Heart of Abalone (Pty) Ltd

4 Claire Smuts - 9 months ago

It was a really fun family outing. Be sure to book ahead of time to ensure you get a spot, and follow their instructions (warm clothing and bring socks for the gumboots). Get there early because there's quite a bit to look at inside and then you can grab a nice seat in front for the demonstration.

Suggestions for improvement: the tour guides could have been slightly better informed, since they weren't able to answer all of the group's questions (perhaps keep notes of recurring questions?) It would also have been nice to see the canning facilities as well as learn something about the growth of actual pearls.

4 Annali Kriek - 5 months ago

This was an amazing, informative and cullinary experience which we did not expect (4.7????). Our guide, Kurt, was very knowledgeable on the subject of abalone, Hermanus and the history of fishing in the area, and he made it a memorable tour. It was only sad that we were only 2 people on his guided tour that day. You have to walk a short distance but the terrain is easy and you are provided with gumboots. For an additional amount you can do a tasting. We certainly enjoyed it. An email which you receive after booking online provides all the nitty gritty re. directions to the venue, socks with the boots required, etc. Read your email. Thank you Kurt and HOA, we truly enjoyed our outing.

5 Charlotte - 3 months ago

Our recent tour of 'Heart of Abalone' with wonderful attentive guide Kurt held many surprises. The safety measures were impressive. We learned the history of this farm and were astounded by the sheer magnitude and scope of the operation. The impact of Eskom power outages and diesel costs for the generators make us fear for those thousands of amazing mollusks that depend on the sea water, oxygen supply, kelp and more. We are spreading the word to friends and family and intend to return. Thank you for a great experience!

5 Christo Uys - 4 months ago

Amazing experience, love the walking tour, and the tasting at the end. Definitely a must do in Hermanus.

4 Anna Reyneke - 4 years ago

I knew nothing about Abalone before I came to this farm and was genuinely impressed. Just wanted to do the tasting which we missed out on. However, this is an incredible experience.

5 Rachel West - 4 years ago

Lovely, informative tour with exceptionally friendly guides. Not really suitable for small children, but very interesting for those old enough to understand.

4 Koos Lombard - 6 years ago

What an experience! We indeed found the tour informative and eye-opening as well as relaxed and somewhat serene. We wish you the very best with all your future endeavors. Regards, Koos u0026 Lynette Lombard, Paarl, South Africa.