Whale Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Balcony to the Atlantic Ocean in Hermanus, a city in South Africa, and one of the southernmost cities in Africa where you can watch whales from the boardwalk.
Balcony to the Atlantic Ocean in Hermanus, a city in South Africa, and one of the southernmost cities in Africa where you can watch whales from the boardwalk.
Sunset on the cliff path 💛
A beautiful stop off on the Garden Route and a great place to see penguins up close ❤️🐧
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Where to stay in Whale Coast

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Hermanus City-Centre

5/5(2 area reviews)

Whale watching, seaside views and shopping are some highlights of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Shopping Centre while you're exploring.

Hermanus City-Centre
Sunset on the cliff path 💛

Westcliff

5/5(2 area reviews)

Seaside views, whale watching and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Westcliff
Best breakfast with a view ever#greatjob#Birkenhead#<3

Voelklip

Beaches, whale watching and mountain views are some highlights of Voelklip. Make a stop by Voelklip Beach or Grotto Beach while you're exploring.

Voelklip
About the last whale in Hermanus this Year.

Eastcliff

5/5(1 area review)

While Eastcliff may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Harbour and Cliff Path.

Eastcliff
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Fernkloof

While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fernkloof
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Chanteclair

When in Chanteclair, you can plan a visit to Whale Coast Mall and Cliff Path, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chanteclair
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads Hermanus Western Cape
The price is AU$144 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$144
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Shopping Centre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
The place was very clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and big balcony. The kitchen was well equipped with a dishwasher, etc. The air conditioning was nice upstairs in the bedroom but there was none downstairs in the living room and dining room. The breakfast was delicious and cooked ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
21 Marine Drive Hermanus Western Cape
The price is AU$181 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
AU$181
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa

Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa

5 out of 5
R44 Kleinmond Kleinmond Western Cape
The price is AU$342 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$342
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kleinmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions SA Forest Adventures Kleinmond and Kogelberg ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (273 reviews)
Hairdressers made my trip! Amazing men. Abigail melody macky and many others were fantastic. Lovely hotel in beautiful surroundings. Food was excellent

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Shopping Centre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
The place was very clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and big balcony. The kitchen was well equipped with a dishwasher, etc. The air conditioning was nice upstairs in the bedroom but there was none downstairs in the living room and dining room. The breakfast was delicious and cooked ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Hermanus Heights Villa

Hermanus Heights Villa

3.5 out of 5
37 Raed na Gael Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Hermanus Country Market are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
This was really large and fantastic.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Hermanus Heights Villa
Cosy apartment by the ocean, located in a family friendly town.

Cosy apartment by the ocean, located in a family friendly town.

Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions New Harbour and Cliff Path are located nearby.
Cosy apartment by the ocean, located in a family friendly town.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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