The Cape has become an international attraction for tourists around world. The coastline becomes home to hundreds of Southern Right Whales migrating to warmer waters to mate, calve and rear their young. Usually found in freezing Arctic waters they migrate north reaching the Cape by June.
These colossal, majestic animals can be seen off the shores of many towns and cities along the coast. Travellers come from all over the country and even oversees to witness the great power and elegance of these animals. Cape Country Routes has accredited places of accommodation that are perfect for a whale watching getaway.
Cape Agulhas has superb opportunities to whale watch. Agulhas Country Lodge is a unique location to spend your whale watching getaway. Nestled on the southern most tip of Africa, this limestone lodge provides superior accommodation with friendly service and no shortage of natural beauty surrounding you. Spend your evening sipping choice Cape wines straight from the farms whilst watching the sun set over the ocean. This is the perfect opportunity to catch a glimpse of the majestic whales and their calves just off the coast. The lodge welcomes children and all rooms have sea views.
De Hoop Collection is a holiday centred in a nature conservation area. There is no limit to the awe-inspiring beauty that lies waiting for you to relax and enjoy the peace it offers. De Hoop Collection accommodation provides a getaway where you can enjoy the rich, unspoiled coast line of the Eden route in the Overberg region. Southern Right Whales can commonly be seen breaching right off the coast line making land based whale watching a pleasure. Mother whales use these waters to teach their young characteristic behaviour like flipper slapping, lobtailing and cavorting. A beautiful site for anyone to see.
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