Why Watch Whales From the Air?

A helicopter gives you a broader view of the ocean and coastline than is possible from the shore.

From above, the scale of Walker Bay, the cliffs around De Kelders and the coastline surrounding Gansbaai becomes immediately apparent. When whales are present, the aerial perspective can make it easier to appreciate their movement through the water and the environment they return to each season.

Every flight is different and wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed, but the journey itself offers spectacular views of one of the Western Cape’s most dramatic coastal regions.

Hermanus and Walker Bay

Hermanus is one of South Africa’s best-known whale-watching destinations.

Southern Right whales generally visit the Cape Whale Coast between June and November, with the number of whales present varying throughout the season.

From the air, Walker Bay unfolds beneath you, giving you a sense of the mountains, coastal cliffs, beaches and open ocean that make the region so distinctive.

Gansbaai and De Kelders

Further along the coast, Gansbaai and De Kelders are also well known for seasonal whale activity.

The rugged coastline, open water and dramatic cliffs create a particularly striking route by helicopter, whether whales are immediately visible or not.

A Seasonal Western Cape Experience

Whale-watching flights are naturally influenced by weather, visibility, wildlife activity and operational conditions.

For this reason, it is worth speaking to the Moya Aviation team before planning your experience. They can advise on current conditions, suitable routes and the best options based on your preferred date.

Experience the Cape Whale Coast From Above

Whale season is one of the Western Cape’s great natural events.

Seeing the region from a helicopter brings together the wildlife, coastline and scale of the landscape in a way few other experiences can.

Contact Moya Aviation to enquire about seasonal whale-watching helicopter charters in the Western Cape.