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Buffel Comes Home to Moult

Buffel, the elephant seal is perfectly evolved to handle extended periods of starvation, specifically when he come ashore to moult for approx. 4-5 weeks

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Nature Reserves -Enjoy Nature’s Playgrounds where the Wild is all about Fun

Nature reserves are special areas of land or water that have been set aside for the protection of wildlife and their habitats. The Cape Whale Coast is speckled with these treasure troves of natural wonders. Visit and enjoy the biodiversity and natural beauty of these five nature reserves - they are all valuable and worth protecting.

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Shark Cage Diving near Shark Alley in Gansbaai, South Africa

Looking for the ultimate shark diving experience in South Africa? Tick off your bucket list!

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Golfing in Hermanus

Hermanus Golf Club is perfectly set in the beautiful town of Hermanus in the Overberg merely 90 minutes from Cape Town. Set at the foot of the Klein River Mountains, the views over the bay are breath-taking.

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Whale Watching in Hermanus

Hermanus is known as the land based whale capital of the world... from the cliffs, a boat or from the air.

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Visit one of the Beaches in Hermanus

Soak up the sun at any one of our stunning beaches. From Hawston, Vermont, Onrus, Sandbaai, Voëlklip to Grotto Beach

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3 great holiday adventures for kids in Hermanus

The summer holidays are already in full swing, and parents want to explore as much as they can taking the kids along. If you are in the Hermanus area here are three things to do with the kids.

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Boating rules and regulations on the Klein River

Boating rules and regulations on the Klein River will be strictly enforced - as usual - and transgressions will result in the withdrawal of permits from transgressors. KRAB will be assisted in this regard by Overstrand’s Law Enforcement patrol craft.

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What is a sea glass beach?

Sea glass begins as normal shards of broken glass that are then persistently tumbled and ground until the sharp edges are smoothed and rounded. How is Sea Glass Formed? What are Sea Glasses Colors? Where do you find sea glass?

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5 Reasons why Beach Therapy is good for you

There is something about a beach holiday that leaves you blissfully relaxed, happy and rejuvenated. And the best is that it works for people across ages. If you’ve stayed away from the beach for too long, here are 5 reasons you should choose a seaside holiday to get some beach therapy.

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6 Iconic museums that depict the colorful lives on the Cape Whale Coast in the times of shipwrecks and whaling.

Make the most of your trip to the whale coast of Southern Africa and explore one of the museums where the history will come alive in the artifacts on display.

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Coast to Coast, beaches along the Hangklip-Kleinmond Shoreline in South Africa

Punctuated with golden beaches ranging from tiny to never-ending, the Hangklip coastline is an absolute paradise for outdoor enthusiasts offering pristine beaches and a selection of activities to suit all age groups. This coastline is an absolute paradise for angling, snorkeling, scuba diving, sand and surf sports.

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Wine Tasting one of the 3 Wine Routes in and around Hermanus

Wine tasting at a vast myriad of 100's of incredible award winning Wines to taste, at over 70 awesome Wineries all set in outstanding scenery, from coastal to mountainous.

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Wine, live music and epic food, you would not expect this from Greyton

The recent Overberg Wine and Food Festival happened in GREYTON with 18 great wine estates on board. Eclectic Live music played by The Rivertones . Food and vibe a plenty!

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