Whale watching and other activities along the Garden Route.
The Garden Route, located in the Western Cape of South Africa, is a magnificent stretch of coastline for whale watching that hosts southern right whales between June and November. Then humpbacks between May and December, Bryde’s whales (Orcas) all year round, and occasionally killer whales.
Although the Garden Route does not have land-based whale watching in quite the same way as Hermanus, Witsand, and De Hoop, whales are still very much in evidence in the more secluded bays particularly around Mossel Bay, Wilderness, Sedgefield, and Plettenberg Bay.
If you’re interested in whale watching, there are various operators that offer boat-based whale watching trips in the Garden Route area 23. Overnight stays are also available in the Garden Route area.
The best time to see whales in the Garden Route is between June and November when southern right whales are present 1. The peak of the whale watching season is in September.
There are many other activities to do in the Garden Route besides whale watching.
Here are some of the top-rated activities in the area according to TripAdvisor :1. Knysna Elephant Park: A nature and wildlife area where you can get up close and personal with elephants.
2. Robberg Nature Reserve: A nature and wildlife area with stunning views of sand dunes and beaches.
3. The Cango Caves: A cavern and cave system that offers guided tours.
4. Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Centre: A nature and wildlife area that offers guided tours and a chance to see wild cats.
5. Knysna Heads: A geologic formation with breathtaking views of the Garden Route.
In addition to these, there are many other activities such as eco-tours, self-guided treks and hikes, whale-watching tours, bungee jumping, rock climbing, and more.
Top 10 adventure activities on the Garden Route (getaway.co.za)
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Garden Route – 2023 (with Photos) – Tripadvisor