Get up close to a variety of Whales, Dolphins, Penguins & Seals Visit Hermanus - best land based whale watching venue in the world Stay 1 night is Arniston and 2 nights in Knysna - the Jewel of the Garden Route Take a boat cruise to get up close with whales, seals & dolphins We invite you to Explore the Southern Cape Coastline and the Garden Route. Join our awesome private or small group tour departing from Cape Town with overnight stays in Knysna and the Overberg Coast. The best months to travel are from 15 June to 15 November each year to coincide with the presence of the many Southern Right Whales that migrate to the coastline of South Africa. Walk along the cliffs at Hermanus – the best land based whale watching venue in the world. Visit the Southern Coastal of the Overberg - the largest whale nursery in the Southern Hemisphere. Mingle with the African Penguins at Stoney Point. View seals, whales and marine bird-life in Mossel Bay. Take a boat trip out to sea to get close and personal to the Southern Right, Brydes and many other Whale Species. Also see Bottlenose Dolphins and many sea birds. Stroll along pristine beaches with no other footprints – only the endangered Oystercatcher. Visit ancient forests where elusive wild elephants and leopards lurk in the shadows. See Giant Yellowwood trees at Natures Valley. Drive through the Cape Floral Kingdom of Fynbos and Proteas. Take a ferry boat cruise to the stunning Knysna Heads and delight in the shopping and fine culinary delights at the Knysna Waterfront. Taste oysters and some of the regions finest wines and fresh juices. The tour is conducted by an experienced chauffeur driver/ guide / host who will remain with you throughout the tour. Luxury accommodation is in Guest Houses, Lodges or Villas and includes daily breakfasts. Also included are some lunches & entry fees to Activities & Attractions as per itinerary. This tour begins in Cape Town and ends at George Airport. From George to your next destination you have an option of Flying to Cape Town, Durban or Johannesburg or travelling by Luxury Coach or a Private Road Transfer
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation
- Private Guide
- Meals
- Transport
What is NOT included in the tour
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Get up close to whales, dolphins, seals and sharks
- Experience the world's best land-based whale watching
- Stay at one of the world’s largest whale nurseries
Day 1: Cape Town - Hermanus - Arniston)
Day 1: (Lunch) Departing from Cape Town at 09h00, the first destination is Hermanus. This quaint seaside village is arguably one of the finest land based whale watching venues world-wide. The town whale crier announces the presence of whales by blowing his horn made of dried seaweed. The steep cliffs and deep water allow the whales to come within a few meters of the shore. En Route to Hermanus we will stop at Stony Point in Betty's Bay to get up close and mingle with hundreds of African Penguins. After lunch and an optional wine tasting the trail takes us to the Overberg Coast and an overnight stop at Arniston. Spend some time in the late afternoon whale watching then enjoy dinner at the Arniston Hotel & Spa which boasts magnificent ocean views.
Day 2: Arniston - Mossel Bay - Knysna
Day 2: (Breakfast + Lunch) After breakfast the journey takes us through forest and lakes to Knysna. En Route we stop at Mossel Bay and take a boat cruise out to Seal Island. Here you will see hundreds of Cape Fur Seals and perhaps a Great White Shark. The day is ended with an optional evening sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon. Overnight in Knysna - Jewel of the Garden Route. Accommodation will be at the Knysna Waterfront in a luxury Villa or Guest House in the Village.
Day 3: Marine Eco - Boat Excursion trip through the Knysna Heads.
Day 3: ( Breakfast ) In the early morning an exciting boat ride through the Knysna Heads will take you out to sea and to visit the playground of the Whales and Dolphins. The afternoon is free for optional activities. These include an E Bike Ride, Kayaking, a forest hiking trail or the popular Knysna Township Tour. Guests may also go for a beach walk at Brenton on Sea - keep an eye open for marine life and the rare endangered Black Oyster Catcher.
Day 4: Plettenberg Bay
Day 4: (Breakfast) After breakfast the tour winds its way to Plettenberg Bay. Once again you have the optional opportunity to go to sea and experience whales and dolphins at close range. For those not wanting to go out onto the ocean an alternative land based whale watching trip will be arranged at Keurbooms and Natures Valley. Lunch may be enjoyed at the beachfront before departing for George Airport for your onward flight. Guests also have an option of continuing their journey to their next destination by luxury coach or private road transfer.
