Renowned as one of the best land based whale watching sites in the world, the charming seaside town of Hermanus has plenty to offer visitors even out of whale season.
Hermanus Highlights
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Whales all winter through to late spring – land and boat based watching
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The town whale crier who blows a kelp horn when a whale is spotted
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Annual Whale Festival and Kalfie Fees with plenty of entertainment
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Nature reserve for wonderful walks and hikes
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Excellent golf course
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Hermanus Wine Route
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Well known Whale Trail
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Coastal walk right along the cliffs
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Great shopping and dining
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Wonderful beaches such as Voelklip for surfing and sunbathing
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Weekly art and craft market
Our Portfolio of Hermanus Accommodation
If you love the ocean, you'll fall in love with Hermanus. With its New England style homes it has a real seaside charm unlike any other place in South Africa. And it also boasts the cleanest air in the country! You really do need to book well in advance if you plan on coming during the annual Whale Festival as the town bursts at its seems and a bed cannot be found for those who waited too late.
Portfolio offers a great selection of Hermanus B&Bs, Guest Houses, Boutique Hotels, Lodges and Villas in the main town and surrounding suburbs, as well as in nearby Sandbaai.
(Image: Auberge Provence)
Personally selected guest houses, country houses, boutique hotels, villas, game lodges and B&Bs
