Welcome Whales Celebration - WAS held in Hermanus -
24th, 25th, 26th JUNE, 2022
2023 TBC
24th, 25th, 26th JUNE, 2022
2023 TBC
Welcome Whales Celebration of Hermanus will be held on 24th, 25th and 26th JUNE, 2022
WELCOME WHALES CELEBRATION - Was on - 24th, 25th, 26th JUNE 2022
TALKS & INTERACTIVE PRESENTATIONS (10 Presentations)
INTRO DESCRIPTION:
Attend one, more or all of these fascinating talks! The talks will be held in the newly renovated multi-purpose centre in the Hermanus New Harbour.
Be sure to come earlier or plan to stay after the talk as there will be an array of interactive exhibits displayed by Mammal Research Institute - Whale Unit; WWF Adopt-a-whale Initiative and the SA Whale Disentanglement Network. Peruse environmental and whale orientated art and selection of marine themed craft.
There will be food and drinks for sale and the highly anticipated launch of the limited edition - Ocean Brew - The Southern Right Lager, by Hermanus Brewery.
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SCHEDULE of Talks, Presentations, Walks, Tours, Photography workshops and more.....
Humpback Whale Supergroups & Fluke ID - Alex Vogel, Seafari (24th June 2022, Friday - 14.00pm)
Seafari App with the support of citizen science and in collaboration Happywhale have successfully managed to catalogue re-sightings of Humpback whales sometimes covering distances as far as South Africa and Brazil.
SPEAKER: Alex Vogel, Founder of the Seafari App
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 14:00pm (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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Baleen whale research in South Africa – Dr Els Vermeulen (24th June 2022, Friday – 16.00pm)
An overview of whale research conducted by the Mammal Research Institute – Whale Unit, based in Hermanus.
SPEAKER: Dr Els Vermeulen, Research Manager -Mammal Research Institute Whale Unit (Department of Zoology and Entomology -University of Pretoria, South Africa)
She is a member of the IUCN cetacean specialist group and of the Scientific Committee of the International Whaling Commission. Her expertise lies in the field of population biology, with a main research interest in conservation biology and associated management.
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 16:00pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition ‘Southern Right Lager’)
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP Break Free from heavy camera gear with Olympus Mirrorless Camera – the Photowalkers & Olympus (25th June 2022, Saturday – 09.00am)
This interactive demonstration is not to be missed! Limited places. Loads of fun and learning. Prizes to be won, refreshments served.
Calling all photographers, ocean and nature lovers, birders, wildlife enthusiasts' and travellers! Join Olympus, The Photo Shed, The Photowalkers and Olympus ambassador Peter Hassall for an interactive demonstration on this compact, lightweight, travel-ready, weather sealed system which will take your photography to exciting new places. This is an opportunity to understand the Micro Four Thirds system, Mirrorless Technology and enjoy a first-hand experience with the cameras and lenses.
SPEAKER & HOSTS: Leanne Dryburgh, the Photowalkers and Photo Shed & Peter Hassall, Olympus brand ambassador
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday
TIME: 09:00am
DURATION: 2 hours (Stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a cappuccino and bite to eat.)
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Death defying ocean adventures by Explorer - Riaan Manser (25th June 2022, Saturday - 12.00noon)
As one of the world’s leading explorers he has captivated thousands of people through his bestselling books & motivational talks; worldwide. Come and hear his first-hand account of his death-defying oceanic adventures in a kayak.
SPEAKER: Riaan Manser, Explorer, Oceanic adventurer & Bestselling Author.
Manser’s rise to prominence began with the unbelievable world-first circumnavigation of the African continent by bicycle. From bicycle to kayak he has crossed unfathomable distances, earning him multiple "Out There Adventure of the Year awards, 2 Guinness World Records and 4 World First Records.
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday
TIME: 12:00noon
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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The right and the wrong whale - Dr Els Vermeulen (25th June 2022, Saturday - 14.00pm)
Gain insight into the lives of South African Right & Brydes whales
SPEAKER: Dr Els Vermeulen, Research Manager -Mammal Research Institute Whale Unit (Department of Zoology and Entomology -University of Pretoria, South Africa) She is a member of the IUCN cetacean specialist group and of the Scientific Committee of the International Whaling Commission. Her expertise lies in the field of population biology, with a main research interest in conservation biology and associated management.
DATE: 25th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 14:00pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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The ‘Supergroups’ - Dr Elisa Seyboth (25th June 2022, Saturday - 16.00pm)
The Humpback whale ‘Supergroups’ - which visit the coastal area of Cape each year.
