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Discover the unforgettable experience of Whale Watching in Hermanus, one of South Africa’s premier whale-watching destinations. From June to November, Southern Right Whales migrate to the coastline to mate and calve, making this the perfect time to see these majestic creatures.
Join our boat-based whale watching tour in Hermanus and get up close to whales as they breach, tail slap, and swim in their natural habitat. Whether you want a family-friendly tour or a more intimate private whale watching experience, this tour promises incredible memories for nature lovers, couples, and photographers alike.
After the whale watching, we’ll visit the charming Stony Point Penguin Colony in Betty’s Bay. It’s one of the best places near Cape Town to see African penguins in the wild. Walk along the boardwalk and watch these playful birds waddle, swim, and nest — a delightful experience for all ages.
On the way back to Cape Town, enjoy a relaxing stop at the beautiful Harold Porter Botanical Gardens. Nestled between mountains and sea, the gardens showcase South Africa’s rich indigenous flora, including the stunning King Protea — the country’s national flower. It’s the perfect way to unwind and connect with nature after an exciting day on the water.
Small group tours for a more personal experience
Combines whale watching with penguin viewing and botanical beauty
Great value for budget-conscious travelers and nature enthusiasts
Available from July to December — the best months for whale sightings
Ideal for families, couples, photographers, and wildlife lovers
We were on a 12 day tour with Gate 1 and had one free day in CapeTown. We had read very good reviews of Cathy and opted to book a... read more tour with her to Cape Agulhas. At our request we stoped at the Cheetah outreach in Somerset, drove through beautiful farm land on our way to the cape, and on the way back stoped at Hermanes to see several wales. The coastal drive back to CapeTown was very picturesque. Cathy is very knowlegable, and totally adjusted the tour to our needs and wishes. We highly recommend her.
Thank you, Cathy
By far the best experience we had in South Africa!! We wanted to visit Cape Agulhas combined with a Hermanus visit -since they are located so close- but for some... read more reason (I guess the long distance) there are very few companies organizing this tour. While...More
We spent nine days in Cape Town and four days with Cathy. She is a wonderful person and guide. We were a family of five between 15 and 70 years... read more and she made it interresting for everyone. Thanks to her we know the history of Cape Town and the people that live there. We had a wonderful trip to the winelands and the Cape Peninsula. She also took care of transport to the airport. Highly recommended!!
Myself and my family visited Cape Town for the first time this winter, and we cound not have been anymore satisfied with our stay. We went on three different full... read more day trips with Cathy and Jillian, and we were all amazed over their knowledge and...More
Thank you Cathy for you hospitality and educational tour. We absolutely loved our stay in Cape Town. We will definitely come back.
The best tour guides and drivers I have ever had (after having visited >70 countries). They are patient, kind, informative, flexible, professional, personal, genuine and know how to read people,... read more ie give you just enough information and just enough space and time to explore on...More
My wife and I had a five day tour arranged with Nathan. Showing us how beautiful Cape Town and the surrounding areas is probably isn't the hardest job in the... read more world, but Nathan made what would've been a great trip anyway even better. He was...More
We were on a 12 day tour with Gate 1 and had one free day in CapeTown. We had read very good reviews of Cathy and opted to book a... read more tour with her to Cape Agulhas. At our request we stoped at the Cheetah outreach in Somerset, drove through beautiful farm land on our way to the cape, and on the way back stoped at Hermanes to see several wales. The coastal drive back to CapeTown was very picturesque. Cathy is very knowlegable, and totally adjusted the tour to our needs and wishes. We highly recommend her.
Thank you, Cathy
Trusted and enjoyed everything they did for us - If you need this type service in Capetown and you don't use these guys you are using the wrong people. They were punctual, precise and personable. Our driver Lucian was... read more great and we really enjoyed and trusted his service, his local knowledge and his sense of humor. His driving was excellent and he was attentive to the 8 of us across the entire week. Happy to recommend
Great vibes - We had Kurt and Nathan show us around cape town and cape of good hope, such a friendly and knowledgeable guide! Great choices for driving route with ample photo opportunities... read more and insightful stories about South-African history. 10/10
Cathy Oosterwyk, owner and CEO of Cathy's Tours, personally escorted us on a wonderful tour of the Winelands around Cape Town. My husband and I booked a getaway from... read more our rather large tour group and opted for this personal experience, just us and Cathy. We visited the Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch area wineries. The pace of the tour, selection of the wineries, stops in two charming towns and Cathy's narrative couldn't have been better. We're so happy to have chosen Cathy to guide us. It was a perfect day.
We visited Cape Town on a cruise ship and had limited time. We booked two 'tours' with Cathy, one on the evening of our arrival and one the next morning,... read more which included a transfer to the airport. We have nothing but praise for Cathy. She...More
The sights were amazing and our guide, Cathy, was truly informative and accommodating. She went out of her way to ensure we covered all the places in our itinerary despite... read more the weather. The vehicle was also very comfortable and spacious for the 5 of us....More
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Dear Cathy,Thank you vey much for touring W.Yahya Group of 18 pax, they have expressed their happiness in many occasions with your professional services during their stay... read more in Cape Town this Winter 2015 .
Hany
Sahara Cape Travel
Full day tours of Cape Town, Table mountain, penguins , townships etc. transfers to golf courses. - We were in Cape Town for 7 days. We had the same driver for the whole period, including transfers from airport.
Nathan- what a great bloke.... read more Not only punctual and amenable, but so knowledgeable of the geography and history of the area, having lived through the apartheid era.
My boyfriend and I did a trip with Cathy to Cape Agulhas. Best trip I've had in Cape Town so far! Cathy was so patient with us and had a... read more deep knowledge and love for her country. She is one of the most optimistic people...More
We were 6 Canadians travelling to South Africa for our first trip and we found Cathy's Tours wonderful. She corresponded with us beforehand to find out what we want to... read more see and suggested numerous sites. She was very knowledgable, personable and very accommodating. She knew a lunch restaurant in Hermanus that was fabulous and took us many places only a tour agent would find. If you use her you will not be disappointed a found a gem!!!!!!
I took our whole family, children, grandchildren to Cape town for 5 days. I contacted a number of tour agents but selected Cathy based on her reviews and costings. We... read more emailed each other for at least 6 months to finalise the itinerary, where to eat...More
Very grateful to you Cathy. You gave my girlfriend Lynne and I a time of our lives. Your "Personal" tag came to life literally. Our drive to L'Agulhas was both... read more entertaining and educating. You have a very good heart that culminates to one getting a...More