Cape Whale Coast Holiday Homes Accommodation

Many Wine Farms to visit - Too much for one day. There is a Space Weather Station - SA "NASA"... Very interesting to do tour (but not available on week-ends, only on Wednesdays. Need to make contact ahead of time, but Volmoed Retreat is worth a visit for Holy Eucharist on Thursdays (or staying over as well)

Superb. 5 out of 5

Marlene Nel

26 January 2022

Beautiful mountains and the monkeys.

Superb. 5 out of 5

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South Africa’s Whale Coast could be considered as the area stretching from Betty’s Bay in the north to Gansbaai in the south on this section of the Western Cape Province coastline known as the Overberg (over the mountain). Both Betty’s Bay and Walker Bay are marine protected areas renowned for prime land-based whale watching. Southern Right, Bryde’s and Humpback whales congregate in the bays mostly during calving season, however, whales are generally spotted here throughout the year.

Towns along the whale coast are positioned up against high coastal mountains mostly incorporated into nature reserves. One, the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, is recognised by UNESCO as an ecosystem of international importance.

The Whale Coast is much more than whale watching, the area has a number of attractions in this most scenic part of the world, ideal for a few days’ layover.

Top 10 reasons to visit the Cape Whale Coast

1. Hermanus is the whale watching... Show more

The Whale Coast is much more than whale watching, the area has a number of attractions in this most scenic part of the world, ideal for a few days’ layover.

Top 10 reasons to visit the Cape Whale Coast

1. Hermanus is the whale watching capital of the world, take a boat ride from the new harbour for up close views of the whales in the bay. The period between July and November is the best time to view these leviathans of the sea.

2. The Stony Point penguin colony in Betty’s Bay is an important breeding ground for the endangered African penguin. The marine birds have taken over an old whaling station and Stony Point is probably the only penguin nature reserve worldwide.

3. The town of Hermanus is a lively holiday resort town with chic sidewalk cafés and restaurants along the esplanade, a 12km cliff walk and excellent shopping facilities.

4. For the adventurous, licenced boat operators in Gansbaai offer shark cage diving. Sightings of the great white shark are practically guaranteed.

5. The Walker Bay area has an established wine route extending from the small town of Bot River via Hermanus and into the Hemel en Aarde (Heaven and Earth) valley. Some of South Africa’s best wines are produced in this region.

6. The Arabella Estate is where the country club set meet. The estate has a fine hotel, an award-winning spa, 18-hole golf course and winery. Arabella is located along a magnificent stretch of Bot River lagoon.

7. Enjoy a relaxing walk through the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens at the centre of pristine coastal fynbos. The garden has waterfalls and rock pools to be explored higher up in the gorge.

8. Pick up a unique keepsake at Harbour Road, Kleinmond’s lifestyle centre on the waterfront. The centre has a number of restaurants, local artwork and boutique shops. A market is held here every Sunday.

9. Visit Klipgat Cave at De Kelders village where significant Stone Age discoveries were made and the cave used for centuries as a shelter. A spring is located nearby.

10. Access to the Whale Coast is along Clarence Drive, one of the world’s great coastal drives. Stop regularly for photos and possible sightings of whales and dolphin schools.

Transport

The Cape Town International Airport is approximately 80km from the whale coast, depending on where you are located. The airport has several car rental agencies and two are based in Hermanus to hire a vehicle, otherwise book your rental online. Shuttle service companies operate out of the airport, Gansbaai and Hermanus.

Did you know?

Wild horses inhabit the Rooisand Nature Reserve at the Bot River mouth. They are believed to be descendants of horses used during the South African War and then abandoned in the area. Surprisingly, the herd has taken to the wetlands habitat in the reserve, their adaptations include wider hooves and thick coats grown during winter.

The African Black Oystercatcher with its bright red beak and eyes is frequently seen along the Whale Coast. These birds are endangered as they lay eggs directly on sandy beaches, often damaged by human traffic.

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Holiday Homes offer the ultimate in private accommodation. A private home converted for holiday use, you can stay under your own rules and with no outside interference. With all basic amenities they often include wifi, cleaning services and facilities to Dstv. Holiday Homes are fairly common and often affordable means of accommodation. Another great option to consider if you have a family to take care of. Being converted from private homes, you can find them in all shapes and sizes to suit your needs.

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Chinta Hermanus

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Eastcliff, Hermanus

R1,900

View at 18

Apartments, Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Hermanus

R2,800

La Luna Guest House

Guest Houses, Holiday Homes, Self Catering in De Kelders, Gansbaai

R2,500

Beloftebos Farm Cottages

Cottages, Chalets, Holiday Homes, Guest Farms, Self Catering in Stanford

R600

Nerf-af Cottage & Rooms

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Onrus, Hermanus

R895

Hilton House

Holiday Homes, Self Catering, Pets By Arrangement in Pringle Bay

R2,995

Akwa Hermanus

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Voelklip, Hermanus

R5,250

38 on Westcliff

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Westcliff - Hermanus, Hermanus

R9,100

Groeneweide Farm

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Franskraal , Gansbaai

R990

Happy Family Guest House

Guest Houses, Holiday Homes, Self Catering in De Kelders, Gansbaai

R2,500

Rots en See Self Catering Villa

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Gansbaai

R2,500

Troon Beach Cottage, Hermanus- Walk to the Beach!150m to Voelklip Beach

Bed And Breakfast, Cottages, Guest Houses, Holiday Homes, Self Catering, Villas, Pets By Arrangement in Voelklip, Hermanus

R7,500

Whale Huys Luxury Oceanfront Eco Villa

Holiday Homes, Self Catering, Villas, Pets By Arrangement in De Kelders, Gansbaai

R5,070

Ons C-Huis

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Gansbaai

R3,100

SEAesta

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in De Kelders, Gansbaai

R1,800

Oom Piet Self-Catering Accommodation

Apartments, Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Gansbaai

R600

The Beach Bungalow

Holiday Homes, Self Catering, Pets By Arrangement in Sandbaai, Hermanus

R2,900

Kormorant Apartment

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Gansbaai

R1,400

Dolphin Apartments

Apartments, Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Vermont, Hermanus

R1,300

Listening Wind Self-Catering

Holiday Homes, Self Catering, Pets By Arrangement in Betty's Bay

R2,400

Nest Egg Holiday Home

Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Voelklip, Hermanus

R3,950

Kleinzee Oceanfront Guesthouse

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses, Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Gansbaai

R1,880

Beautiful Abalone

Cottages, Holiday Homes, Self Catering in Westcliff - Hermanus, Hermanus

R900

Gecko House