Seeing whales in the wild ranks among the most sought-after wildlife experiences. Scanning the ocean’s surface for the tell-tale blow or the curve of a dorsal fin is an experience filled with anticipation – one that can quickly get addictive! These gentle giants of the ocean hold a special place in our imagination, and to watch them in the wild is both humbling and unforgettable.
Our dedicated small-group whale-watching tours offer superb opportunities for close encounters in some of the world’s richest marine environments, from Indonesia and the Solomon Islands to Baja California and Monterey. All our whale-watching tours are guided by experienced naturalists, adept at finding these enigmatic marine mammals and sharing their expert insight along the way.
Featured Whale Watching Tours
Our whale-watching specialist recommends
"The crème de la crème of whale watching has to be Baja California, where Grey Whales and Humpback Whales are the highlight, however other destinations shouldn't be overlooked. For the best whale-watching in Europe, the Azores is pretty hard to beat. Here, there are Sperm Whales all year round (best seen in August on our Whales and Dolphins of the Azores tour) and, in spring, Blue, Fin and Sei Whales pass through on their annual migration (we offer two tours, one on the island of Pico and one on São Miguel). Our tour to Iceland also offers good whale-watching for Humpback Whales and Orca. If you'd prefer a more far-flung and tropical adventure in search of less-known whales, then head to the Solomon Islands for Bryde's Whale and Omura's Whale (plus hundreds of dolphins!)."
