Greater Hermanus Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Why don’t you see penguins in Britain? Because they’re afraid of Wales 😂
Ok, this is a very stupid joke, but penguins live almost exclusively in the Southern Hemisphere, with only one species, the Galapagos penguin, found north of the equator.

#nature #penguin #southafrica
Why don’t you see penguins in Britain? Because they’re afraid of Wales 😂
Ok, this is a very stupid joke, but penguins live almost exclusively in the Southern Hemisphere, with only one species, the Galapagos penguin, found north of the equator.

#nature #penguin #southafrica
There's a penguin colony in South Africa which is less touristic and overpriced than the more famous Boulders Beach penguin colony. It's Stony point penguin colony, where you can observe penguins in an almost unspoiled area

#nature #southafrica #penguins
This is the lighthouse at Cape Hangklip
Eye of Soron

Where to stay in Greater Hermanus

#windyday #winteriscoming

Hermanus City-Centre

Whale watching, seaside views and shopping are some highlights of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Shopping Centre while you're exploring.

Hermanus City-Centre
Best breakfast with a view ever#greatjob#Birkenhead#<3

Voelklip

Beaches, whale watching and mountain views are some highlights of Voelklip. Make a stop by Voelklip Beach or Grotto Beach while you're exploring.

Voelklip
Sunset on the cliff path 💛

Westcliff

Seaside views, whale watching and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Westcliff
About the last whale in Hermanus this Year.

Eastcliff

While Eastcliff may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Harbour and Cliff Path.

Eastcliff
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Hemel En Aarde

Travellers like the wineries in Hemel En Aarde, and Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hemel En Aarde
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Fernkloof

While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fernkloof
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads Hermanus Western Cape
The price is ₹10,261 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
₹10,261
₹11,801 total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (243 reviews)
The place was very clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and big balcony. The kitchen was well equipped with a dishwasher, etc. The air conditioning was nice upstairs in the bedroom but there was none downstairs in the living room and dining room. The breakfast was delicious and cooked ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
21 Marine Drive Hermanus Western Cape
The price is ₹10,294 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
₹10,294
₹11,920 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (251 reviews)
Great location (only a 5 minute walk to the centre of Hermanus) and the sea view from our room was lovely. Staff were friendly and engaging, and nothing was too much trouble.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa

Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa

5 out of 5
R44 Kleinmond Kleinmond Western Cape
The price is ₹21,829 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
₹21,829
₹25,103 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kleinmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions SA Forest Adventures Kleinmond and Kogelberg Biosphere ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (272 reviews)
Marvellous stay
This was a true 5 star hotel. The services were great, and the fact that they had a play area and program for the kids...genius idea.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025

Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (243 reviews)
The place was very clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and big balcony. The kitchen was well equipped with a dishwasher, etc. The air conditioning was nice upstairs in the bedroom but there was none downstairs in the living room and dining room. The breakfast was delicious and cooked ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Spatalla Holiday Homes

Spatalla Holiday Homes

4 out of 5
99 3rd Avenue Kleinmond Western Cape
Stay at this holiday home in Kleinmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions SA Forest Adventures Kleinmond and Kogelberg Biosphere ...
A spacious, well appointed property that was perfect for our needs.

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2023

Spatalla Holiday Homes
Oom Piet Self Catering Accomodation

Oom Piet Self Catering Accomodation

3 out of 5
6 Fabriek Street Gansbaai Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Gansbaai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Gansbaai Harbor and Danger Point Lighthouse are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
It is a very nice location. Overall, value for money stay. The price is amazing for the stay of 3 with 2 separate rooms. It made a lot more convenient. Taps felt little old as the hot water was not convenient. And stove was just 2 burners and small grill, small toaster. There was no towel hanging ...

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Oom Piet Self Catering Accomodation
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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