Hermanus Cliff Path
A 12km cliff walk where southern right whales surface meters offshore in season.
Trip Role
Ideal stay
Best for
Our take
The premier land-based whale watching spot in the country.
The premier land-based whale watching spot in the country.
- Trip Role
- Day Trip
- Ideal Stay
- Half a day
- Best For
- Whale season (Jun–Nov)
- Go If
- You're in the Cape between June and November.
Why it's worth your time
Stretching along the coastline, this 12km path provides accessible vantage points for spotting southern right whales during the winter and spring months. The trail is well-maintained and offers consistent ocean views regardless of the season.
What we love
Whale watching from a cliff path — no boat required, and the whales come metres from shore.
What to know
One of the best land-based whale watching sites in the world; southern right whales come into Walker Bay from June to November, often metres from the path.