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Hermanus
Published: 31/01/2011 by Carrie Hampton
Hermanus is one of those cute seaside towns that has realised its own potential and become a major attraction in its own right.
Hermanus Whale Watching
Only two operators have Hermanus whale watching boat licences, departing from the new harbour. Hermanus Whale Cruises, tel: 082 750 735 and Southern Right Charters tel: 082 353 0550
An exceptional Hermanus whale watching location is in De Hoop Nature Reserve near Bredasdorp. This is the world's most important nursery for Southern Right Whales. Book very early to get a cottage during whale season. Email: dehoopinfo@sdm.dorea.co.za, tel: 028 425 4020.
Hermanus Accommodation
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Hermanus Property
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Hermanus Fishing & Watersports
The New Harbour - west of Hermanus town - is the hub of the local fishing industry and is where most water-based activities start. Charter a fishing boat from Tai-Pan Fishing Charters tel: 028 314 1023. Scuba Africa Diving runs courses and pleasure dives, tel: 028 316 2362.
Saltwater or freshwater fly-fishing in Hermanus is available from Hooked On Fly, tel: 082 555 8317.
Sea Kayak in Hermanus amongst whales from the old harbour to the new harbour every morning during whale season. Contact Walker Bay Adventures tel: 028 314 0925
White Shark Cage Diving In Hermanus
Nearby Gans Bay is the centre for this controversial activity, but there are two renowned experienced operators based in Hermanus. Kim Maclean, Shark Lady Adventures tel: 028 312 3287, Email: sharklady@hermanus.co.za, Website: www.sharklady.co.za and Brian McFarlane, Great White Shark Tours, tel: 083 300 2138, Email: brian@sharkcagediving.net.
Hermanus - Local Community
Eight diverse communities make up Greater Hermanus, and this gives the visitor an opportunity to experience several different cultures. There are no regulations governing where people must live anymore, but each of the previously segregated areas reflect their own traditions. Contact Ubunti Township Tours tel: 028 312 2629 or 028 312 4334 or Hermanus Tourism Bureau
Hawston is one of the oldest settlements nearby Hermanus and was historically designated a 'coloured' area. It has some of the best sea views in the area - great for whale watching and surfing - and historic buildings.
To assist your land-based Hermanus whale watching, the world's only Whale Crier wanders around Hermanus with a kelp bugle, a sandwich board and a cellphone. Call him to find out where the whales are. Tel: 073 214 6949.
For a more detailed and fully illustrated guide on Hermanus, please also try our Cape Town travel guide
