| Each year from the month of July to the end of December, gentle giants of the deep glide into the bay, allowing us to marvel at their magnitude, as Walker Bay is the breeding ground of the Southern Right Whale, returning each year to meet with the same mate, to produce, and then 3 years later, spawn the off-spring of their labour.
Each whale is heralded on arrival by the Whale Criers horn in Hermanus - the only one in the world. The whales often sleep or laze the day away almost within touching distance while the more energetic entertain the crowds launching their huge bodies out of the water to come crashing down in massive displays of strength. Throngs of local and international visitors flock to the region to bear witness, often taking part in the annual festivals and a kaleidoscope of culture and colour.
Shark cage diving or viewing from boats is available throughout the year with especially good sightings during our winter. Boats leave from Kleinbaai about 40mins drive from On the Cliff Guest House.
The beaches in Hermanus, South Africa, are sandy paradises of sun and sea offering swimming, surfing, sun bathing, horse riding and walks.
The Village of Hermanus, Western Cape Province, has many restaurants available offering delicious food complemented by fine local wines. Golf in the town of Hermanus is popular and there are several local courses available including the world class Arabella golf course which is home to the Nelson Mandela Challenge and the Hermanus Golf Course.
There is also a health spa nearby in Hermanus or guests can even indulge in a massage and/or reflexology with highly qualified masseurs in the comfort of their own rooms at the guest house. The On The Cliffs Guest House also offers a sauna and gym on site if required.
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