Hermanus
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In this Article
- Introduction
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Eat
- Drink
- Sleep
- Keep Connected
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Introduction
Hermanus is a small town of 25,000 people on South Africa's southern coast. A couple of hours drive from Cape Town, it's reputedly one of the best places to spot whales from the shore. The best time to catch a glimpse of these huge mammals is between June and November, when you can spot Southern Right Whales, Humpback Whales, Bryde Whales and even Killer Whales.
Sights and Activities
Hermanus has the worlds only whale crier, who walks the streets sounding his horn to alert people to whale sightings.
Events and Festivals
The town hosts a whale festival at the end of September when Southern Right Whales come into the bay to mate.
Getting There
By Plane
By Train
By Car
Coming from Cape Town take the N2, and turn off at Caledon. Follow the R320 to the coast and the signs to the town.
By Bus
By Boat
Eat
Drink
Sleep
Budget
| Property | Address | Type | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baleens | 310 10th Street Voelklip, Hermanus | Hotel | 80 |
| Beaumonte Guesthouse | Alikreukelst. 15 Vermont Hermanus | Guesthouse | - |
| Hermanus Backpackers | 26 Flower Street Westcliff | Hostel | 82 |
| Milkwood Lodge | 152 Seventh Street Hermanus | Guesthouse | - |
| Milkwood Lodge | 152 Seventh Street Hermanus | Guesthouse | - |
| Misty Waves Hotel | 21 Marine Drive | Hotel | - |
| Moby's Backpackers | 9 Mitchell Street Hermanus 7200 | Hostel | 63 |
| Zoete Inval Travellers Lodge | 23 Main Road HE | Hostel | 93 |
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