SPEAKER: Dr Elisa Seyboth is a Brazilian oceanographer who has been dedicated to research on cetaceans’ ecology in the Southern Hemisphere, especially regarding their habitat use, diet and reproductive success. She currently is a postdoctoral researcher at CPUT (Cape Peninsula University of Technology) and a collaborator of MRI Whale Unit. Elisa is a member of the project EcoPelagos, which is developed under the PROANTAR (Brazilian Antarctic Program) and is the Brazilian representative at the SC-CAMLR (Scientific Committee for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources).
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday
TIME: 16:00pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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Marine life of Walker Bay & beyond - Ash Appleby, Southern Right Charters & Whale Expedition SA (25th June 2022, Saturday - 18.00pm)
Interesting visual presentation on the lesser-known marine sightings of Walker Bay & beyond
SPEAKER: Ash Appleby, Southern Right Charters & Whale Expedition SA
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday
TIME: 18:00pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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CHILDREN: Story time with a Real-Life Explorer (26th June 2022, Sunday - 09.30 am)
Go on your first African Adventure with real-life explorer, Riaan Manser and his book on riding around the entire African continent on his bicycle.
Book Reading & Signing of his new Children's Story Book, My First African Adventure
SPEAKER: Riaan Manser, Explorer, Adventurer & Bestselling Author
Manser’s rise to prominence began with the unbelievable world-first circumnavigation of the African continent by bicycle. From bicycle to kayak he has crossed unfathomable distances, earning him multiple "Out There Adventure of the Year awards, 2 Guinness World Records and 4 World First Records.
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday
TIME: 09:30am
DURATION: 1 hour
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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Whale baleen can tell us about whale behaviour - Loraine Shuttleworth (26th June 2022, Sunday - 13.30pm)
A talk which will explain what information can be gained from studying baleen plates of whales, with some recent new discoveries on right whale behaviour.
SPEAKER: Loraine Shuttleworth, MSc student at the University of Pretoria’s Mammal Research Institute Whale Unit.
She is self-proclaimed science nerd with a deep love for the ocean, her current research centres around reproduction in southern right whales, an iconic whale species of the South African coastline and especially Hermanus.
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday
TIME: 13:30pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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A Photographic Journey with Southern Right Whales - Dave De Beer, Hermanus Whales (26th June 2022, Sunday - 15.30pm)
Join Dave as he takes you on a Photographic Journey with the Southern Right Whales in which he will explain his experiences with these giant mammals that visit Hermanus annually. Book Signing and Prize giveaway
SPEAKER: Dave De Beer, Hermanus Whales. Author & Wildlife Photographer
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday
TIME: 15:30pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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ACTIVITIES & TOURS
Welcome Whales WAVE (24th June 2022, Friday - 10.00am)
It’s time to Welcome back our Whales! Let’s Wave!
Everyone is invited to participate in the WELCOME WHALES WAVE, a fun cliff-top event which marks the start of the Welcome Whales Celebration 2022.
Welcome the Whales with a big Wave on the Cliff Path between the Amphitheatre and Gearing’s Point on Friday 24 June at 10:00.
The Wave is part of the three-day Welcome Whales Celebration hosted by a collaboration of whale-fanatics, guru’s, scientists, and locals that have teamed up to showcase the area’s diverse marine life, honour the whales and celebrate the ocean.
Your presence is needed to form a wave of humanity along the central waterfront to extend a friendly and enthusiastic welcome to the Southern Right Whales as they migrate back to Walker Bay to mate and calve for the 2022 whale season.
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 10:00am
VENUE: Gearings Point, Hermanus. 'Check - in at the Gazebo'
HOST: Hermanus Tourism (WhatsApp 079 492 1949)
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Sea Kayaking (25th June 2022, Saturday - AND - 26th June 2022, Sunday - 09.00am)
Paddle across Walker Bay on ocean Kayaks and come face-to-face with the diverse marine life of Hermanus.
PLEASE NOTE: Minimum age 10 years and older
HOST: Walkerbay Adventures, 082 739 0159
WHAT TO BRING: Guests can wear shorts and t-shirts and apply adequate sun protection. Long sleeve tops can be worn if it is cooler outside.
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday TIME: 09:00am
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday TIME: 09:00am
MEETING POINT: The Old Harbour, Hermanus 7200.
