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Although at least 7 species of whales and dolphins can be found in the seas off South Africa, the most common encounters are with Southern Right, Humpback and Bryde's whales. the Southern Right whale can easily be recognised by the distinctive callosities or 'rock gardens' on its head. Often they frolic in the surf, only metres from the sandy beaches and rocky outcrops of the Cape- sometimes so close to shore that their spray drenches the watchers!
Plettenberg Bay is one of the best places for whalewatching boat trips, with up to seven species being seen in one day. Common sightings are the Southern Right and the Humpback whales with calves in season(August to December). Brydes whales and Orcas are also seen more frequently.
South Africas whale season runs from June to December, when the females give birth, staying close to shore, suing shallow waters as a nursery.
The whales' smaller cousins, the dolphins, can be seen all year round.
Whale Tour
Cape Town and Surrounds
Private Tour includes:
- Hermanus, best land based whale watching in the world.
- False Bay coastal drive (endless beaches and sea views.)
- Vergelegen Estate famous for its Cape Dutch Manor house, rose and herb gardens and the oldest Camphor trees in South Africa.
- Beautiful Mountain passes
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