When you leave the car rental hire office you could consider a Hermanus holiday.

Hermanus is known as the Whale watching capital of South Africa. There are many Hotels and guest lodges in the area offering first class accommodation in Hermanus. This quaint seaside town is only 40Kms from Cape Town.

Hermanus is on the Whale Coast, South Africa and accommodation includes lodging establishments in Onrus, Vermont, Sandbaai, Voëlklip and Fisherhaven areas as well.

The town overlooks Walker Bay, where southern right whales congregate from July to November to calve and mate.

The Hermanus Whale Crier at the Old Harbour is the fellow to watch out for or rather listen for when it is whale season.

During this time, Hermanus' very own whale crier watches the bay and informs people where the whales are by blowing on his kelp horn.

Spot the whales from the cliffs as they frolic in the water. A few operators based in the new harbour are permitted to take visitors on whale watching trips in the bay, which promises to be an unforgettable experience.

The Hermanus Guest House provides affordable bed and breakfast accommodation in Hermanus where you can experience comfort, tranquility, and luxury and watch the whales from your impressive suite!

There are scenic cliff paths and the famous rock pool.

A few minutes walk to the Village centre and craft markets. They also help to arrange tours and excursions for their guests to see the whole of Hermanus.