DURATION: 2 hours
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Abalone Tour & Tasting (24th June 2022, Friday - 11.00am)
Boot-up to walk through a working abalone farm. Informative tour and tasting experience
HOST: Heart of Abalone, 064 940 9255
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 11:00am
MEETING POINT: The Heart Shed, Heart of Abalone - New Harbour, Hermanus
DURATION: 2 hours
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Boat based Whale watching tour
Explore the Hermanus coastline and spot the first Southern Right Whales of the 2022 whale season. Join Southern Right Charters for an informative and educational whale watching experience.
HOST: Southern Right Charters, 082 353 0550
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday - ARRIVAL TIME: 14:30pm for 15:00pm departure
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday - ARRIVAL TIME: 08:30am for 09:00am departure
MEETING POINT: Southern Right Charters, The Whale Shack, New Harbour, Hermanus
DURATION: 1h30 - 3 hours
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Guided Whale Museum Tour with Dave De Beer
EXCLUSIVE Tour for the Welcome Whales Celebration
Learn and be amazed as Dave De Beer brings The Whale House Museum to life, this short but informative guided tour is packed with information on the southern right whales, why they are here in the bay and what they get up to.
HOST: Dave De Beer, Hermanus Whales, 082 8977175
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday TIME: 15:00pm
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday TIME: 12:00noon
MEETING POINT: The Whale House Museum, Hermanus town centre. Meet at Entrance.
DURATION: 1 hour
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Xplora Hermanus Tour
SPECIAL ‘Welcome Whales’ Discount
Explore the local pretty scenic spots of Hermanus – by visiting our massive and deserted Grotto Beach, then Fernkloof to see our Fynbos flowers, bushes and trees in the Cape Floral Kingdom, then some of the cliff top lookout spots to hopefully see marine creatures, then the Old Harbour and then high up onto the mountains that surround Hermanus for incredible views of our Wine Valley and the whole of Walker Bay, while informing you of all the funny and interesting Hermanus stories, myths and facts.
GUIDED TOUR, Luxury Minibus (max. 7 guests)
HOST: Percy Tours, 072 062 8500 - www.percytours.com
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday TIME: 13:00pm
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday TIME: 11:00am
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday TIME: 11:00am
MEETING POINT: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
DURATION: 2 hours
TALKS & INTERACTIVE PRESENTATIONS (10 Presentations)
INTRO DESCRIPTION:
Attend one, more or all of these fascinating talks! The talks will be held in the newly renovated multi-purpose centre in the Hermanus New Harbour.
Be sure to come earlier or plan to stay after the talk as there will be an array of interactive exhibits displayed by Mammal Research Institute - Whale Unit; WWF Adopt-a-whale Initiative and the SA Whale Disentanglement Network. Peruse environmental and whale orientated art and selection of marine themed craft.
There will be food and drinks for sale and the highly anticipated launch of the limited edition - Ocean Brew - The Southern Right Lager, by Hermanus Brewery.
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SCHEDULE of Talks, Presentations, Walks, Tours, Photography workshops and more.....
Humpback Whale Supergroups & Fluke ID - Alex Vogel, Seafari (24th June 2022, Friday - 14.00pm)
Seafari App with the support of citizen science and in collaboration Happywhale have successfully managed to catalogue re-sightings of Humpback whales sometimes covering distances as far as South Africa and Brazil.
SPEAKER: Alex Vogel, Founder of the Seafari App
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 14:00pm (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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Baleen whale research in South Africa – Dr Els Vermeulen (24th June 2022, Friday – 16.00pm)
An overview of whale research conducted by the Mammal Research Institute – Whale Unit, based in Hermanus.
SPEAKER: Dr Els Vermeulen, Research Manager -Mammal Research Institute Whale Unit (Department of Zoology and Entomology -University of Pretoria, South Africa)
She is a member of the IUCN cetacean specialist group and of the Scientific Committee of the International Whaling Commission. Her expertise lies in the field of population biology, with a main research interest in conservation biology and associated management.
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 16:00pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition ‘Southern Right Lager’)
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP Break Free from heavy camera gear with Olympus Mirrorless Camera – the Photowalkers & Olympus (25th June 2022, Saturday – 09.00am)
This interactive demonstration is not to be missed! Limited places. Loads of fun and learning. Prizes to be won, refreshments served.
Calling all photographers, ocean and nature lovers, birders, wildlife enthusiasts' and travellers! Join Olympus, The Photo Shed, The Photowalkers and Olympus ambassador Peter Hassall for an interactive demonstration on this compact, lightweight, travel-ready, weather sealed system which will take your photography to exciting new places. This is an opportunity to understand the Micro Four Thirds system, Mirrorless Technology and enjoy a first-hand experience with the cameras and lenses.
