Birkenhead House - Sydafrika
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From May to December the Southern Right whale (Eubalaena australis) graces Walker Bay with its massive presence. The whales spend the balance of the year in the Antarctic feeding. August is the height of the birthing season. Many calves, that are literally a couple of hours old, with their very protective mothers, are seen from the wonderful vantage points at Birkenhead House. These magnificent mammals are called the "right" whale because they were commercially viable to hunt
Looking out from the terrace, the beach on the left is Voëlklip, (translated from Afrikaans means bird stone). This beach lends itself to great bathing. We are always willing to pack a picnic basket to accompany you with a couple of beach bats and balls if you are feeling energetic! The currents can get strong so do watch your positioning in relation to other bathers.
Nestled in a narrow coastal plain between the mountains and the ocean, Hermanus offers walkers several options, all of which feature spectacular views of the coastline or the beautiful fynbos-covered mountains. Fernkloof Nature Reserve boasts unrivalled birds-eye views of Walker Bay for those with high energy levels. Over 1100 different plant species have been collected and identified within the reserve, an area of only 15 square kilometers. It compares well with the UK's total number of 1500 species! This makes part of the 6 floral kingdoms it encompasses. For a more sedate walk, the relatively flat cliff paths that trace the coastline of Hermanus from one end to the other afford enjoyment of rugged scenery and some excellent whale watching.
