Whales Ho: Dominican Republic (trip)

Whales Ho: Dominican Republic

  • Dominican Republic
  • Active & Adventure
Dominican Republic

from $4,845* per person10 DaysFebruary
Luxury accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: Adventure Canada 17 people max
To be in the presence of whales is one of life's great thrills - to join them in the sea and swim with them is a peak-life experience - it's pure magic. You will have the privilege of snorkeling with Humpback whales and newborn calves in the warm waters of the Caribbean off the coast of the Dominican Republic. This nine-day journey explores some of the more remote landscapes of the Dominican Republic: the Samana Peninsula and the Silver Banks Whale Sanctuary.

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Itinerary

Our trip begins with a four-day land-based program which includes visits to coastal villages, snorkeling or optional scuba diving explorations, day kayaking in Hastises National park, some beautiful beach walking and delicious local seafood. This is followed by a five-day ocean experience off the north coast of the Dominican Republic in a unique humpback whale sanctuary.

Here, you'll observe a variety of fascinating whale behaviors including breeching, spy-hopping, tail lobbing and, if we have the right Karma, underwater courtship dances!

We will spend five days in the sanctuary aboard the beautiful Sun Dancer with sumptuous meals and air-conditioned rooms. We will spend each day out on the ocean observing or snorkeling with the whales - weather permitting. You can of course choose to stay on the vessel and read or pursue your own leisure interests.

Your leader, Mike Beedell, will be available for photographic coaching for those who wish to improve their skills and whale experts will share their knowledge during the day while we explore the sanctuary in our tenders. We will spend time with different whale groups and mother/calf pairs. Daily snorkelling with the whales is included, and you should bring your own snorkel gear. You can also observe the whales from the tenders if you decide to not get in the water.

Join Mike Beedell on this unique adventure for an exclusive opportunity to explore the hidden treasures of the Dominican Republic and swim with the majestic humpbacks.

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