Set out from Cape Town via Strand’s lovely coastline, through the seaside resort of Gordon’s Bay – past Bikini Beach – and then up onto the spectacular Clarence Drive scenic coastal route to Hermanus, affording many opportunities for whale spotting along the way. In season, our fynbos is a mass of colour, but the views are glorious in any season. Along the way we view fishing hamlets and quaint shops en route to Walker Bay, the beautiful and best land-based whale viewing destination in the world, with plenty of time for an exploration of the interesting town with whale crier and its unusual shopping opportunities if you wish. A mouth watering sea food lunch or other al fresco mouth-watering fare overlooking Walker Bay while watching the whales literally a stone’s throw away will be an unforgettable experience and a treasured memory forever. A boat trip is an option - or a visit to the Harold Porter Botanical Garden – the choice is yours!
On our return journey to Cape Town, we indulge in some wine tasting on the way, travelling over two mountain passes – one of dramatic and unusual rock formations and then Sir Lowry Pass with its magnificent view of False Bay and Table Mountain.
Lunch with a difference
Bientang's Cave Sea World
Winner of the International Tourism Award for 2004, this Seafood restaurant is situated on the shores of Walker Bay in an historical cave named after the last known Khoi Khoi “strandloper” to have lived there at the end of the 19th century.
The restaurant spills out onto a wooden deck and down onto the rocks below. There is an oyster bar on the rocks where one may delight in fresh oysters and fine wine while watching whales frolicking a stones throw away in the world's best land based whale watchers venue. The seafood menu is extensive. Truly a one of a kind experience.