SPEAKER & HOSTS: Leanne Dryburgh, the Photowalkers and Photo Shed & Peter Hassall, Olympus brand ambassador
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday
TIME: 09:00am
DURATION: 2 hours (Stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a cappuccino and bite to eat.)
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Death defying ocean adventures by Explorer - Riaan Manser (25th June 2022, Saturday - 12.00noon)
As one of the world’s leading explorers he has captivated thousands of people through his bestselling books & motivational talks; worldwide. Come and hear his first-hand account of his death-defying oceanic adventures in a kayak.
SPEAKER: Riaan Manser, Explorer, Oceanic adventurer & Bestselling Author.
Manser’s rise to prominence began with the unbelievable world-first circumnavigation of the African continent by bicycle. From bicycle to kayak he has crossed unfathomable distances, earning him multiple "Out There Adventure of the Year awards, 2 Guinness World Records and 4 World First Records.
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday
TIME: 12:00noon
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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The right and the wrong whale - Dr Els Vermeulen (25th June 2022, Saturday - 14.00pm)
Gain insight into the lives of South African Right & Brydes whales
SPEAKER: Dr Els Vermeulen, Research Manager -Mammal Research Institute Whale Unit (Department of Zoology and Entomology -University of Pretoria, South Africa) She is a member of the IUCN cetacean specialist group and of the Scientific Committee of the International Whaling Commission. Her expertise lies in the field of population biology, with a main research interest in conservation biology and associated management.
DATE: 25th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 14:00pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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The ‘Supergroups’ - Dr Elisa Seyboth (25th June 2022, Saturday - 16.00pm)
The Humpback whale ‘Supergroups’ - which visit the coastal area of Cape each year.
SPEAKER: Dr Elisa Seyboth is a Brazilian oceanographer who has been dedicated to research on cetaceans’ ecology in the Southern Hemisphere, especially regarding their habitat use, diet and reproductive success. She currently is a postdoctoral researcher at CPUT (Cape Peninsula University of Technology) and a collaborator of MRI Whale Unit. Elisa is a member of the project EcoPelagos, which is developed under the PROANTAR (Brazilian Antarctic Program) and is the Brazilian representative at the SC-CAMLR (Scientific Committee for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources).
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday
TIME: 16:00pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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Marine life of Walker Bay & beyond - Ash Appleby, Southern Right Charters & Whale Expedition SA (25th June 2022, Saturday - 18.00pm)
Interesting visual presentation on the lesser-known marine sightings of Walker Bay & beyond
SPEAKER: Ash Appleby, Southern Right Charters & Whale Expedition SA
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday
TIME: 18:00pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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CHILDREN: Story time with a Real-Life Explorer (26th June 2022, Sunday - 09.30 am)
Go on your first African Adventure with real-life explorer, Riaan Manser and his book on riding around the entire African continent on his bicycle.
Book Reading & Signing of his new Children's Story Book, My First African Adventure
SPEAKER: Riaan Manser, Explorer, Adventurer & Bestselling Author
Manser’s rise to prominence began with the unbelievable world-first circumnavigation of the African continent by bicycle. From bicycle to kayak he has crossed unfathomable distances, earning him multiple "Out There Adventure of the Year awards, 2 Guinness World Records and 4 World First Records.
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday
TIME: 09:30am
DURATION: 1 hour
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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Whale baleen can tell us about whale behaviour - Loraine Shuttleworth (26th June 2022, Sunday - 13.30pm)
A talk which will explain what information can be gained from studying baleen plates of whales, with some recent new discoveries on right whale behaviour.
SPEAKER: Loraine Shuttleworth, MSc student at the University of Pretoria’s Mammal Research Institute Whale Unit.
She is self-proclaimed science nerd with a deep love for the ocean, her current research centres around reproduction in southern right whales, an iconic whale species of the South African coastline and especially Hermanus.
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday
TIME: 13:30pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack, or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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A Photographic Journey with Southern Right Whales - Dave De Beer, Hermanus Whales (26th June 2022, Sunday - 15.30pm)
Join Dave as he takes you on a Photographic Journey with the Southern Right Whales in which he will explain his experiences with these giant mammals that visit Hermanus annually. Book Signing and Prize giveaway
SPEAKER: Dave De Beer, Hermanus Whales. Author & Wildlife Photographer
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday
TIME: 15:30pm
DURATION: 1 hour (Arrive early or stay after to engage in the interactive displays, peruse the environmental & whale orientated art, enjoy a snack or taste the new limited edition 'Southern Right Lager')
VENUE: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
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ACTIVITIES & TOURS
Welcome Whales WAVE (24th June 2022, Friday - 10.00am)
It’s time to Welcome back our Whales! Let’s Wave!
