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From - 1st Dec 2025 ....to.... 31st May, 2026 - Boat Cruises, Eco-Trips, River tours, Kayaking & Flights...ocean, coast & marine bio-diversity of Hermanus

SUMMER season 🎉🥳 
boat activities are below -
Boat Cruises, Kayaking, Eco-Marine, Shark watching and ocean trips in Hermanus, Walker Bay, South Africa
Boat Cruises, Kayaking, Eco-Marine, Shark watching and ocean trips in Hermanus, Walker Bay, South Africa
Southern Right Whale watching season in Hermanus -
CLOSED - re-opens JUNE 2026
Click HERE for - Whale Watching boat trips

Dolphin in Walker Bay, Hermanus
Dolphin in Walker Bay, Hermanus
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Kayaking on the ocean at Walker Bay, Hermanus
Kayaking on the ocean at Walker Bay, Hermanus
Dolphin in Hermanus
Dolphin in Hermanus
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Whale Watching and boat trips to see the Whales in Hermanus, South Africa is regarded as THE best place on the planet. Southern Right Whales depart in late NOV each year.

We are however thrilled to announce that the boats will still be conducting ocean trips and are regularly viewing Bryde's whales and (maybe Humpbacks), large pods of 3 playful Dolphin species - humpback, common and bottle-nose Dolphins, as well as, Cape Fur Seals, African Penguins, Cormorants, Skuas and many sea-birds.
All of the boats have their boat cruise products for the Summer season from NOW 2025 and to 31st MAY, 2026. Please find them ALL below for the various ocean boat cruises & activities in & around the pretty bay of Hermanus

Whale watching of Southern Right Whales - season
 CLOSED - re-opens on JUNE 2026 -
Full info - HERE

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Southern Right Whales
WHALE watching season CLOSED 
re-opens
JUNE 2026

Bryde's Whale in Hermanus, South Africa
Bryde's Whales are resident ALL year long in Hermanus, South Africa
Dolphins eco-marine boat trip near Hermanus South Africa
Dolphins eco-marine boat trip near Hermanus, South Africa
OPTION 1 – Eco-Marine safari boat trips -
From - 1st DECEMBER, 2025 ....to.... 31st May, 2026


Boat is launching from Kleinbaai (40mins from Hermanus)

Boat departs from another harbour situated 40mins around the bay from Hermanus (2hours and 45mins from Cape Town) and is called their “Marine Big 5 tour” where you might see Dolphin, Bryde's Whale, possibly Humpback Whale, plus you also circle the Shark Diving boats to hopefully see Sharks – and will then visit Dyer Island where there are 65,000 Cape Fur Seals, plus loads of different sea birds including African Penguins, Skua, and maybe Albatross.

Prices = R2340 per adult / R1725 per kid under 12yrs / kids under 5yrs = zero

PLUS a small Conservation fee of = R150 per person

Trips are 2.5 hours long

Meeting times are usually – 09.15am for 10.00am launch – and possible afternoon trips are at a meeting time of approx 11.15am for 12noon launch – meeting time and trip time may vary daily according to tides, wave heights and weather conditions.

Return transfers can also be arranged from Cape Town = R1000 per person - or - Hermanus = R700pp

All trips: Coffee, tea and muffins served on arrival - followed by warm veggie soup and bread after the trip

Private Charter of the boat for 3 hours is FROM = R41,400 - up to = R110,000 (max 20 persons)

CLOSED - 25th Dec 2025 and 1st Jan 2026
Pods of playful Dolphin in Walker Bay and Gansbaai / Hermanus
Pods of playful Dolphin - Walker Bay Hermanus / Gansbaai
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OPTION 2 – Eco-Marine safari boat trips -
from - 1st DECEMBER, 2025 ....to.... 31st May, 2026


Boat is launching from Gansbaai (40mins from Hermanus)

MARINE BIG 5 SEA SAFARI to visit Danger Point and/or Walker Bay – harbour 40mins from Hermanus.
Meeting time of – 09.30am for a 10.00am launch – and – 12.30pm for a 13.00pm launch – 2hrs trips
Sun-downer trips – meeting time between – 14.00pm to 16.00pm – boat to confirm 2 days prior
 
Danger Point is where we still stand a chance of spotting Humpback and Bryde Whales, which have been very active this year in that area, as well as, Dolphins, Cape Fur Seals and Penguins

