Walk A Bay
Bookings are open for 2025 and 2026
Adventure and bucket-list experiences await
Walk on the beach and along coastal path to experience the world’s best land-based whale watching . Venture out to sea with marine experts, relax in beautiful accommodation, enjoy great food, soak up the atmosphere of an ancient sea cavern, inhabited by middle stone-age people 70,000 years ago – and choose from a range of other activities to create a Marine extravaganza while you Walk-A-Bay in Walker Bay!
There is incredible marine life along the Cape Whale Coast, all year round.
Bryde whales, super groups of dolphins, great white sharks, oviparous sharks, Cape fur seals, African penguins and even orcas grace these beautiful waters, and the well-known Southern Right Whales (June to November only).
With our in-depth knowledge of logistics and the area, we guarantee an unforgettable journey when you ‘Walk-A-Bay’, ensuring that every step is a cherished memory.
It is much easier if airport transfers, additional accommodation in Hermanus either side of your walk and extra activities are booked and arranged by our team. This allows us to manage them before you arrive and while you are out, so you don’t have to worry about a thing.This
Overview
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Departs: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Accommodation: Shared accommodation is included. You can upgrade to: Private, Luxury or Prestige.
Minimum booking number: Are you a solo traveller? No problem! We have hosted many tours with solo travellers and you are welcome to book for one.
Group size: A minimum group size of 6 and a maximum of 12. Larger groups welcome upon request.
What if the minimum is not reached? We will transfer your booking to a date suitable to you, or refund you.
Travelling from out of town? No problem. We help with airport transfers and additional transport or accommodation.
ANY QUESTIONS? Simply email: info@wildwellness.co.za, or WhatsApp Leanne on 083 293 7208 and our team will help you.
The Basics
6 days / 5 nights / Moderate / 70km / 42 miles
When: All year around
Start day: You choose!
Accommodation: 4 Star Private en-suite.
Minimum booking number: There is no minimum number. We have hosted many tours with solo travellers and you are welcome to book for one, two. four or more!
(Bookings between 10 December and 10 January carry a peak season rate of plus 60%
Our adventure takes you between two harbours that are the end points of Walker Bay, a protected marine sanctuary and Hope Spot. There is an exciting variety of activities we include in Hermanus, De Kelders and Gansbaai. Hermanus has recently been ranked #18 as one of the most loved destinations around the world!
You will learn about the Marine Big 5, go out to sea, explore historic caves, walk the famous paths, a pristine beach, explore the seaside village shops, restaurants and art galleries – all while breathing in the champagne air!
Detailed itinerary
35 KM
Please note: The order of the days below may change, according to weather and sea conditions.
Day 1: Day of Arrival
Your transport departs from Hermanus at 14h00 taking you to your luxury accommodation boasting a scenic view over Walker Bay.
A briefing with the team on what to expect the next three days, and orinetation walk and a welcome dinner
Day 2:
Visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary and gain a glimpse into these threatened species. Humankind has reduced the African Penguin population from 1,000,000 breeding pairs to just 15,000 in the last 100 years!
If lighthouses are your thing, there are three to choose from! Did you know that every lighthouse emits a distinctive series of flashes known as its ‘characteristic’ These flash sequences allow ship captains to time intervals between flashes so that they can identify lighthouses, using a publication called the Light List.
There are beautiful fynbos trails, maritime museums, ancient fish traps and tidal pools that we also visit, based on your preferences.
Day 3:
After breakfast we depart your accommodation for a beautiful meander through an ancient Milkwood forest and a walk along the famous Hermanus cliff path.
Or, perhaps you’d like to visit a few wine farms, climb one of the mountains behind Hermanus, or go out on a sea kayak looking for more marine life.
We will curate the ultimate experience and holiday to suit your desires. We truly believe in being flexible and we share our knowledge and understanding of the area with you, so that you get to do what is best for you and your group.
Day 2: (12 km)
After breakfast we transport you to the start of your beach walk. A picnic lunch at Sopiesklip, a place where the local fishermen hid their ‘Sopie’ between expeditions. The beach is pristine, remote and has the most incredible rock formations. Our team will meet you at the end and take you to your next accommodation for sundowners and dinner.