Everyone is invited to participate in the WELCOME WHALES WAVE, a fun cliff-top event which marks the start of the Welcome Whales Celebration 2022.
Welcome the Whales with a big Wave on the Cliff Path between the Amphitheatre and Gearing’s Point on Friday 24 June at 10:00.
The Wave is part of the three-day Welcome Whales Celebration hosted by a collaboration of whale-fanatics, guru’s, scientists, and locals that have teamed up to showcase the area’s diverse marine life, honour the whales and celebrate the ocean.
Your presence is needed to form a wave of humanity along the central waterfront to extend a friendly and enthusiastic welcome to the Southern Right Whales as they migrate back to Walker Bay to mate and calve for the 2022 whale season.
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 10:00am
VENUE: Gearings Point, Hermanus. 'Check - in at the Gazebo'
HOST: Hermanus Tourism (WhatsApp 079 492 1949)
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Sea Kayaking (25th June 2022, Saturday - AND - 26th June 2022, Sunday - 09.00am)
Paddle across Walker Bay on ocean Kayaks and come face-to-face with the diverse marine life of Hermanus.
PLEASE NOTE: Minimum age 10 years and older
HOST: Walkerbay Adventures, 082 739 0159
WHAT TO BRING: Guests can wear shorts and t-shirts and apply adequate sun protection. Long sleeve tops can be worn if it is cooler outside.
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday TIME: 09:00am
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday TIME: 09:00am
MEETING POINT: The Old Harbour, Hermanus 7200.
DURATION: 2 hours
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Abalone Tour & Tasting (24th June 2022, Friday - 11.00am)
Boot-up to walk through a working abalone farm. Informative tour and tasting experience
HOST: Heart of Abalone, 064 940 9255
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday
TIME: 11:00am
MEETING POINT: The Heart Shed, Heart of Abalone - New Harbour, Hermanus
DURATION: 2 hours
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Boat based Whale watching tour
Explore the Hermanus coastline and spot the first Southern Right Whales of the 2022 whale season. Join Southern Right Charters for an informative and educational whale watching experience.
HOST: Southern Right Charters, 082 353 0550
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday - ARRIVAL TIME: 14:30pm for 15:00pm departure
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday - ARRIVAL TIME: 08:30am for 09:00am departure
MEETING POINT: Southern Right Charters, The Whale Shack, New Harbour, Hermanus
DURATION: 1h30 - 3 hours
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Guided Whale Museum Tour with Dave De Beer
EXCLUSIVE Tour for the Welcome Whales Celebration
Learn and be amazed as Dave De Beer brings The Whale House Museum to life, this short but informative guided tour is packed with information on the southern right whales, why they are here in the bay and what they get up to.
HOST: Dave De Beer, Hermanus Whales, 082 8977175
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday TIME: 15:00pm
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday TIME: 12:00noon
MEETING POINT: The Whale House Museum, Hermanus town centre. Meet at Entrance.
DURATION: 1 hour
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Xplora Hermanus Tour
SPECIAL ‘Welcome Whales’ Discount
Explore the local pretty scenic spots of Hermanus – by visiting our massive and deserted Grotto Beach, then Fernkloof to see our Fynbos flowers, bushes and trees in the Cape Floral Kingdom, then some of the cliff top lookout spots to hopefully see marine creatures, then the Old Harbour and then high up onto the mountains that surround Hermanus for incredible views of our Wine Valley and the whole of Walker Bay, while informing you of all the funny and interesting Hermanus stories, myths and facts.
GUIDED TOUR, Luxury Minibus (max. 7 guests)
HOST: Percy Tours, 072 062 8500 - www.percytours.com
DATE: 24th June 2022, Friday TIME: 13:00pm
DATE: 25th June 2022, Saturday TIME: 11:00am
DATE: 26th June 2022, Sunday TIME: 11:00am
MEETING POINT: The Hermanus New Harbour, Multi-purpose centre
DURATION: 2 hours
Welcome Whales Celebration of Hermanus will be held on 24th, 25th and 26th JUNE, 2022
Welcome Whales Celebration of Hermanus will be held on 24th, 25th and 26th JUNE, 2022
Whale watching season is CLOSED as Southern Right Whales
have departed Hermanus -
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have departed Hermanus -
thankfully there are many OTHER ocean & boat activities -
CLICK here for Summer and Festive season ocean trips
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