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Enter the natural habitat of the Marine Big 5 in South Africa, for the opportunity to see whales, dolphins, penguins, seals and great white sharks!
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Whale Watching · Dyer Island Cruises™
5 Geelbek StEnter the natural habitat of the Marine Big 5 in South Africa, for the opportunity to see whales, dolphins, penguins, seals and great white sharks!
Southern Right Charters offers boat-based Hermanus whale watching tours from the New Harbour in Hermanus, the Capital of the Cape Whale Coast. Our Hermanus Whale Watching Tours operate within the local waters of Walker Bay, one of the best whale watching areas in the world.
Our company is progressive, environmentally sensitive and as a licensed permit holder operates under a motto of: ‘Observing NOT Disturbing’ – the safety and conservation of the whales and marine life is principal. Southern Right Charters believes it is their obligation to ensure the service offered is informative and educational.
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Southern Right Charters
Southern Right Charters offers boat-based Hermanus whale watching tours from the New Harbour in Hermanus, the Capital of the Cape Whale Coast. Our Hermanus Whale Watching Tours operate within the local waters of Walker Bay, one of the best whale watching areas in the world.
Our company is progressive, environmentally sensitive and as a licensed permit holder operates under a motto of: ‘Observing NOT Disturbing’ – the safety and conservation of the whales and marine life is principal. Southern Right Charters believes it is their obligation to ensure the service offered is informative and educational.
Marine Dynamics enjoys sightings of great whites, copper sharks (bronze whalers) and even the occasional stingray at our vessel.Great White Shark behaviour is less predictable post orca predation in 2017. Daily blog of sightings is available. All content on our website is the property of Marine Dynamics.
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Shark Cage Dive · Marine Dynamics™
5 Geelbek StMarine Dynamics enjoys sightings of great whites, copper sharks (bronze whalers) and even the occasional stingray at our vessel.Great White Shark behaviour is less predictable post orca predation in 2017. Daily blog of sightings is available. All content on our website is the property of Marine Dynamics.
Kammabaai Beach
5th AvenueWine Estates
Our unique enclave on the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge is a sought-after wine destination where a warm welcome awaits young and old. Ranging from our knowledgeable and attentive staff and our world-famous Wine and Food Pairing options to elegant touches such as our superior Riedel glassware – everything combines to offer our guests a truly memorable experience. And that includes our younger visitors for whom we cater with a special Young Adults Menu as well as their very own Kiddies Pairing!
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Creation Wines
Our unique enclave on the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge is a sought-after wine destination where a warm welcome awaits young and old. Ranging from our knowledgeable and attentive staff and our world-famous Wine and Food Pairing options to elegant touches such as our superior Riedel glassware – everything combines to offer our guests a truly memorable experience. And that includes our younger visitors for whom we cater with a special Young Adults Menu as well as their very own Kiddies Pairing!
Enjoy hearty, honest, soul food prepared with love by the owners of the Gabriëlskloof restaurant, Frans and Mariaan Groenewald. They are passionate about everything local and source most of their produce from neighbouring farms and villages. The menu changes regularly, and no, we don’t know precisely what’s going to be on it next month. But you will find good, no-fuss homemade food made from the freshest ingredients.
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Gabrielskloof Wine Estate
R43Enjoy hearty, honest, soul food prepared with love by the owners of the Gabriëlskloof restaurant, Frans and Mariaan Groenewald. They are passionate about everything local and source most of their produce from neighbouring farms and villages. The menu changes regularly, and no, we don’t know precisely what’s going to be on it next month. But you will find good, no-fuss homemade food made from the freshest ingredients.
Nestled in the picturesque mountains of the Hemel-en-Aarde valley lies our beautiful and bright wine estate, La Vierge. Without boasting too much, we’re proud to be the home of some of the most tantalising wines in the valley – which we aim to continuously achieve here.
Thanks to our continued dedication, it’s no wonder that our wines are desired world-wide. So why not add some of our bottles to your collection?
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La Vierge Wines
12 Hemel-en-Aarde ValleyNestled in the picturesque mountains of the Hemel-en-Aarde valley lies our beautiful and bright wine estate, La Vierge. Without boasting too much, we’re proud to be the home of some of the most tantalising wines in the valley – which we aim to continuously achieve here.
Thanks to our continued dedication, it’s no wonder that our wines are desired world-wide. So why not add some of our bottles to your collection?
Greek for “a serene state of mind, free from worry and preoccupation”, Ataraxia lives up to the hype. Aptly called The Skyfields, Ataraxia Wines is perfectly positioned on a commanding rise in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde wine-growing area.
Just a short distance from the coastal village of Hermanus, a picture-perfect drive brings you to the most elevated part of these winelands. Here you can experience jaw-dropping vineyard, valley and mountain views: all from our chapel-like Wine Lounge®, while sampling some of the most exciting wines South Africa has to offer.
