Whales spend most of their lives in cold water, but when breeding they tend to migrate to shallow and warmer waters. The most common whales species in the African waters, are the Humpback and the Southern Right whale and can be seen from September usually up to the end of November; but often during December as well.
The Cape Peninsula offers several good whale watching spots (don’t forget your binoculars).
Southern Right Whale
Cape Point is the southern most tip of the Cape Peninsula, and positioned on the whales migration route. You can spot whales while relaxing and enjoying the spectacular views from the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve or go out on the ocean by boat.
Between Fish Hoek and Simon’s Town the whales come every year to the stretches of kelp and rocks to give birth to their calves and to remove the barnacles they have accumulated. This place is easily accessible and a beautiful coastal drive.
The spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive presents an elevated view of the entire Hout Bay area. Along this rocky road you come by several places for whale watching.
If you have plenty of time at hand, try the Cape Whale Watch Route.
