Activities

Hermanus is popularly known for many decades as the South African Riviera. We are a short 2-minute walk from the seashore and on arrival, you will surely smell the fresh sea aromas of Sandbaai and hear the comforting song of the ocean. 

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  • Apart from Hermanus being the best land-based whale watching destination in the world, you can also enjoy bird watching in the garden, and along the coastal path. 

 

  • The Hemel & Aarde Valley has made a name for itself in producing some of the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay's in the world, so please treat yourself to the Hemel & Aarde Wine Route.
     

  • Golf (2 x 18 hole courses: Arabella and Hermanus and 9 hole course: Kleinmond)
     

  • Boat based fishing (own boat) and great white shark adventures.

 

  • Mountain and fynbos walks and hikes in nature reserves: Fernkloof and Harold Porter Botanical Gardens.
     

  • Sunset river cruises and beaches.
     

  • Visit the penguin colony in Betty's Bay.
     

  • Beach and dune horse riding.

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Other Activities Nearby:

Trout Fishing, Bird Watching, Scuba Diving, Fishing, Climbing - Sport, Fishing - Deep Sea, Fishing - Freshwater, Fishing - Saltwater, Hang Gliding, Health & Fitness, Horse Riding, Kite-Surfing, Paddling - Canoeing, Paddling - Sea Kayaking, Paragliding, Rowing, Sailing - Yacht Charters, Scuba/Snorkeling, Surfing, Waterskiing, Windsurfing, Yachting, Shark Cage Diving, Walking, Trekking, Sand Boarding, Whale Watching, 4 X 4 Trails, Ocean Safaris, Quad Biking