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Hermanus may be famed for spectacular whale-watching, but it also does a pretty good sunset. This magnificent fiery affair was shot from a rocky outcrop close to Hermanus. © Ryanj93, License
A southern right whale breaching in the failing light, off the coast of Hermanus. Approximately 10,000 southern right whales are spread throughout the southern part of the Southern Hemisphere. © Casperinfo, License
Hermanus beach. One of many sandy spots that are waiting to be explored. Hiking in the area provides endless photographic opportunities. © ~ souTH AFRica ~, License
The Hermanus old harbour. The town originally developed around this harbour from the middle of the nineteenth century when fish and fresh water were plentiful in the area. © Andrew Hall, License
A sign along one of the many "Whale Walks" displaying the various behaviours to be seen. A whale of a time is guaranteed for all! © Kevin Stroup, License
Whale watching at Hermanus ©Mazzali, Licence
Hermanus and lagoon in the distance © Jon Mountjoy, License
Tourists on Whale Walk, Hermanus © South African Tourism
Hermanus © Jon Mountjoy, License

Hermanus Area

Hermanus is about 120 km from Cape Town, on the Indian Ocean at the start of the Garden Route. It is recognized as the best land based whale watching site in the world - between 60 and 100 Southern Right Whales visit Walker Bay from July through December every year and often come within five to ten metres of the coast. The area around Hermanus has wonderful beaches - Grotto, Voelklip, Kammabaai, Sandbaai and Onrus beaches all offer either swimming, surfing, snorkelling or beautiful little rock pools.

The mountains surrounding Hermanus are home to the Fernkloof Nature Reserve with some 40 km of graded footpaths and beautiful examples of fynbos. Avid golfers will enjoy the Hermanus Golf Club, the world class Arabella golf course and the courses available in Kleinmond and Kleinbaai. Hermanus has attracted a number of established artists and local galleries are well worth a visit and the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley (heaven and earth valley), nestling just behind the mountains framing the town, is home to some of the fastest growing young wine farms in South Africa.

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