shows on all trips today were incredible. A very inquis...
10/11/2024

Unbelievable! Its supposed to be getting quiet out there but the shows on all trips today were incredible.
A very inquisitive calf gave us a peek at its face over & over before Mum joined in with a massive breach. We then saw the whales dive deep, before popping up right next to our boat for very close encounters!
Looks like the southern right whales are not in a hurry to leave soon, so join us soon for an adventure!
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Daily trips- weather depending.
Whats App- 082 931 8064
Or Book online: www.hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za
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10/11/2024

We're still seeing some exhilarating sights from our blubbery friends out there!
A beautiful time this morning, cruising along the coast with a mum and calf. it was a day for people watching as they shyhop again & again- perhaps saying goodbye before their journey back to Antarctica.
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We still run daily trips- weather permitting.
Book via Whats App; 082 931 8064
or Online
www.hermanuswhalewatchers.co.za
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Orange Building On The Right Entering The New Harbour In Hermanus
Hermanus
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