As of today, in season, building toward peak (~August 1). Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each austral winter and spring southern right whales (Eubalaena australis) migrate from Antarctic feeding grounds into Walker Bay (Hermanus/Gansbaai) to calve, nurse and mate.
The season runs through the cooler months when shallow, sheltered waters provide a nursery; peak whale numbers and mating activity typically occur in late winter to spring.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Hermanus Cliff Path (central / Old Harbour viewing) |
| Hermanus New Harbour / Boat-operator check-in (Hermanus Whale Watchers / Southern Right Charters) |
| + 2 more spots, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.