Whale Watching: Southern Right Whales in Walker Bay

Experience a unique and interactive land-based whale watching adventure in Hermanus. Join a whale behavioral specialist and learn about Southern Right Whales through personal stories and stunning photography.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Whale House Museum - Introduction to Southern Right Whales and Hermanus
    The visit to the museum is to familiarise clients with the Southern Right whale, info on their size, length and weight. I tell them the connection/ synergy there is between whales and Hermanus.
    I speak about the whaling days and what impact it had on them and how it almost…
What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Climate-controlled vehicle for your comfort
Additional Information

After 20 years of photographing and observing the behavioural patterns of the Southern Right Whales that visit Walker Bay annually, I consider myself a Whale behavioural specialist and I offer a unique and interactive land based whale watching experience, that includes sharing knowledge and personal stories spanning over two decades. During my time…

Location
Whale Museum
Market Square Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(36 Ratings)
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Griffithscarolina
Feb 1, 2026
Beyond amazing! - This is a long overdue review. Our tour with Dave was beyond amazing. It was the highlight of our trip to Hermanus. He is just so passionate and shares all his knowledge. He went above and beyond and drove for a long time to show us the whales. I could not recommend him more. My family and I were delighted to meet him, an absolute privilege.
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Charlotte
Oct 18, 2025
FANTASTIC!! - Absolutely amazing experience! Dave is so passionate, knowledgable and friendly, and having a private tour like this makes all the difference. He took us to multiple locations and shared intimate knowledge of the whales and local area. We highly highly recommend!
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Passport586680
Oct 16, 2025
A special treat - Absolutely fantastic! Couldn’t be more pleased. David was engaging, very knowledgeable , and informative. We had a great show of Southern Rights , with some persistence needed, but lots by the end.
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Vacation54834577302
Oct 13, 2025
Great whale experience with a fantastic expert! - Great experience with Dave who knows all the spots and knows so much about these gentle giants. I highly recommend this tour before going on a boat. So you are well prepared.
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Trail311865
Oct 9, 2025
Un unforgettable experience with Dave - The tour with Dave is definitely a highlight of our tour. Dave has decades of experience and deep knowledge of whales. He was patient and enthusiastic with all of the questions we had. We had a boat-based whale watching tour the next day, and still find the tour with Dave very helpful and necessary. His tour helped us build a strong foundation and understanding of these magnificent animals. Dave tried his best to ensure that we could see the whales in the best location. He drove us to the nearby towns to look for great locations, and we were able to watch several whales. Through Dave, we also learned a lot about the history and culture of Hermanus and the towns around. We cannot recommend Dave’s tour enough! Whether you have a boat tour planned or not, this trip is a must-do. Thank you, Dave, for such a memorable and insightful adventure!
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Jddiet
Oct 5, 2025
Whales watching - A great experience from a wildlife and human perspective. We can only recommend David’s way of whale watching and whales’ life discovery. Nath and JD from Belgium
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Kayleigh
Sep 30, 2025
One of our highlights - One of the highlights of our entire trip! Dave was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate. The tour itself was amazing, and we also came away with great tips for spotting whales during the rest of our stay. We’d highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting—it’s an absolute must!
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Claudia_b
Sep 26, 2025
Great experience - Those who book this activity do everything right. Dave is a walking lexicon and explains with great love everything you need to know about these great animals. Questions are welcome. It was a very nice afternoon with great sightings.
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Janetho3469ap
Sep 17, 2025
What a display! - Definitely one of the highlights of our trip to South Africa. Dave was knowledgable and enthusiastic. He found several whales for us including a mother and baby so close to the shore - mum put on a great display! A fantastic experience!
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Jonathan
Oct 25, 2025
Whale walking tour - Obviously knowledgeable and enthusiastic about whales. Unfortunately did not see a single whale on this afternoon trip though had seen a mother and calf in the same area in the morning. That’s nature.
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