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whale population and wellbeing

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Whale season generally runs from June to November, with August to October considered prime viewing
WHALE WATCHING

Where to see whales near Cape Town: 7 best whale-watching spots

Explore the best whale-watching spots around Cape Town as Southern right whales return to the Western Cape coast. Discover where to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
From Thursday, July 2, City Sightseeing South Africa will offer its Hermanus Explorer Tour, a guided day trip connecting Cape Town with the popular coastal town of Hermanus
CITYSIGHTSEEING

Whales, wine and coastal views: City Sightseeing launches Hermanus explorer tour from July

Experience the breathtaking Hermanus Explorer Tour, connecting Cape Town with one of the world's premier whale-watching destinations. Running from July to November, this guided…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
The City has reminded the public that it is against the law to approach whales within 300m of the shoreline. Picture: Nigel Riley
CITY OF CAPE TOWN

Approaching whales is illegal, says City

It’s against the law to approach whales within 300 metres of the shoreline under the National Environmental Management Act, says the City. The City received 11 complaints of…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read