The annual Hermanus Whale Festival is a celebration of the return of the southern right whales to the coastal waters of Hermanus in South Africa. The Hermanus Whale Festival is the only ECO-MARINE Festival in the World!

The festival and it’s activities is growing each year.  There’s a spectacular street parade, vibrant markets showcasing and selling the work of local artisans, great food, educational marine displays, lots of children’s entertainment, live music, and – of course – the best whale-watching experience in the world!!

Check out the full programme here: https://hermanuswhalefestival.co.za/events/

• Environmental & Conservation is the main focus of the Interactive Eco-Marine Village with tents: where the next generation and their parents can Explore, Discover, Learn, and Protect nature. 
• The large eco-marine tent will house the foundations and institutions that provides the heart of environmental conservation and research in our areas.
• Marine & Nature Talks on Saturday and Sunday in. the big Eco-Marine tent
• Treasure hunt in the Eco-Marine Tent for the kiddies on Saturday and Sunday (12 pm-2pm)
• Heart FM broadcast live for the 3 days
• GPS Treasure hunt on Sunday for kids 13+
• Kiddies Entertainment on Market Square
• The popular Street Parade on Saturday Morning including the Vintage | Classic cars, Hawston cadettes and brass band.
• Great Food
• 3 Day Music marquee on Gearings point with a BEER FEST on Saturday
• 10km & 5km Fun Run Saturday Morning
• Whales and Wheels Classic Car Show in Sandbaai
• Strongman Competition on Sunday Morning – WP Challenge
• Crafters on Market Square. Great food at the festival as well as restaurants in Hermanus