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Ataraxia Wines
Greek for “a serene state of mind, free from worry and preoccupation”, Ataraxia lives up to the hype. Aptly called The Skyfields, Ataraxia Wines is perfectly positioned on a commanding rise in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde wine-growing area.
Just a short distance from the coastal village of Hermanus, a picture-perfect drive brings you to the most elevated part of these winelands. Here you can experience jaw-dropping vineyard, valley and mountain views: all from our chapel-like Wine Lounge®, while sampling some of the most exciting wines South Africa has to offer.
We are delighted to welcome guests, young and old, to our tasting room and dining room, with its wonderful views across the Debos dam, through Onrus to beyond Betty’s Bay, as the crow flies some 28 kilometres away and on a clear day beyond to Cape Point, some 75 kilometres away.
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Sumaridge Wine Estate
Hemel-en-Aarde ValleyWe are delighted to welcome guests, young and old, to our tasting room and dining room, with its wonderful views across the Debos dam, through Onrus to beyond Betty’s Bay, as the crow flies some 28 kilometres away and on a clear day beyond to Cape Point, some 75 kilometres away.
Spookfontein is a boutique wine estate in the Hemel and Aarde Valley - neighbouring the coastal town and whale watching capital of Hermanus. The name ‘Spook’ - Dutch for “ghost” - derives from the myth that one can discern a “spirit” within the swirls of the flowing spring.
Nested between The Kleinriver - and Babilonstoring Mountains, this 313 hectare farm offers wine aficionados a beautiful variety of robust wines - grown from rocky soil and nurtured by Walker Bay’s timeless cold sea air, blown in by the Cape Doctor on summer evenings.
The farm, originating in 1847 is a Fynbos heaven, with a mere 14 hectares under vine and Olive trees growing stoically on the road to our magnificent mountaintop cellar. Having always dreamed of making his own wine, Mike Davis took ownership a few years ago. Being an avid nature lover and family man - Spookfontein provided the perfect backdrop for lazy family weekends and winemaking, producing the first vintage in 2005.
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Spookfontein Wines & Spookfontein Restaurant & Spookfontein Cottages
Spookfontein is a boutique wine estate in the Hemel and Aarde Valley - neighbouring the coastal town and whale watching capital of Hermanus. The name ‘Spook’ - Dutch for “ghost” - derives from the myth that one can discern a “spirit” within the swirls of the flowing spring.
Nested between The Kleinriver - and Babilonstoring Mountains, this 313 hectare farm offers wine aficionados a beautiful variety of robust wines - grown from rocky soil and nurtured by Walker Bay’s timeless cold sea air, blown in by the Cape Doctor on summer evenings.
The farm, originating in 1847 is a Fynbos heaven, with a mere 14 hectares under vine and Olive trees growing stoically on the road to our magnificent mountaintop cellar. Having always dreamed of making his own wine, Mike Davis took ownership a few years ago. Being an avid nature lover and family man - Spookfontein provided the perfect backdrop for lazy family weekends and winemaking, producing the first vintage in 2005.
Hamilton Russell Vineyards – one of the most southerly wine Estates in Africa and one of the closest to the sea – pioneered viticulture and winemaking in the beautiful, cool, maritime Hemel-en-Aarde Valley appellation, just behind the old fishing village of Hermanus.
The Estate specialises in producing highly individual, terroir driven Pinot noir and Chardonnay, which are widely regarded as the best in South Africa and among the finest in the New World.
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Hamilton Russell Vineyards
Hemel en Aarde RoadHamilton Russell Vineyards – one of the most southerly wine Estates in Africa and one of the closest to the sea – pioneered viticulture and winemaking in the beautiful, cool, maritime Hemel-en-Aarde Valley appellation, just behind the old fishing village of Hermanus.
The Estate specialises in producing highly individual, terroir driven Pinot noir and Chardonnay, which are widely regarded as the best in South Africa and among the finest in the New World.
The Restaurant at Newton Johnson
Hemel-en-Aarde ValleyRestaurants
Situated on the top of the cliff overlooking the bustling New Harbour in Hermanus, Harbour Rock restaurant (known simply as The Rock by locals) has the most spectacular view looking back towards the village across Walker Bay. From June to December there are almost daily sightings of whales close up from Harbour Rock.
Our cuisine is simple, stylish and delicious, consisting of fresh seafood, steak and delicious curries and bredies prepared by new head chef Jon Light. Our unsurpassed sushi and dim sum is prepared under the watchful eye of Louis Jiang, who is an absolute perfectionist of his art.
What an awesome way to while away a couple of pleasurable hours!
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Harbour Rock Restaurant | Seagrill and Sushi
Situated on the top of the cliff overlooking the bustling New Harbour in Hermanus, Harbour Rock restaurant (known simply as The Rock by locals) has the most spectacular view looking back towards the village across Walker Bay. From June to December there are almost daily sightings of whales close up from Harbour Rock.
