Luxury Hermanus Holidays

Nestled on South Africa’s dramatic, craggy coastline, Hermanus is a charming town where you can indulge in local wines and sumptuous cuisine whilst watching whales and their calves frolic in the bay.

Just a two-hour drive from Cape Town along the scenic Walker Bay, Hermanus is a bustling fishing town, brimming with restaurants, bars, hotels, and shops. Whether you choose to stay here overnight or just visit on a day trip from Cape Town, you can expect glorious views across the bay, cliff walks, hikes, wine tasting, and atmospheric restaurants and bars.

The area was once an exclusive retreat for Cape Town residents, but today it attracts visitors from far and wide for one unique attraction: whale watching. From June to November, you can witness one of the planet’s most incredible natural performances, as migrating southern right whales arrive in Hermanus en masse.

Aside from whale watching, there are a great many adrenaline-fuelled activities to experience in Hermanus, including shark cage diving with great whites and mountain biking. Those seeking a slightly calmer pace can find a table at a shoreline restaurant, sip exceptional wines and enjoy freshly grilled seafood, sushi, and contemporary fusion cuisine whilst looking out over the soothing bay.

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Birkenhead House

Hermanus, Garden Route, South Africa

Perched on a cliff top in Hermanus, Birkenhead House provides a haven of luxury for those travelling along the Garden Route. Only an hour and a half from Cape Town, this boutique hotel offers 11 beautiful rooms.

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Hermanus, Garden Route, South Africa

Just 2 hours from Cape Town, Grootbos is a superb family-run nature reserve set on the fynbos-clad hills above Walker Bay. 27 luxurious suites are divided between two lodges, set amongst ancient milkwood trees overlooking a majestic sweep of coastline.

Mosaic Private Sanctuary

Hermanus, Garden Route, South Africa

Mosaic Lagoon Lodge is a peaceful retreat set amongst the natural setting of Walker Bay and the Overberg on the Mosaic Private Sanctuary reserve, offering a great introduction to the botanical splendours of the Cape floral kingdom.

16 nights

Family Fun in South Africa

The Waterberg, Northern Tuli Game Reserve, Cape Town & Hermanus

For intrepid families looking for the extraordinary while spending quality time together, South Africa is the place to be. Canter into the wilderness on horseback, encountering wildlife from a unique perspective. Let your excitement wander through Mashatu, an off-grid game reserve where you can admire big cats and elephants. Gaze out over the Cape’s rugged coastline from Table Mountain and top this off with an indulgent stay in a private nature sanctuary, just outside of Cape Town.

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SGD $10,700 pp

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