Marine Big 5 Sea Safari = R1450 per adult / Senior & Students = R1300 / R725 per kid under 12yrs / under 5yrs go for free

Private Charter = R25,850

CLOSED - 25th Dec 2025 and 1st Jan 2026
Eco-Marine boat trips from Hermanus
Eco-Marine boat trips from Hermanus - 2 decked Catamaran
OPTION 3 – Eco-Marine boat trips -
from - 1st DECEMBER, 2025 ....to.... 31st May, 2026


Boat is launching from Hermanus

Hopefully spotting Humpback and Bryde Whales, which have been active this year in that area, as well as, Dolphins, Cape Fur Seals and Penguins
 
Meeting time is – 08.30am / Launch time is – 09.00am
 
Trips are 90mins to 2hrs
 
Price per adult = R900 / Kids under 12yrs = R700 / Kids under 5yrs = zero
 
Minimum number of combined passengers group/s to launch a trip is 10 persons
 
There might be a second trip if there are enough clients – launching at 11.00/11.30am

CLOSED - 25th Dec 2025 and 1st Jan 2026
PRICES $$$
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Luxury boat cruises, Hermanus
Luxury boat cruises, Hermanus
Luxury boat cruises appetizers, Hermanus
Luxury boat cruises appetizers, Hermanus
OPTION 4 –
Luxury Boat Cruises / sight-seeing trips of Hermanus bay –

Boat is launching from Hermanus

Gorgeous power-boat will cruise you around and visit Walker Bay to see what's out on the ocean splashing about. This scenic two hour cruise of the Hermanus coastline is the perfect way to start or end the day either while on holiday or at leisure in Hermanus. Spend quality time with family, friends or colleagues while you discover the sights, smells and sounds of the sea.
From the moment you board at the New Harbour you will be able to take your shoes off and recline on one of the luxuriously-upholstered seats while you sip on your favourite drink and cast your eyes out to sea. Or strip down to your bathing suit and soak up the sun on the bow of the boat. Better still, if conditions allow, you will be able to step off our ladder and swim alongside the boat. We know where the best swimming spots are. We usually return to harbour about 30mins before the end of your trip, to allow you to enjoy our gastronomic delights in calmer waters. While you watch the comings and goings of harbour life, we will make sure your drinks are topped up while you indulge in whatever takes your fancy from our gourmet platters.
PLEASE NOTE that should the minimum number of 4 persons not be reached, your booking will be rescheduled or cancelled with a full refund.

Minimum 4 persons / Maximum 8 persons

Price per Adult = R1800 / Kids under 16yrs = R1500 / Private Charters from = R7000

The trips are 2 hours long –
Launching at 07.00am – then if the weather conditions allow, we will launch a sunset cruise trip at 18.00pm

CLOSED - 25th Dec 2025 and 1st Jan 2026
Luxury boat cruises appetizers, Hermanus
Luxury boat cruises appetizers, Hermanus
Luxury boat cruises appetizers, Hermanus
Luxury boat cruises appetizers, Hermanus

OPTION 5 –
Wild Wellness Boosts - Swims, Hikes & Relaxation in Hermanus –

Our 2 to 3 hour Wellness Boosts are bite-sized adventures designed to lift your spirits, clear your head, and reconnect you with what really matters — all in the heart of the Cape Whale Coast.

Swap urban noise for ocean song, deadlines for deep breaths and your hotel slippers for a sunrise swim or forest trail.
Welcome to Hermanus, where our team offer the perfect combination of breath taking scenery and champagne air. 
Each session weaves together mindfulness, movement, breath work, and raw nature connection — whether you’re starting your morning with a forest walk, calming your mind with breath work, or plunging into the ocean at sunrise.
Led by expert facilitators, our Wild Wellness Boosts are perfect for those short on time but hungry for an experience that lasts beyond the moment. 

