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Snorkel with Humpback Whales

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In the warm waters off the coast of the Dominican Republic, the world’s largest concentration of humpback whales gathers on the Silver Bank to mate and calve. During this peak breeding season, you’ll have the rare opportunity to observe extraordinary whale behavior both in and out of the water. Watch from the tenders as powerful males vie for the coveted “escort” role in thrilling heat runs and slip into the water to witness playful calves trailing their mothers, learning to nurse, socialize, and explore, all while listening for the sounds of distant whale songs. With favorable weather—common this time of year—you’ll capture stunning close-up photos of breaching, flipper-slapping, and other dramatic surface displays. Revel in the soft in-water encounters where you might even find yourself eye-to-eye with these gentle giants. There’s nothing quite like sharing the water with these magnificent creatures!

HIGHLIGHTS

• Experience five total days of whale interaction, a half-day longer than other trips.
• Delight in unforgettable close encounters with humpback whales, including mother-and-calf pairs.
• Photograph various whale behaviors above and below the surface and learn how to interpret them from our expert leader and crew.
• Listen for the melodic sounds of distant whale songs.

Itinerary Updated: September 2024