South Africa is one of the best destinations in the world for watching whales and other marine wildlife from land or from boat. See the southern right and humpback whales on their annual migrations.
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The Whale Coast, situated close to Cape Town, is the perfect destination to get close to southern right whales on a specialised cruise, helicopter flight or land-based hike. Whale-watching season opens in June every year.
Every year, southern right whales migrate from their icy feeding grounds off Antarctica to warmer climates, reaching South Africa in June. The best time for seeing them in South Africa’s waters is from June to November. The Cape south coast teems with these giants as they mate, calve and nurture their young – offering whale-watchers spectacular displays of raw power and elegant water acrobatics.
Your guide will provide insightful and educational information on the ecology, behaviour and current conservation status of whales as well into the research being conducted in our oceans. Leave with a renewed respect for these giants of the deep.
Choose between land-based, water-based or aerial whale-watching experiences. Jewel of Africa recommends an ocean cruise, which brings you as close as possible to these beautiful mammals. Aerial whale-watching is from a small aeroplane, which provides an eagle’s eye view of the whales undisturbed and unaware of human presence – perfect for photographers. Land-based whale-watching can be done from anywhere along the shore during a hike or stroll along the ocean’s edge.
Whale watching safaris allow you to get close to the different species of whales during their breeding season in South Africa.
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Go beyond the ordinary and cruise, fly or hike past these gentle giants.
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View wildlife from a luxury 4×4 vehicle, or get up close and personal on a walking safari. All guides are accredited professionals, dedicated to the safety and comfort of every traveller.
Hides overlooking wildlife-rich water holes as well as guides who are eager to take you off the beaten track, make Africa a photographer’s dream.
