Whale Watching South Africa

Every year without fail, thousands of the worlds largest mammals are irresistibly drawn to the temperate and tropical waters of southern Africa.

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Southern right whales are the most commonly encountered whales during the winter months from July to October. Coming close inshore to calve and mate, they were once considered the 'right' whales to kill - see whaling history. They must now be considered the right whales to watch as they often lie just behind the breakers and are easily observed from the shore.

Humpback whales are also seasonal visitors to South African waters. As they pass us on their migrations to and from the tropics, they can often be sighted offshore in all regions east of Cape Town - see whale and dolphin watching tours.

The high cliffs of the Western Cape afford ideal vantage points for the seasonal shore-based watching of southern right whales - notably Hermanus, the De Hoop Nature Reserve with its whale trail and the Knysna to Plettenberg Bay area. Boat based whale watching can be even more rewarding as your chances of encountering different species, such as humpback and Bryde's whales, are considerably increased.

Oceans Africa is the only South African tour company that specialises in whale and dolphin encounters throughout southern Africa - from Cape Town to Durban and into Mozambique. Our staff and guides are amongst the best in the local industry and are always on hand to ensure that you experience the best and most informed whale and dolphin encounters possible.