Garden Route
Whale Watching Mossel Bay
Whale Watching Hermanus – South Africa's Whale Watching Specialists. From the world-famous Southern Right Whales of Walker Bay to the spectacular marine life along South Africa's coastline, we help visitors discover unforgettable whale watching experiences in some of the country's most iconic destinations.
Whales & Marine Life in Mossel Bay
Southern Right Whale
Calving and mating in Mossel Bay between July and November.
Humpback Whale
Common during the May–December migration along the Garden Route.
Bryde's Whale
Resident species, present in Mossel Bay all year.
Common Dolphin
Super-pods of common dolphins are a frequent highlight off Mossel Bay.
Best Whale Watching Season in Mossel Bay
Season
June – December
Peak
August – October
Good to Know
Mossel Bay pairs well with Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and the wider Garden Route itinerary.
Tour Options from Mossel Bay
Boat-Based Whale Watching Mossel Bay
Licensed 2-hour boat trip departing from Mossel Bay harbour.
Seal Island Cruise
Short cruise to Seal Island combined with whale and dolphin watching when in season.
Mossel Bay Whale Watching FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking your Hermanus whale watching trip.
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Walker Bay's Southern Right Whale nursery — boat-based, land-based and the Hermanus Whale Crier.
Whale Watching Gansbaai
Departs Gansbaai Harbour into eastern Walker Bay and along the De Kelders sea cliffs — a Southern Right Whale nursery zone.
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Departs Kleinbaai Harbour to Dyer Island and Geyser Rock — whales, sharks, seals, dolphins and African penguins in one trip.
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Knysna Heads and the Garden Route — whales, dolphins and a stunning estuary backdrop.
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Plett's sheltered bay — Humpbacks, Southern Rights, Bryde's Whales and resident dolphin pods.
Hermanus Helicopter Whale Watching
Scenic flights over Walker Bay — a bird's-eye view of whales, dolphins and coastline.
Yzerfontein Humpback Whale Expedition
Seasonal Cape West Coast whale watching expedition (Nov–Mar) searching for Humpback Whale super groups.
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Interactive map of every whale watching destination — Walker Bay, Dyer Island, Garden Route and more.
Walker Bay Whale Guide
Everything to know about Walker Bay — the world's premier Southern Right Whale nursery.
Hermanus Helicopter Whale Watching
Scenic whale watching flights over Walker Bay and the Hermanus coastline.
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