Whale Watching in the South

Each year, a remarkable spectacle unfolds as whales make their annual pilgrimage to Cape Town’s temperate waters. From June to December, the acrobatic Humpbacks and gentle Southern Right whales give us a show of beauty combined with the ocean’s raw, untamed beauty.

The Western Cape is renowned for its close-up whale watching views as these majestic creatures travel thousands of kilometres to the warmer, sheltered waters to mate and give birth. Newmark Hotels & Reserves has a compelling lineup to get you close enough for these encounters.

Whale Watching Cruise

Don't miss this eye-opening two-hour whale watching cruise with a trained marine biologist who will answer all your questions about the whales and more. Prepare to see southern white whales, Bryde’s whales, humpback whales, common dolphins and humpback dolphins with the possibility of spotting seals, sharks, and penguins along the way to Dyer Island. The area is so revered that it has featured in National Geographic and BBC films.

Guests can rest assured that the tour is Fair Trade certified, meaning that it proceeds with respect for marine conservation and research in the area. Enjoy warm beverages and soup all provided, as well as windproof and waterproof jackets if required.

A View From Any Angle

With Newmark Hotels & Reserves, you gain access to various activities that get you closer to whale watching vicinity, such as helicopter tours over the V&A Waterfront, a sailing trip on the Hazendal Yacht, or the Sea Kayaking and Cape Point Tour. Book the tour from any Cape Town property and enjoy viewing marine life while soaking in the peaceful feeling of being out on the water.

Where To Stay

Book a La Splendida sea view room or superior room, which faces the ocean, for the chance to see the whales in action. These rooms are spacious with contemporary interiors to meet your comfort.

The Winchester Hotel on Sea Point offers elegant sea-facing rooms, including the Junior Sea-Facing Suite, Luxury Balcony Suite and Premium Suite. Each room captures the sunlight through its large windows, offering unobstructed views of the ocean.

Mountain Facing Rooms and Mountain Facing Luxury Rooms at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel give you a front row seat to whale watching from the V&A Waterfront, where whales have been spotted in the past. For picture-perfect moments against a luxurious backdrop, you could not ask for more.

Book with Newmark Hotels & Reserves, and let this be your year of whale sightings to be remembered for years to come.