"Hermanus -- Whales and Wonders!" a Hermanus Travel Page by SESM

The lovely seaside town of Hermanus is no secret! Capetonians flock there on weekends (it is only an hour or so away and the drive is lovely) or have summer homes there. There are many charming bed and breakfasts, good restaurants and the famous whale watching experience from about July through November!

All along the sea's edge running for several miles is the cliff walk. Much if not all of it is conservation area, altho some parts go right past people's lovely vacation homes. The path is well maintained and low exertion and offers not only beautiful views of the sea (which can be enjoyed on the many benches placed along the trail and the rocks) but a chance to see the whales. We had to wait and watch but were rewarded with about 6 whales from afar. If you come at the right time, the whales come right up to the shore, close enough to touch!

The flowers along cliff walk are lovely -- fynbos, aloes, and lillies (depending on the season of course). Look carefully and you'll see the jewel colored tiny sunbird in the bushes! And watch for the plump Dassies cavorting near the Old Harbour.