Meeting times:  05.00am – Nov to Feb  / 06.00am – March, April, Sept, Oct / 07.00am – May to July

Price per person = R500

Begin your day with a guided sunrise plunge into the crystal waters of the Atlantic Ocean in Hermanus. This cold-water immersion, supported by breath-work, meditation, stretches and expert facilitation, taps into the powerful benefits of cold therapy boosting immunity, focus, and mood. Combined with golden first light and post-swim hot drinks and rusks, this is a premium, soul-stirring start to any day.
Swimming at Hermanus beaches
Swimming at Hermanus beaches
Relaxing swims in Hermanus
Relaxing swims in Hermanus
Shoreline Runs, Hermanus
Shoreline Runs, Hermanus
Wild Wellness Boosts in Hermanus
Wild Wellness Boosts in Hermanus
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Cape Fur Seal snorkelling trips near Hermanus, Gansbaai
Cape Fur Seal snorkelling trips near Hermanus
OPTION 6 – Swim & Snorkel with Cape Fur Seals 🦭💙 –
Launch from Kleinbaai (near Gansbaai)
 45mins from Hermanus
– Available ALL year long

NEW ACTIVITY!
We are thrilled to launch our brand-new, fully permitted Swimming with Seals adventure and you can be among the first to experience it!

With 25 years of experience in the Dyer Island ecosystem, our team understands this Cape Fur Seal colony better than anyone. Your safety, and the well-being of the seals, are always our priority. Our expert marine guides specialize in reading seal behaviour, ensuring a responsible and unforgettable wildlife encounter.

✔ NEW legal, permitted activity
✔ R1500 per person
✔ Full protective wetsuit, gloves, booties & fins included
✔ Guided by expert marine professionals
✔ Small group experience (max 10)
✔ Supports conservation through the Dyer Island Conservation Trust

Depart for a scenic 20-minute cruise to the world-famous Geyser Rock colony, home to more than 60,000 playful Cape Fur Seals. Spend 20–30 magical minutes snorkeling among them as they glide, twirl and zip around you.

👉 Book now and experience the ocean like never before!

Kayaking on the ocean to explore Seals, Penguins and hopefully Dolphins and maybe Whales in Hermanus, Walker Bay, South Africa
Kayaking out to sea to explore Seals, Penguins & maybe Dolphins & Whales - Hermanus, Walker Bay, South Africa
OPTION 7 – Kayaking from Hermanus

Kayaking – Available ALL year long

Kayaking in the bay - launching from Hermanus - is a gentle paddle for 2 hours to explore our coastline from the sea in stable ocean Kayaks. Each Kayak can take 2 persons and is a lovely way to encounter Seals, Penguins, birdlife and hopefully pods of Dolphin, with the incredibly pretty back-drop of our high mountain ranges lovely scenery surrounding you. Kayaks MUST be over 300metres away from Whales.

Your Kayaking Tour Guide will give you a quick 10mins briefing, while you strap on a life-jacket, grab a paddle and will escort you out to sea, hugging the coastline. Please wear flip-flops and clothes that you don't mind getting slightly wet below your waistline and only bring small compact cameras that you can easily and quickly stow-away.

Minimum age is - 10 yrs old, as you need body weight and upper body strength to propel yourself along. Maximum group size is 17 persons.

Weather and ocean conditions permitting.

Trips go our 3 times per day - 08.00 or 09.00am / 10.30 or 11.30am / 13.00 or 14.00pm - with the early morning trips usually being the best weather / wave conditions.

Price per person is = R550 - card, eft or cash on the day please, thanks.
Kayaking with Seals in Hermanus
Kayaking with Seals in Hermanus
Dolphin in Hermanus, South Africa
Dolphin in Hermanus
Southern Right Whale watching season in Hermanus
CLOSED - re-opens - 1st JUNE, 2026 - info here
Dolphin in Hermanus
Dolphin in Hermanus
Kayaking in Hermanus
Kayaking in Hermanus
Kayaking in Hermanus
Sun rise incredible scenery while Kayaking in Hermanus
Kayaking with pods of Dolphins in Walker Bay, Hermanus
Kayaking with pods of Dolphins in Walker Bay, Hermanus - does not happen every day, but when it does, its AMAZING

PRICES $$$
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Shark cage diving & surface viewing trips, Gansbaai, near Hermanus, South Africa
Shark cage diving & surface viewing trips, Gansbaai, near Hermanus, South Africa
Great White Shark cage diving and surface viewing trips, Hermanus / Gansbaai, South Africa
Shark cage diving & surface viewing trips, Gansbaai, near Hermanus in South Africa
OPTION 8 – launch from Kleinbaai (near Gansbaai) - 45mins from Hermanus - Contact us

Great White & Copper Shark trips – Available ALL year long

Gansbaai, near Hermanus, is THE place on the planet to do Great White & Copper Shark cage diving / surface viewing trips; which is an utterly incredible experience that ALL the family can do – we have known 8 year old kids & 92 year old Grandmas to jump into the cage. We are also viewing lots of amazing Copper Shark / Bronze Whaler Shark, these are extremely active & go around in big groups of 5 to 30 individual sharks, its amazing to see and full-on action.

