Scenic Flights · Walker Bay
Hermanus Whale Watching Flights
From above, guests can often see whales, dolphins, seals and the dramatic coastline stretching from Hermanus to Gansbaai. Flights offer an unforgettable perspective that cannot be experienced from land or sea — perfect as a stand-alone bucket-list experience or as the highlight of a longer Hermanus whale watching itinerary.
Pricing and availability available on request.
Why fly
Why choose a whale watching flight?
Aerial views of Walker Bay
See the full sweep of Walker Bay, the Hermanus coastline and Overberg mountains from above.
Unique photography
A perspective on whales and coastline that you simply can't get from land or sea.
Private & uncrowded
Small aircraft mean an intimate experience — perfect for couples and families.
Wide-area whale spotting
Cover a large stretch of coastline in a short flight, maximising your chances of sightings.
Holiday highlight
An unforgettable addition to any Hermanus, Cape Town or Garden Route itinerary.
Special occasions
Ideal for anniversaries, proposals, birthdays and bucket-list adventures.
Marine wildlife
What wildlife may be seen?
Walker Bay and the surrounding Overberg coastline support an extraordinary range of marine life. From the air, you may encounter:
Southern Right Whales
June – November
Humpback Whales
May – December
Bryde's Whales
Occasional, year-round
Common Dolphins
Year-round
Bottlenose Dolphins
Year-round
Cape Fur Seals
Year-round
Great White Shark
Occasionally
African Penguins
Year-round
Seabirds
Year-round
Season
Best time of year for a Hermanus whale watching flight
Southern Right Whale Season
June to November
Humpback Whale Sightings
May to December
Peak Whale Viewing
August to October
The flight experience
What to expect on a Hermanus scenic flight
Scenic departures
Flights depart from airfields in the greater Hermanus and Overberg area.
Weather permitting
All scenic flights are subject to safe weather conditions and visibility.
Various flight durations
A range of short and extended scenic flight options may be available on request.
Experienced commercial pilots
All flights are operated by qualified commercial pilots with extensive local experience.
Spectacular coastal views
Take in Walker Bay, the Hermanus Cliff Path, Hermanus Lagoon and the Overberg mountains.
Excellent photography
Window seats and an elevated perspective deliver outstanding photographic opportunities.
Hermanus Whale Watching Flights FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking your Hermanus whale watching trip.
Related Destinations
Compare whale watching across South Africa
We help visitors find and book the best whale watching experiences across South Africa. Compare destinations below.
Whale Watching Hermanus
Walker Bay's Southern Right Whale nursery — boat-based, land-based and the Hermanus Whale Crier.
Whale Watching Gansbaai
Big 5 marine safaris with whales, sharks, seals, dolphins and African penguins at Dyer Island.
Whale Watching Cape Town
False Bay departures and day trips combining Cape Town's coast with peak Walker Bay sightings.
Whale Watching Mossel Bay
Garden Route whale watching with Southern Rights, Humpbacks and Bryde's Whales close to shore.
Whale Watching Knysna
Knysna Heads and the Garden Route — whales, dolphins and a stunning estuary backdrop.
Whale Watching Plettenberg Bay
Plett's sheltered bay — Humpbacks, Southern Rights, Bryde's Whales and resident dolphin pods.
Plan Your Trip
Whale watching guides & resources
Compare prices, seasons and destinations across South Africa to plan the right whale watching experience.
Whale Watching Hermanus Home
Unforgettable whale watching trips in Hermanus, South Africa — Southern Right Whales, Humpbacks, dolphins and seals in Walker Bay.
Whale Watching Prices
Compare prices for whale watching tours across South Africa.
Whale Watching Season — South Africa
Month-by-month guide to whale season across every destination.
Best Whale Watching in South Africa
Where to go, what to see, and which destination suits your trip.
Walker Bay Whale Guide
Everything to know about Walker Bay — the world's premier Southern Right Whale nursery.
Booking Enquiry
Enquire about whale watching flights
Pricing and availability available on request.
Send your preferred date and number of guests — our reservations team will confirm flight options, durations and pricing, usually within a few hours.
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