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Hermanus, the world's foremost land based whale watching destination, is a thriving holiday resort offering residents and holiday makers all modern amenities, yet retaining its fisherman's village charm. The popular resort town of Hermanus, situated between mountain and sea, has gained world-wide recognition as the world's foremost land based whale watching destination. This has resulted in the former fishing village showing a tremendous growth over the last few years.

2019 Annual Aerial Survey for Southern Right Whales - Counting our Whales

2019 Annual Aerial Survey for Southern Right Whales - Counting our Whales

The whale survey, which was conducted by helicopter, found 200 of the whales in a stretch of False Bay, down from over 1,000 last year, the university said in a statement. Still, in 2016 only 119 were seen. The changes may be related to climate conditions in the Southern Ocean, which lies off the Antarctic.

Cape crayfish season to start in November 2019/20

Cape crayfish season to start in November 2019/20

The 2019/20 West Coast Rock Lobster (WCRL) recreational fishing season will open on Saturday, 1 November 2019 and will close on Saturday, 11 April 2020.

6 things to do in and around Hermanus in Summer

6 things to do in and around Hermanus in Summer

Hermanus is undoubtedly one of the most exciting towns to visit during the summer months. Blue skies and long sandy beaches, drinking local wine – what could be better?

The story of Wendy The Whale

The story of Wendy The Whale

Wendy the Whale is the story about a lone female southern right whale who gets beached on the shore of Hermanus, a small fishing town in South Africa and all the townspeople come together to help release her back into the sea.

Volmoed Hike in the Hemel en Aarde Valley near Hermanus

Volmoed Hike in the Hemel en Aarde Valley near Hermanus

Crossing the river at the new bridge and following the path up and down along the river bend you pass some falls on the way to the main waterfall.  It is well worth the effort when reaching the waterfall in the ridge of the mountain. Read more about this scenic hiking trails in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

The brilliant online marketing strategy behind the bumper 2017 Hermanus Whale Festival

The brilliant online marketing strategy behind the bumper 2017 Hermanus Whale Festival

The marking toolbox has changed.  By shifting the focus towards social media and online marketing, the marketing team of Jay Dee Media has generated FREE marketing value to the amount of R 1.6 million and thereby increasing the number of visitors to the whale festival by 30-50%! Including Online Marketing, Radio, TV and Printed media

All roads lead to the Hermanus Whale Festival. [27 - 29 September 2019)

All roads lead to the Hermanus Whale Festival. [27 - 29 September 2019)

Avoid the heavy traffic congestion during 28th annual Hermanus Whale Festival. Download one of 3 routes into Hermanus from Cape Town on your mobile device.

Why does humanity need biodiversity?

Why does humanity need biodiversity?

What most people miss is that the human economy is a wholly owned subsidiary of the economy of nature, which supplies us from our natural capital a steady flow of income that we can't do without - an income in the form of what are called 'ecosystem services'— keeping carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere, supplying fresh water, preventing floods and on and on.

Top 20 activities for children and families in Hermanus and surrounded areas

Top 20 activities for children and families in Hermanus and surrounded areas

Hermanus and the surrounding areas provide a treasure trove of activities and attractions for young children and families visiting Hermanus in the heart of the Cape Whale Coast. We have listed a few for you to enjoy.

A new group of killer whales has moved to South Africa – and they have an appetite for sharks!

A new group of killer whales has moved to South Africa – and they have an appetite for sharks!

There has been a dramatic decline in great white shark sightings in False Bay, Cape Town, and it looks like shark-eating killer whales could be to blame. This new sub-group of killer whale has moved to Cape waters seeking fresh hunting grounds following declines in prey species in other parts of the world.

My 13 Heartfelt Father

My 13 Heartfelt Father's Day Quotes to Share with Dad

Share these sweet Father's Day quotes with your dad on his special day.
Being a father is a tough,

Without Bees our world will be silent –What YOU Can Do to Help

Without Bees our world will be silent –What YOU Can Do to Help

We rarely consider the bigger picture and recognize that without bees, some of the foods we eat every day would disappear. Every third bite of food we take is made possible thanks to our pollinator friends. What can we do to help them not disappearing for good?

Secrets of the Southern Right Whales

Secrets of the Southern Right Whales

Southern Right Whales are the welcome visitors from Antartica from June to December every year. But how well do we know these gentle giants of the ocean? Here are a few interesting facts about them.

Southern double-collared sunbird

Southern double-collared sunbird

These little birds can easily be called the gems of the Western Cape with their bright jewel-like colours and long curved beaks. At present they are all around gardens and fynbos, flitting from Protea to Erica or any other tubular type flower that has nectar.

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