Eco-Marine Village – Friday

Eco-Marine Tent: The Heartbeat of the Hermanus Whale Festival

Friday | Location: Hermanus Waterfront (Grass Area)

Kick off your Hermanus Whale Festival experience with a visit to the Eco-Marine Tent, the true heartbeat of the event! This vibrant space has grown into the festival’s biggest attraction — a must-visit for children, adults, and anyone passionate about preserving our ocean wildlife.

Designed to be both informative and entertaining, the Eco-Marine Tent offers a wide range of eco- and marine-related exhibitions. Visitors are inspired through colourful, interactive displays, and eduction activities.

From whales to dolphins, sharks to starfish, the Eco-Marine Tent celebrates the incredible biodiversity of our oceans, reminding us how vital they are to our very existence — providing the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat.

🌟 Friday Highlights:

• Interactive, Child-Friendly Eco-Marine Exhibitions
  Hands-on displays and activities perfect for sparking young imaginations!

• Face Painting
  Let your little ones transform into sea creatures, pirates, or mermaids!

• Kids’ Activities
  Fun games and creative eco-themed activities to keep the young (and young at heart) entertained.

The Eco-Marine Tent is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, offering plenty of time for learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Start your Whale Festival weekend with a splash — visit the Eco-Marine Tent and experience the magic of our oceans up close!

🐋 More Fun at the Hermanus Whale Festival:

While the marine giants dazzle offshore, there’s no shortage of action on land! Visitors can enjoy top-notch entertainment, mouth-watering eats, quality crafts, and family-friendly activities — all in the beautiful seaside setting of Hermanus.