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We are situated in the Heart of
the Whale Coast, in the Hermanus New Harbour at “The Whale Shack”, a little
blue hut, right at the waters edge.
We are the licensed permit holder
for Walker Bay - Hermanus. Our permit entitles our vessel to approach the
whales up to 50 metres. We then stop and the decision is left entirely
to the whales whether or not they wish to approach the boat - being curious
creatures, they often do come right up to our vessel. It is definitely
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| The duration of a trip is normally
about 2 hours. It can go up to 3 hours, depending where the whales are
on that trip. A competent, registered skipper and whale guide specialist
are in charge of the vessel.
Our motto: “Observing not Disturbing”.
We usually encounter Southern Right whales, seals, penguins and marine
birds. We are fortunate enough to encounter dolphins, Bryde’s (our resident
whale throughout the year, unfortunately rather shy), and Humpback whales
on certain of our trips. |
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For your added pleasure we have
got a hydrophone on board - listen to the underwater world, it adds another
dimension to your experience.
When is the best time to watch the
whales? Approximately from June / July to early December, it all depends
when the star performers arrive and depart. |
| Bookings are not essential, but
advisable, so as to avoid disappointment. All trips are subject to weather
conditions.
Departures: 7h00, 9h00, 12h00, 15h00;
The 7h00 (Breakfast trip) includes a breakfast upon your return.
Costs: Adults R 350,00; children
(under 12) R 200,00
We are looking forward to welcoming
you on board. |
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