The Whale Coast
The Overberg coastline, fondly known as the Whale Coast, stretches from Rooi Els all the way to Quoin Point and includes the seaside towns of Kleinmond, Onrus, Hermanus, Gansbaai, Pearly Beach and everything in-between. The coastline is well-known as one of the best land-based whale watching spots in the world and, annually, Southern Right whales make their way to the waters of Walker Bay to calve. Gansbaai, known as the Great White Shark capital, is synonymous with these incredible creatures and offers some of the best viewings of them in their natural habitat in the world. The Whale Coast, specifically the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, is also known for producing incredible wines, making the area as a whole one of the most exciting places to visit along the Cape’s beautiful coastline.
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Stay in Style at Selkirk House
Selkirk House is a thoroughly custom designed guesthouse offering every possible luxury to the discerning […]
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Whale Rock Luxury Lodge & Villa
Whale Rock Luxury Lodge & Villa is a welcoming property set amongst lush gardens in […]
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Whaler’s Point Guest House
Whaler’s Point Guest House is a hidden gem that is located in the picturesque seaside […]
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Get Help Choosing the Perfect Bottle at Wine & Company
Have you ever heard about a great wine but could never find a bottle for […]
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Luxury Meets Fun at
One Marine Drive
One Marine Drive is a quirky and beautifully appointed boutique hotel in Hermanus. It is […]
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Guided Nature Walks at Bouchard Finlayson
If you’ve ever looked around at the Cape’s natural and rich biodiversity and wanted to […]
Eat
/Where to eat in The Whale Coast
Lizette’s Kitchen
For a taste of genuine Southeast Asian cuisine head to Lizette’s Kitchen in Hermanus. Located […]
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/Where to eat in The Whale Coast
EAT Restaurant
EAT Restaurant is a contemporary dining space located in the Hemel-en-Aarde Village, at the gateway […]
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Source Restaurant
Source Restaurant is located in the Hemel-en-Aarde village, it is just a short 5-minute drive from […]
Stay
/Where to stay in The Whale Coast
Stay in Style at Selkirk House
Selkirk House is a thoroughly custom designed guesthouse offering every possible luxury to the discerning […]
Stay
/Where to stay in The Whale Coast
Whale Rock Luxury Lodge & Villa
Whale Rock Luxury Lodge & Villa is a welcoming property set amongst lush gardens in […]
Stay
/Where to stay in The Whale Coast
Whaler’s Point Guest House
Whaler’s Point Guest House is a hidden gem that is located in the picturesque seaside […]
Stay
/Where to stay in The Whale Coast
Luxury Meets Fun at
One Marine Drive
One Marine Drive is a quirky and beautifully appointed boutique hotel in Hermanus. It is […]
Stay
/Where to stay in The Whale Coast
Stay
/Where to stay in The Whale Coast
Ocean Eleven Guesthouse
Ocean Eleven Guesthouse is situated on Westcliff Road, Hermanus. Its Cape Cod style perfectly suits […]
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White Water Farm
White Water Farm is located just 10km from Stanford; it is nestled at the start […]
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Stanford Valley Guest Farm & Restaurant
Stanford Valley Guest Farm nestles in the valley of the Klein Rivier, 10km outside Stanford […]
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/Where to have fun in The Whale Coast
Guided Nature Walks at Bouchard Finlayson
If you’ve ever looked around at the Cape’s natural and rich biodiversity and wanted to […]
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/Where to have fun in The Whale Coast
Wine Tasting at Ataraxia Wines
Ataraxia means an untroubled and serene state of mind that is free from worry. This […]
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Taste Wine and Play Boules at La Vierge
Driving up the winding Hemel en Aarde valley road, you’ll be greeted by a happy […]
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Sip Bubbly at Domaine des Dieux
Domaine des Dieux, which means place of the Gods, is nestled at the foothills of […]
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Wine Tasting and Unique Pairings at Creation Wines
Hit the rustic, dusty road and find beautiful Creation Wine Estate awaiting your arrival. A […]
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Wine Tasting at Ashbourne Wine Estate
In the heart of the Hemel en Aarde valley is Ashbourne wine estate, Hamilton Russell’s […]
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Die Markie at Hermanuspietersfontein
To market, to market, to buy a fat pig … Real people. Real food. Real […]
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Wine Tasting at Bouchard Finlayson
A visit to the Bouchard Finlayson estate, known for its superlative Chardonnay and Pinot Noir offering, […]