Viewing of Great White Shark is not guaranteed, as this is nature - Copper Sharks are certainly here

Boats conduct tours ALL year long – usual meeting times will be -
Summer Holiday meeting times are approximately -
06.00am
08.00am
there might be a 3rd trip - depending upon demand...


This is a 3/4 to full day activity, including your travelling time.

There is NO need for scuba or snorkeling experience as it is all surface viewing and novices are very welcome. You pop on a wet suit, pop on a mask and jump into the cage, which is 3 metres high; 2 metres under water and 1 metre above it. When a shark approaches, all you do is hold your breath and duck-down into the lower section of the submerged cage.

Resurfacing obviously to get another lung full of air – while probably screaming your lungs-out with excitement. Each cage holds up to 6 people in one go. You will be at sea for 3 to 4 hours.
 
You get included in the price – a light breakfast of coffee, tea, cereal, toast, fruit, yogurts etc; cold drinks and light snacks on board and then return to land for hot soup and munchies afterwards.
 
Professional DVD cameraman is also on board to capture all the action, maybe under water footage too. DVDs are = R350

We deal with all the boats and prices vary from – R2800 per person – to – R3655 per person – (Special offers occasionally)
some boats allow kids of all ages, while some don't (providing Baby-Sitters on land while you are out on the ocean) – some offer kids discounts and some don't..... Please contact us to discuss this with you, thanks
Some boats also charge a small Conservation fee of = R100 per person

PRIVATE Charter of a Shark boat is from = R50,000 for 3 hours

Return transfers in minibuses is available – Cape Town = R1000 per person / Hermanus = R700 per person


For LOADS more info, please check out our FULL page – Great White & Copper SHARK trips
Copper Sharks / Bronze Whale Shark at Hermanus, cage diving
Copper Sharks / Bronze Whale Sharks at Hermanus, cage diving

River Boat cruises at Stanford, near Hermanus, Cape Town, South Africa
River Boat cruises at Stanford, near Hermanus
Seating on the larger river boat, near Hermanus, near Cape Town, South Africa
Seating on the larger river boat, near Hermanus
OPTION 9 – 2 boats available
River Boat Braai (BBQ) Cruises (at Stanford 20mins from Hermanus) - Available ALL year long


Conducted along the very pretty Stanford River (20 minutes from Hermanus) with fabulous views of the mountains and bird-watching of loads of different bird species to watch – in summer feel free to jump into the river for a refreshing swim – Trips are for 2 hours and can launch at any time that you desire (during day light hours) – they supply the boat, braai and wood – you bring your own food, drinks, cutlery and crockery. Cruises are completely self catered. Trips will have mixed groups – or – can be Privately Chartered.
Price per person –

Larger boat = R300 per person – Min 10 persons – Max 30 persons
Private Charter = R5000
Price per person –

Smaller boat = R300 – Min 4 persons – Max 12 persons
Private Charter = R3000
River Boat cruises at Stanford, near Hermanus, Cape Town, South Africa
Larger boat for - River Boat cruises at Stanford, near Hermanus
River boat cruises near Hermanus
Smaller boat - for river cruises near Hermanus

FISHING BOATS
BOAT #1
Reef Fishing Hermanus South Africa
Reef Fishing Hermanus South Africa

BOAT #2
Deep Sea Fishing, Hermanus
Deep Sea Fishing, Hermanus
OPTION 10 – Fishing Boats –

Fishing trips to the reefs of Hermanus - Available ALL year long

BOAT #1
Leave Hermanus harbour at about 08.00am in a fishing boat to do Reef fishing in Walker Bay, getting back to land at about 12noon/1pm-ish, all gear is supplied, all that you catch you can take back to land and braai if you so desire. Price is = R1,800 per person.

Minimum of 3 person - Maximum of 6 persons per trip - small groups can be mixed.
Private Charters are a total fee of = R10,600

You are very welcome to please bring along your own picnic cooler-box of munchies and drinks.