Our cuisine is simple, stylish and delicious, consisting of fresh seafood, steak and delicious curries and bredies prepared by new head chef Jon Light. Our unsurpassed sushi and dim sum is prepared under the watchful eye of Louis Jiang, who is an absolute perfectionist of his art.
What an awesome way to while away a couple of pleasurable hours!
Quayside Cabin is not your average restaurant. This fresh seafood eatery is a transformed shipping container with an array of eclectic items placed all over. Quayside Cabin has the most envied location in Hermanus, with prime positioning in the new harbour overlooking the activities of the harbour and ocean.
This is a causal and charming space where the service is friendly and banter is encouraged. Apart from the pleasant service, this is most certainly the best place to experience fresh fish and catch from the harbour straight into the pan. With the limited space available, it amazes one how effortlessly this type of quality of food is presented each time.
Come rain or shine, Quayside Cabin is open. Summer days are spent enjoying the sea breeze and in winter the blinds are lowered and heaters strategically positioned for a cosy meal.
Seafood is what’s on the menu so don’t head to the harbour if you are looking for a rare steak. Split a platter to taste all the starters, choose one of the hot pots, or pick the best fresh-off-the-boat fish dish. Kiddies have a small selection of meals to cater for the whole family.
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Quayside Cabin
Harder AvenueQuayside Cabin is not your average restaurant. This fresh seafood eatery is a transformed shipping container with an array of eclectic items placed all over. Quayside Cabin has the most envied location in Hermanus, with prime positioning in the new harbour overlooking the activities of the harbour and ocean.
This is a causal and charming space where the service is friendly and banter is encouraged. Apart from the pleasant service, this is most certainly the best place to experience fresh fish and catch from the harbour straight into the pan. With the limited space available, it amazes one how effortlessly this type of quality of food is presented each time.
Come rain or shine, Quayside Cabin is open. Summer days are spent enjoying the sea breeze and in winter the blinds are lowered and heaters strategically positioned for a cosy meal.
Seafood is what’s on the menu so don’t head to the harbour if you are looking for a rare steak. Split a platter to taste all the starters, choose one of the hot pots, or pick the best fresh-off-the-boat fish dish. Kiddies have a small selection of meals to cater for the whole family.
Pear Tree was established in May 2015.
The name originated from the owner Petri Hendriksz, who worked in the UK. His colleagues called him Pear Tree as they could not pronounce his first name hence Pear Tree Bistro was born.
Pear Tree, situated on the Piazza of Hermanus offers a modern bistro feel with creative & tasteful dishes offering a scenic view with outside seating.
This intimate bistro offers a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere making you feel at home by using local produce, local beers & local wines.
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Pear Tree Bistro
81 Marine DrPear Tree was established in May 2015.
The name originated from the owner Petri Hendriksz, who worked in the UK. His colleagues called him Pear Tree as they could not pronounce his first name hence Pear Tree Bistro was born.
Pear Tree, situated on the Piazza of Hermanus offers a modern bistro feel with creative & tasteful dishes offering a scenic view with outside seating.
This intimate bistro offers a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere making you feel at home by using local produce, local beers & local wines.
"The word “Hospitality” in the new testament comes from two Greek words. The first word means “Love” and the second word means “Strangers”. It’s a word that means Love of Strangers."
- Nancy Leigh Demoss
Most people visiting The Burgundy Restaurant, on the very edge of the bay and only a few metres away from Hermanus’s historic old harbour, always come back. Once you visit, which we hope you will do soon, you might well return because here you will be greeted by not only the warm smiles of our staff, but also, quite possibly, the smell of artisanal bread baking in the oven.
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Burgundy Restaurant
7 Harbour Rd"The word “Hospitality” in the new testament comes from two Greek words. The first word means “Love” and the second word means “Strangers”. It’s a word that means Love of Strangers."
- Nancy Leigh Demoss
Most people visiting The Burgundy Restaurant, on the very edge of the bay and only a few metres away from Hermanus’s historic old harbour, always come back. Once you visit, which we hope you will do soon, you might well return because here you will be greeted by not only the warm smiles of our staff, but also, quite possibly, the smell of artisanal bread baking in the oven.
The Tasting Room is a wonderful breakfast and lunch venue, popular with locals and visitors alike.
A renovated original farm cottage is the setting for the charming tasting and bar area, with views over a dam to the Stanford valley beyond. The large outside seating area is covered and thus protected from the elements during winter. The drop down blinds and two fireplaces ensure that this venue is perfect for breakfast or lunch all year round.
The Tasting Room restaurant has a reputation for laid back fun, with the emphasis on fresh and inventive food of an exceptionally high standard.
