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Hermanus

3.9
Beaches · Dolphin & Whale Watching · Scenic Walking Areas
Renowned as a premier whale-watching destination, Hermanus grew from a quaint fishing village nestled on Walker Bay. The world's principal hub for spotting whales from land, Hermanus offers scenic surroundings, pleasant climate, and proximity to Cape Town. Nature trails, restaurants, and wineries abound in the charming town, which can easily be explored walking. Popular things to do in Hermanus include browsing specialty shops and craft stores, or just spending time lounging on one of the area's pristine beaches. Add Hermanus and other destinations to your itinerary using our South Africa online trip builder, and learn about what to see, what to do, and where to stay.
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    Top tours near Hermanus

    FROM $221 BOOK WITH VIATOR Shark Cage Diving and Viewing from Cape Town
    4.7
    Duration: 4 hours
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    FROM $131 BOOK WITH VIATOR Zipline and Wine from Cape Town
    4.9
    Duration: 6 hours
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    Popular things to do in Hermanus

    Grotto Beach ©
    Beach
    Grotto Beach
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Hermanus Cliff Path ©
    Scenic Walking Area
    Hermanus Cliff Path
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Dolphin / Whale Watching
    Dolphin & Whale Watching
    3.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Shark Diving
    Shark Diving
    4.9
    Duration: 4 hours

    Side trips from Hermanus

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    Shark Diving
    Shark Diving
    Gansbaai
    4.3
    Duration: 4 hours
    Stony Point Penguin Colony ©
    Nature / Park
    Stony Point Penguin Colony
    Betty's Bay
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary ©
    Nature / Park
    Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary
    Stanford
    4.7
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Cape Agulhas - Southernmost Tip of Africa
    Historic Walking Area
    Cape Agulhas - Southernmost Tip of Africa
    Cape Agulhas
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Hidden gems in Hermanus

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    Nature / Wildlife Tour
    Nature & Wildlife Tours
    4.6
    Duration: 8 hours
    Hermanus Country Market ©
    Flea Market
    Hermanus Country Market
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Cape Whale Coast
    Geologic Formation
    Cape Whale Coast
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Creation ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Creation
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Wineries in Hermanus

    Sumaridge Wine Estate ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Sumaridge Wine Estate
    4.2
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Bartho Eksteen Wijnskool ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Bartho Eksteen Wijnskool
    4.8
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Ataraxia Wines ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Ataraxia Wines
    4.7
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Bouchard Finlayson Winery ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Bouchard Finlayson Winery
    4.4
    Duration: 30 minutes

    Shopping in Hermanus

    Funky Vibes ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Funky Vibes
    4.9
    Duration: 1 hour
    Wine Village Hermanus ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Wine Village Hermanus
    4.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    OneLove The Fashion Shack ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    OneLove The Fashion Shack
    4.6
    Duration: 4 hours
    Hermanuspietersfontein Wines
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Hermanuspietersfontein Wines
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Wildlife in Hermanus

    Proper Trips ©
    Dolphin / Whale Watching
    Proper Trips
    Onrus
    5.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    Majestic Cruising ©
    Fishing Charter / Tour
    Majestic Cruising
    4.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    Scuba / Snorkeling
    Scuba & Snorkeling
    2.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min

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    Places to visit with Hermanus

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