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BOAT #2
A second boat also launches from Hermanus - Available ALL year long

1) Deep Sea Fishing Charters for Tuna - FULL DAY = R6,500 PER PERSON - MINIMUM of 3 persons - MAXIMUM of 4 persons - 07.30am to 15.30pm

2) In-Shore Fishing Charters - HALF DAY = R8,500 TOTAL, divided by persons on board - max 5 persons - 4 hours - either - Morning 07.30am to 11.30am - or - Afternoon 1pm to 5pm

3) In-Shore Fishing Charters - FULL DAY = R16,500 TOTAL, divided by persons on board - max 5 persons - 07.30am to 15.30pm

4) Bird watching Cruises - HALF DAY = R12,500 TOTAL - divided by persons on board - max 5 persons - trip is 4 hours
                        
On all trips we might also meet various marine species and all types of Pelagic bird species.
All gear and tackle is supplied. Plus snacks, soft drinks, sodas, waters
Boat has a fish share policy on Deep Sea Charters.
Mixed groups allowed.
Private charters available too.
Trip launch times determined by weather and sea conditions.

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Reef Sea Fishing trips in Hermanus, near Cape Town, South Africa
Reef Sea Fishing trips in Hermanus, near Cape Town, South Africa
Prices for ALL Activities
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Helicopter flights over Hermanus, South Africa
Helicopter flights over Hermanus, Gansbaai and Walker Bay
OPTION 11 –
Helicopter flights – Scenic Flights


Helicopter landing and taking-off from Hermanus Cricket grounds – to fly over the farmlands, beach and ocean of Walker Bay, Hermanus

Launching from Hermanus – 30mins flights

Robertson R44 - MAX 3 persons = TOTAL fee is = R35,000
Bell 206 - MAX 4 persons = TOTAL fee is = R45,000
Airbus H125 - MAX 5 persons = TOTAL fee is = R65,000


PLEASE be informed that at other times then they have to fly in from Cape Town which can add on another R10,000 to R15,000 onto the prices above – please check with us, to see whats occurring, thanks

Humpback whale boat trips - re-starts December
Humpback whale boat trips - December to April
Humpback whale boat trips - re-starts December
Humpback whale boat trips - December to April
OPTION 12 -
AMAZING brand NEW Humpback whale exploration -
boat launches from Yzerfontein on the West Coast (1hr north of Cape Town)
OPEN NOW .. re-starts 9th NOVEMBER 2025 -
please contact us for more info and prices


Price per person for 4 to 6 hr trip = R5700 per person
Starts - 9th November, 2025 .. to ..
early MARCH, 2026 - full info HERE

To book the boat directly - please click HERE

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Humpback Whale watching tours, at Yzerfontein, 1 hour from Cape Town - November to March
Humpback Whale watching tours, at Yzerfontein, 1 hour from Cape Town - November to March

PRICES for ALL Activities
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TERMS and CONDITIONS –
  • All trips are weather permitting; cancellation can occur with little prior notice if necessary. Notification of any cancellations will be made by telephone.
  • Should the trip not take place due to sea conditions, a full refund of the ticket price will be given / no payment required.
  • These tours have a minimum number of passenger’s requirement. Should the minimum requirements for the trip to commence not be met, you will be notified the day prior to your tour of cancellation or rescheduling as per cruise schedule.
  • Late clients and ‘no shows’ will not be refunded.
  • Cancellations received less than 3 days before trip departure - 100% cancellation fee will be charged
  • In the event of unforeseeable circumstances policies can be amended at the discretion of the boat/s

Southern Right Whale watching season in Hermanus
CLOSED - re-opens - 1st JUNE, 2026 - info here

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On the 30th October 2019, the Hermanus region was given an extremely important and unique award – being named as – THE Gastronomic Town of AFRICA –
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Hermanus gastronomic town of Africa
Percy Tours of Hermanus celebrates, in 2026, over 22 years of conducting tours, activities and adventures of Hermanus, Cape Town and the Western Cape
Percy Tours of Hermanus celebrates, in 2026, over 22 years of conducting tours, activities and adventures of Hermanus, Cape Town and the Western Cape
Wine Tours of Hermanus and the amazing Winelands of Cape Town, Stellenbosch and beyond.... with Percy Tours of Hermanus
Wine Tours of Hermanus & the amazing Winelands of Cape Town, Stellenbosch & beyond....with Percy Tours of Hermanus
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