Day 3: (4 km)
Today is a sea day and includes a boat trip with a marine biologist, learning about, and possibly seeing the Marine Big 5! You will then visit a penguin sanctuary and a world famous light house. Back home to relax, sundowners and dinner.
Day 4: (11 km)
After breakfast, head along an incredible coastal path along the eastern side of Walker Bay, overlooking the azure ocean. On a clear day you can also see Cape Hangklip in the distance – which is the starting point of our full Camino, and ending point of our Kogelberg Nature Trail. This path is the best land-based whale watching in South Africa. Lunch, followed by a walk down to the world famous Klipgat Cave. This is an incredible archaeological site with spectacular limestone rock formations around the entrance, and breathtaking views over Walker Bay. In 1960, it was discovered that Middle Stone age man had been there 70 000- 80 000 years ago, and many of the tools are now on display in the Cape Town Museum.
Day 5: Departure Day (4 km)
Breakfast and check out by 09h00. Back to Hermanus for a short walk in the mountains . The tour will end around 13h00 . You may want to go for lunch in Hermanus, visit a spa, wine farm or partake in an activity. We can help you book these, and transport you there and back.
Please let us know if you need help with an airport transfer, or additional accommodation in Hermanus
Price
R19 900.00 per person sharing for 4-8 people.
If you are less than 4 or more than 8, we will quote you accordingly.
What is included
- All permits, park fees, entrance fees and conservation fees.
- Guides and marine experts. An educational life-changing experience.
- Land based visits to the Whale Museum, the Shark Conservancy, the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary, Lighthouses, the Maritime Museum, and a traditional Cape fishing village.
- Walks on coastal paths, beaches and cliff paths.
- Sea based activities such a boat trip out to sea to discover Dyer Island or Shark Cave diving. A kayak trip out of Old Harbour, Hermanus.
- Back up bad weather activities (or if you dont have good sea legs): A walk through an Ancient Milkwood Forest, A trip to explore the Southern Tip of Africa and lunch on a winefarm.
- Private en-suite accommodation in one location.
- All transport for the duration of the tour.
- All meals including a fabulous welcome celebration and farewell dinner, with all dietary requirements catered for.
- Diemersfontein wines, non-alcoholic wines, standard and non-alcoholic beers and ciders, waters and cool drinks.
- A comprehensive packing list and first aid kits.
What is excluded
- Any items of a personal nature.
- Any transport, food or beverage not listed above.
- Emergency evacuations and related costs.
Op tional ex tr as
- Transport between Cape Town International airport and Hermanus.
- Additional accommodation before or after the walk in Hermanus or Cape Town.
- Gear rentals: Daypacks (R200) Trekking poles (R200 per set).
Fi tness
You have to be able to be on your feet for at least 6 hours a day, and walking fit.
Quite simply, the fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your time.
Payment Terms
- A R3000.00 deposit secures your place and is payable within one week of making your booking. The balance is payable in full, two months prior to your start date.
- For bookings made within the month before your start date, the full amount will be due upon booking.
What if you have to cancel?
- More than two months prior to your start date: We will refund you your full deposit.
- Less than two months prior to your start date: Our team will try their best to resell your place, and encourage you to try and resell it too. Once your place has been confirmed and secured under a new name, we will transfer your booking and refund you. In the event that no one can find a replacement for your booking, all monies paid to date, are unfortunately then non refundable due to the logistics of the booking.
What if our team has to cancel?
- We reserve the right to cancel or postpone a hike if the minimum number is not reached. In the event that this happens, we will transfer your booking to a suitable date for you, or refund you.
- In the event that we have to cancel the hike for any other reason whatsoever, a full refund will be issued on any monies that you have paid to date refund you.
- In the event that we have to cancel the walk a full refund will be issued on any monies that you have paid to date, with the exception of:
- Extreme weather that prevents safe walking.
- Government imposed travel restrictions.
Indemnity
Intellectual property
Any questions?
Email: info@wildwellness.co.za
Call / WhatsApp: Leanne +27 (0)83 293 7208