Our Namaqualand Heritage - Namaqua Food Flavour

Life in Namaqualand during the early years of the nineteenth century left the white farmers no time at all for planting crops or erecting permanent homes.Life in Namaqualand during the early years of the nineteenth century left the white farmers no time at all for planting crops or erecting permanent homes.

In this semi-desert area, isolated and often stricken by droughts, the Namaqualand family learnt to be thrifty and to utilize natures’ reluctant offerings to the full (or – the families of Namaqualand learnt both to live frugally and to utilize and enjoy the somewhat meagre offerings of nature).

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For Surfers... Tidal tables for Hermanus, including sunrise and sunset times from 10 - 19 Nov 2017

Hermanus Tide table: 10 - 19 Nov 2017)
Tidal prediction (tables and graphs) for Hermanus, including sunrise and sunset times

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Visit Hermanus this summer and stay at Lavender Manor Guest Lodge

Lavender Manor Guest Lodge is a luxury guest house in Hermanus and an owner managed , the heart of the picturesque Cape Whale Coast near Cape Town. Hermanus accommodation at its finest, Lavender Manor offers stunning sea view accommodation and warm, relaxed hospitality that you can afford.

Spectacular Sea Views and Whale Watching at Grotto Beach

This guest house Overlooking famous Blue Flag Grotto Beach and the whale sanctuary of Walker Bay, you are within two minutes walk of the various magnificent beaches in the area as well as the famous scenic cliff path. Relax in the cosy pool area, enjoy a refreshing drink at the fully licensed sea view pub, and watch the magical whales and the incredible sunsets over the Atlantic ocean from the upstairs patios and sundowner decks. An affordable, 4 star luxury guest house at its best.

What is the Dam levels in the Western Cape on 16 October 2017

In 2017 The average water level of dams across the Western Cape is 35.2%‚ a significant drop from the levels measured last year.

Capacity of the major dams of the Western Cape Water Supply System is 99.6% and that of the minor dams 0.4% of the combined capacity of the major and minor dams. Kindly note that all the Major Dams show gross capacity

CLICK TO get a list of all the Western Cape Dam levels

Where did all the african penguins go?

We have lost 99% of our African Penguin population through no fault of their own.

We all know that Africa is not for “sissies” and the African Penguin is a perfect example of African tenaciousness.  The story of the African penguin is not a good story to tell. This iconic bird is on the brink of extinction. 

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Minister’s quick action on shark-cage diving, whale watching

Boat-based whale watching and White shark cage-diving activities will continue as usual after a decision to extend for a year the current permits, which were due to expire shortly. The development follows engagement between Minister of Tourism Derek Hanekom and the Department of Environmental Affairs after he apparently read about the issue on Tourism Update.

The industry recently expressed concern that the department had not put in place an application process for new permit allocations.

Evelyn Peper, Chairperson of the South African Boat Based Whale Watching Association, told Tourism Update that the action from the Minister ensured that operators would be permitted and able to carry out their activities. She added that he was alerted to the situation after he read Tourism Update and that he took action immediately.
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Latest News and blogs from the seaside town, Hermanus

Dolphin Escapes Captivity, 

Finds Her Family In The Wild And Has A Baby

This is a tale of survival and hope against all odds.A formerly captive dolphin named Sampal has given birth to a healthy calf after finding her own way back to her family and freedom in the open ocean.  read more

The truth about Mother's Day

TODAY WE TAKE BACK MOTHER’S DAY BY MOTHERING THE MOTHERLESS. There is no such thing as other people's children.  read more

Researchers use Drones to fly through Whale spouts to study the breath of Whales.

Though a whale’s spout looks like a stream of water, that’s actually water vapor from the warm breath being expelled from the whale’s lungs. read more

My 10 Reasons to visit Hermanus this winter!

More than 10 reasons to love winter in Hermanus. Ten Fantastic things to do in Hermanus in Winter. read more