Every year Southern Right Whales migrate from their icy feeding grounds off Antarctica to warmer climates, reaching South Africa in June.
The coastal waters teem with the giant animals, mating, calving and rearing their young –
and giving whale-watchers spectacular displays of raw power and elegant water acrobatics.
The experience of having this gigantic mammal, (the size of about twelve elephants) next to your boat will stay with you for the rest of your life. Tel: 028 312 2629 Fax: 086 235 7685 Email: bookings@whalecruises.co.za Website: www.whalecruises.co.za
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Hermanus Whale Cruises takes 87 seated passengers, has a top viewing deck for 28 passengers and a front viewing deck for 10. Tel: 028 312 2629 Fax: 086 235 7685 Email: hermanuswhales@lantic.net Website: www.hermanus-whale-cruises.co.za
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Southern Right Charters has been operating since 1999 and is a leading operator offering boat-based whale watching, the company is progressive and environmental. Tel: 082 353 0550 Cell: 082 353 0550 Email: info@southernrightcharters.co.za Website: www.southernrightcharters.co.za
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Ivanhoe Sea Safaris offers the most prolific whale viewing, eco tours and sunset cruises from its permitted area by the cliffs of De Keldars. Tel: 028 384 0556 Cell: 082 926 7977 Email: info@whaleviewing.co.za Website: www.whaleviewing.co.za
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We pride ourselves on being both fun and educational. Each trip is led by experienced marine guides who will share their knowledge with you, keeping emphasis on fun. Tel: 082 801 8014 Fax: 086 235 7685 Email: bookings@whalewatchsa.co.za Website: www.whalewatchsa.com
exploreAbout 40 minutes from Hermanus is Gansbaai where shark cage diving is popular with visitors. Close to the southernmost tip of Africa, 5 miles (8km) out to sea, lies Shark Alley – a favourite hunting ground of the omnipotent Great White Shark. Shark Alley is a channel between Dyer Island and Geyser Rock and is protected from the worst of the southern Atlantic’s weather.
Marine Dynamics aims to offer the best facilities, services and expertise in the Shark Cage Diving industry. Tel: 028 312 2629 Fax: 086 235 7685 Email: dive@sharkwatchsa.com Website: sharkwatchsa.com
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We aim to create exclusivity by limiting the number of passengers, each diver has more dive time and personal experiences. Tel: 028 312 2629 Fax: 086 235 7685 Email: info@sharkcagediving.co.za Website: www.sharkcagediving.co.za
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With Brian's vast knowledge and experience of the sea, he will educate and entertain you with stories that will keep you riveted to your seat. Tel: 028 384 1418 Cell: 083 300 2138 Email: brian@sharkcagediving.net Website: www.sharkcagediving.net
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The Shark Lady, Kim Maclean, pioneered shark cage diving in South Africa. Since 1992 she has worked hard to establish herself as one of the leading operators.Learn more Tel: 028 312 2629 Fax: 086 235 7685 Email: sharklady@hermanus.co.za Website: www.sharklady.co.za
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We’ll take you on an adrenaline-surging adventure experience in the heart of the world’s Great White Shark mecca that will leave you in awe of these gliding torpedoes of power. Tel: 028 384 1774 Cell: 076 245 5880 E-mail: charmaine@whitesharkprojects.co.za…
exploreWhale watching has earned Hermanus the title of best destination in the world for land-based whale watching. They can be seen from the rocks, cliffpath, vantage points along the coastal roads and at some establishments visitors can enjoy a view of the whales from the veranda or even from their beds!
Dave has dedicated his life to Whales and has published 2 books on these magnificent mammals. Tel: 082 897 7175 Cell: 082 897 7175 Email: davedebeer@maxitec.co.za Website: www.hermanuswhales.co.za
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Aviation, as part of the Hermanus Whale Enviro-Arts Festival, is proud to form part of this annual festivity where the whales are the star performers. Tel: 021 934 4405 Fax: 021 934 4406 Email: reception@base4.co.za Website: www.base4.co.za
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