The chalkboard menu changes daily and always offers an interesting variety of options. Aside from the hot kitchen, there is also a fairly extensive mezze/tapas menu to pick and choose from. The kitchen uses local organic and free-range products wherever possible, as we believe that it is the quality of the ingredients which truly make a meal memorable.
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The Tasting Room (Stanford Hills Estate)
The Tasting Room is a wonderful breakfast and lunch venue, popular with locals and visitors alike.
A renovated original farm cottage is the setting for the charming tasting and bar area, with views over a dam to the Stanford valley beyond. The large outside seating area is covered and thus protected from the elements during winter. The drop down blinds and two fireplaces ensure that this venue is perfect for breakfast or lunch all year round.
The Tasting Room restaurant has a reputation for laid back fun, with the emphasis on fresh and inventive food of an exceptionally high standard.
The chalkboard menu changes daily and always offers an interesting variety of options. Aside from the hot kitchen, there is also a fairly extensive mezze/tapas menu to pick and choose from. The kitchen uses local organic and free-range products wherever possible, as we believe that it is the quality of the ingredients which truly make a meal memorable.
One of the first buildings in the area it dates back to before the 1900's. After years of neglect the building has been lovingly restored and converted into a restaurant and bar. With a contemporary feel of where the old meets the new with original Oregon floors and exposed timber beams coupled with two cosy fire areas.
The feeling of space is apparent, folding doors allow the outside world in with west facing scenic views of the mountains from the outside deck and beautiful sunsets on a summers evening make it the perfect place for afternoon sundowners and relaxed dinners.
Comprising of several dining areas and a lounge bar within the main building, Lizette's lends itself as a great location for events, private functions and family parties.
With onsite parking facilities, enclosed outside seating and kiddies play area, coupled with a 150m stoep and decking area you can enjoy the venue anytime of year come sunny days under the shade of the trees in the garden or those cold winter days sat by the fire.
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Lizettes Kitchen Bar & Restaurant
One of the first buildings in the area it dates back to before the 1900's. After years of neglect the building has been lovingly restored and converted into a restaurant and bar. With a contemporary feel of where the old meets the new with original Oregon floors and exposed timber beams coupled with two cosy fire areas.
The feeling of space is apparent, folding doors allow the outside world in with west facing scenic views of the mountains from the outside deck and beautiful sunsets on a summers evening make it the perfect place for afternoon sundowners and relaxed dinners.
Comprising of several dining areas and a lounge bar within the main building, Lizette's lends itself as a great location for events, private functions and family parties.
With onsite parking facilities, enclosed outside seating and kiddies play area, coupled with a 150m stoep and decking area you can enjoy the venue anytime of year come sunny days under the shade of the trees in the garden or those cold winter days sat by the fire.
The Milkwood Restaurant
1 Atlantic DrJust Pure
Corner Marine DrNight Life
With close to 100 wines available to taste, savour and enjoy by the glass, by the bottle or simply in a tasting flight of six, wine from our region has never been easier to appreciate. We pride ourselves in representing a wonderful selection of wines from Botriver, Hemel & Aarde, Stanford, Elim and Agulhas. Join us at our beautiful location in the heart of the old town of Hermanus to enjoy a wide range of regional award-winning wines, bubbly and craft beers.
Scrumptious plates of food are served from our kitchen where our chef has been inspired by local cuisine to take you on a gastronomic journey. Come and join us and try something a little different. We aim to give you a real taste of the area.
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The Wine Glass Restaurant
2 Harbour RdWith close to 100 wines available to taste, savour and enjoy by the glass, by the bottle or simply in a tasting flight of six, wine from our region has never been easier to appreciate. We pride ourselves in representing a wonderful selection of wines from Botriver, Hemel & Aarde, Stanford, Elim and Agulhas. Join us at our beautiful location in the heart of the old town of Hermanus to enjoy a wide range of regional award-winning wines, bubbly and craft beers.
Scrumptious plates of food are served from our kitchen where our chef has been inspired by local cuisine to take you on a gastronomic journey. Come and join us and try something a little different. We aim to give you a real taste of the area.
The Gecko is the ultimate restaurant / bar where you can enjoy the most amazing wood-fired pizzas, sushi and other specialities while sitting beside the log fire or admiring the view over Walker Bay. Join us for sundowners, drinks, lunch, dinner, or a good fun night out with live music on Friday nights.
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The Gecko Bar & Restaurant
The Gecko is the ultimate restaurant / bar where you can enjoy the most amazing wood-fired pizzas, sushi and other specialities while sitting beside the log fire or admiring the view over Walker Bay. Join us for sundowners, drinks, lunch, dinner, or a good fun night out with live music on Friday nights.
Soul Cafe
181 Main RdOoutdoor
Playa Grotto (Bandera Azul)
Grotto StreetDavies pool
34 Krige StFood Market
Hermanus Country Market
Jose Burman Drive