Whales & Wine Tour (Hermanus)

Name: Whales & Wine Tour (Hermanus)
Brand: Hylton Ross Exclusive Touring
SKU: 5498b9b8-cd89-4594-9dd2-18520baa3c75
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Summary

Wed / Fri / Sun +/- 08h00 to +/- 18h00 July to November only There is no guarantee that Whales will be sighted although our guides make every effort to find the best viewing point. The scenic coastal Clarence Drive offers spectacular views of False Bay. We arrive at the quaint holiday town of Hermanus and search the cliffs of Walker Bay for whales. There may be an opportunity to join boat-based whale watching (for own account +/-R880 per person and subject to availability and weather). Your guide will point out a variety of options for lunch (own account). Our tour continues into the beautiful Hemel en Aarde Valley (Heaven and Earth) to the Bouchard Finlayson Wine Estate where we are treated to tasting some of their delicious wines.The estate is closed on Sundays, but a visit to the cheetah sanctuary will be included instead, if time permits. Relax with a cup of tea (own account) at a farm stall where you can find natural preserves, jams with a difference, and delicious pastries. We return over Sir Lowry’s Mountain Pass and enjoy the views of long white sandy beaches stretching along the False Bay coastline. On a clear day it is possible to see Cape Point. • Handy tip: Sun protection, protective clothing and preventative treatment against sea sickness are advisable when going on the boat trip. • Included: Wine tasting at Bouchard Finlayson (or entrance to the cheetah sanctuary on Sundays). • Excluded: Lunch, tea and boat-based whale watching. • Children under 12 years pay half price for our tours.

Tour info

Duration

8 hours

Why take this tour?

• Pick up in small air-conditioned vehicles with driver guide at central hotels included. Please ask at time of booking if your hotel is included in the central area. • This tour only operates JULY to NOVEMBER • There is no guarantee Whales will be sighted although our guides make every effort to find the best viewing point. • Spectacular scenery of mountains, False Bay, the Indian Ocean and gorgeous beaches, and an opportunity to join boat-based whale watching (for own account +/- R670 per person and subject to availability and weather). • Wine tasting included at Bouchard Finlayson in the Hemel en Aarde Valley included on Wed and Fri. On Sun we visit a Cheetah Sanctuary if time permits. • Lunch is excluded and for own account. Your guide will advise about local restaurants in Hermanus.

What’s included?

Pick up from hotels in central areas in small air-conditioned vehicles with driver guide. Please check at time of booking if your hotel is in the central area.
Excluded: Lunch, refreshments, tea, souvenirs and boat-based whale watching at +/- R670 per person.

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 8h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

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Hylton Ross Exclusive Touring

About operator:

Whatever your interests, Hylton Ross Touring offers the best opportunities to experience South Africa. We have 5 offices situated close to all the major tourist attractions. We offer over 60 scheduled full and half day tours, or you can book a private tour in our vehicle with our driver guide who will take you wherever you please! The famous Garden Route is a ‘must see’ and we hope you join us on our guided 4 day Garden Route tour which includes accommodation, meals and sightseeing. We also have a new 3 day safari experience in the Kruger National Park which includes accommodation in a choice of tents or rondawels, along with game drives in open safari vehicles and mouth-watering meals.