A day spent exploring the R44 that hugs the coastline all the way from False Bay to Walker Bay. Your whale watching will start here with a good chance of spotting whales and dolphin en route. Stopping for Lunch in Hermanus we will then explore the coastline from cliff top and aerial view before exploring the wine farms around the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.
Heading out of Cape Town we will take the scenic R44 that hugs the coast line all the way from False Bay to Walker Bay. Your whale watching will start here with a good chance of spotting whales and dolphin enroute. We will stop at Betty’s Bay to enjoy see the Penguins a great alternative to the Penguins on the Cape Peninsular as their tends to be less people and the Penguins are often slipping in and out of the sea from the rocks they now call home.
Stopping in Hermanus in Bientang’s Cave for lunch there is no way to get closer to the whales and sea for lunch. Created out of a traditional cave which was previously inhabited by a Koi Strandloper of the same name, the restaurant spills out onto the rocks of Walker Bay in Hermanus, where whale watching is the preferred local pastime. Whilst seafood features highly on the menu there are plenty for non seafood eaters.
Leaving the popular Hermanus behind, we head to one of the small villages perched on the cliffs 30 minutes outside Hermanus. It is here that you can experience some of the best land based whale watching in the world as whales often sidle up right underneath the steep cliffs especially when they have young calves, giving you a bird's eye view.
Experience the Flight of the Giants- African Wings use planes that make minimum noise and emit low frequency to allow the best airborne view of whales possible. Carrying a maximum at 3 at a time on a 1 hour 10 minute scenic flight over the whales, sharks and southernmost tip of Africa. This is the ultimate way to whale watch.
We will then head inland to explore the Hemel - en Aarde Valley. This valley unites the passion and reputation of fifteen wineries, each growing small volumes of premium quality wine in carefully and sustainably managed vineyards. While these wines draw wine lovers from all over the world, the pristine shores of the Atlantic Ocean, the towering mountain ranges and fynbos-clad hills add to the attraction – to guarantee visitors to the Hermanus Wine Route a memorable experience.
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Tour Code: Master
Duration: 8 – 12 Hours
Group Size: Private Groups, any size
Departure Time: Flexible, the earlier the better
Return Time: When your day is done
Flexibility - adaptable on an hour to hour basis to suit your clients’ needs and changing weather conditions throughout the day. Where you go and what activities you do are up to you.
Adventure Utility Vehicle (AUV) – Our vehicle comes equipped with stand up paddles, mountain bikes, pre-packed hiking packs, surfboards and a fully stocked gourmet pantry with drinks included.
Top Adventure Guides - Viewed as the best in Africa in their specialist fields, our guides have a wealth of experience and stories to tell.
The tour shown is only an example, more or less can be done on the day. Click on the activities list and map for more information.
Explore - Sir Lowry's Pass (Esc+Exp)
Includes:
Private Adventure Guide / Driver
Exclusive Use of Adventure Utility Vehicle
Adventure Equipment - SUP Boards, Safety Gear & Hiking packs
Drinks - Soft Drinks, Beer, Wine & Selected Spirits
Gourmet Pantry - selection of snacks and picnic items
Unlimited travel in and around Cape Town, including as far as Winelands & Hermanus
Onboard WiFi
Excludes:
Surf Board, Wetsuit and Tuition – available at R300 / $30 / $18 per person
Mountain Bike – available at R450 / $45 /£26 per person
Additional restaurant meals and wine farm supplied picnics
Entry, Attraction Fees and Park Fees – e.g. Aquarium & Cable Car
Adventures beyond 100 km radius of Cape Town - e.g. Cape Agulhas, Ceres & Orange River
