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Whale Watching off La Gomera: Dolphins Island
19 Dec Whaletrip: La Gomera – Black beaches, ancient rainforests and an incredible biodiversity: two weeks in La Gomera.
Black beaches, ancient rainforests and an incredible biodiversity: two weeks in La Gomera.
Ancient rainforests and an incredible biodiversity: two weeks in La Gomera.
Every now and then I heard this ‘suggestion’ from others, too, often packed as a question: »Why don’t you write anything about dolphins? Don’t you like dolphins? Everybody likes dolphins!«
And of course, everybody loves dolphins. Me too. So we decided to do something on dolphins as soon as possible. The idea was to go to La Gomera for this purpose. When it comes to dolphins, La Gomera is one of the best, most beautiful and diverse places in the world.
La Gomera is a volcanic island and part of the Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago west of Africa. La Gomera is the second smallest of these islands, a cute little pile of lava with a diameter of only 25 kilometres. The Sahara is almost in sight.
Back in the days La Gomera was a hippie island, especially the valley of Valle Gran Rey. Those who wanted to get out and didn’t make it to California often ended up here. Today, however, there are eco-tourists instead.
La Gomera is like a mediterranean version of Iceland. There you always feel like you’ re on the moon. Everything is so different, strange, special – and totally spectacular. That’s how it is here, too. Only that La Gomera is rather a summery Mars: everything is red, dry and warm.
But it’s not just the landscape. La Gomera is a refuge for an enormous number of endemic species – animals and plants that can only be seen here and nowhere else in the world.
Measured by their size and in regard of whales and dolphins, the waters off La Gomera are among the most species-rich and diverse in the world.
In their almost complete isolation and over millions of years, they were able to develop completely differently from their relatives on the European or African mainland.
Also the waters off La Gomera are quite unique: In the course of time more than 20 different species of whales and dolphins have been spotted here. Measured by their size and in regard of whales and dolphins, the waters off La Gomera are among the most species-rich and diverse in the world.
And that’s exactly why we went there.
I can easily distinguish a sperm whale from a humpback, fin or blue whale. In total there are only ten to twelve different big whales, and most of the time you can easily tell them apart even by their name: A blue whale is blue, a fin whale has a big fin, a humpback whale has a hump and a sperm whale is, well, a bit unshapely.
This is a lot trickier with dolphins. There are sea dolphins, coastal dolphins and river dolphins, and depending on how strictly you count, you can quickly find twenty, thirty, forty different species and subspecies, which in some cases differ from each other only in the smallest nuances.
That’s how it starts.
Then the names are often not very helpful: For example, we have Common Dolphins, Bottlenose Dolphins, Risso’s Dolphins, Hector’s Dolphins, Commerson’s Dolphins, Haviside’s Dolphins, Fraser’s Dolphins and so on and on and on. I don’t think that dolphin names are particularly self-explanatory.
In addition, with the big whales it’s also totally clear to me how to observe them. Usually it’s only a few of quite well distinguishable individuals just swimming around nice and easily.
Like an iceberg, you only see the smallest part and have to imagine the rest – that’s exciting and fascinating. And with their sheer force and size, whales also have a very soothing effect.
Dolphins, on the other hand, can be seen either in large, very large or very, very large numbers. Often there are ten to twenty, not rarely a hundred animals at a time. They are small, fast, agile, playful, excited and full of energy.
And unlike the big whales, they all look very similar, at least at first glance.
If you start to be interested in dolphins, it’s like discovering a new favorite band that has already released some thirty records.
So I made it a bit easy for myself on our tours: I sincerely looked out for sperm whales, blue whales, fin whales, humpback whales – and paid close attention to characteristics and behavior at every sighting.
And when a few dolphins came along in between, then for me it was just a few dolphins who came along in between. I was always happy about them, honestly, but our relationship was always a bit superficial. Until now.
If you suddenly start to take an interest in dolphins, it’s a bit like discovering a new super band, of which you only knew one super song at first – and which turns out to have released some thirty albums already, plus bootlegs, plus collectors editions. A huge back catalogue to listen to one after the other.
On the one hand absolutely great. But on the other hand: quite a task. Glad that we were in the very best hands in La Gomera.
Shortly before we started this website, Fabian Ritter answered a lot of our questions. Fabian is a marine biologist, member of the Whale & Dolphin Conservation (WDC) and co-founder of the association M.E.E.R., besides his research and lectures he writes great books about whales and whale watching – for example this one, from which I borrowed the title of this text.
Fabian spends a good part of the year on La Gomera. Here he studies the effects of whale watching on whales. Over the last twenty years, he has built one of the most comprehensive and complete whale watching databases in the world and a vast knowledge of the whales and dolphins off La Gomera.
His colleague Ulla lives here all year round. She also works for WDC – and in Valle Gran Rey also for the whale watching operator Oceano, who is dedicated to gentle whale watching.
The most important rule: Humans are the guests in the habitat of the whales; so the whales alone determine the form and intensity of the contact.
These are very simple, basic and yet far-reaching rules, which unfortunately are far from standard. It’s all about respect. In practice, this means, for example, that a whale that obviously feels disturbed by the boat should not be chased across half the ocean. Rather, you let it go and see what other surprises the sea has in store.
Fabian’s research has also contributed to a better understanding of the local species and their behavior: Whales and dolphins sometimes react very differently to whale watching boats. The better the captains know these behaviors, the better they can adapt to them.
It’s not just about a nice little fluke shot or a lovely day at sea. It’s about respect and real interest. And also about awareness.
Gentle whale watching also means that you are interested in a little more than just a nice fluke shot or a lovely day at sea.
It means that you get informed about the issues of these animals, about their habitat and its conservation. In practice, for example, this could mean stopping again and again just to fish some garbage out of the sea.
At Oceano there is a pretty good permanent multi-lingual exhibition of MEER e.V., called ‘Dolphins and Whales off La Gomera – Biodiversity in a changing World’. It’s about the island, the most common species and how to protect them, not only while being on the island, but also back at home. Every week, Ulla gives a very informative lecture about this.
We have never seen such a close and successful combination of research, public relations and whale watching on our tours before. Each side is committed to the other and mutually benefits from the other. And everybody wins. Maybe there should be some more projects like this one on La Gomera.
Every other day we went out to sea in a beautiful small fishing boat made of red and blue wood.
No day was like the other, everyone was special. And never before we have experienced such enthusiastic guides as here.
From a scientific point of view this is of course complete nonsense, but as an amateur opinion it’s hopefully okay to say that Pilot Whales are a pretty good mixture of Sperm Whales and Orcas.
Like Sperm Whales, Pilot Whales love deep waters where they hunt for squid. They can’t dive as deep as Sperm Whales, but they can dive much, much deeper than most other whales. Like Sperm Whales, they navigate through the complete darkness of the deep with the help of their built-in echolocation.
Like Orcas, Pilot Whales live in stable units led by the oldest and most experienced female. These matriarchal groups stay together for a lifetime, always under the leadership of the oldest female.
And similar to Orcas, there is hardly any other animal that would be dangerous for Pilot Whales.
They are even the only animals that Orcas would try to avoid.
Although Pilot Whales are much smaller than Orcas (only four to six meters), they are usually outnumbering the Orcas by far. And they seem to be far too loud and active – so, if you see Orcas and Pilot Whales together, it’s most likely the Orcas who will leave the scenery.
Pilot Whales are therefore quite interesting whales. However, the most exciting things happen in the depths. On the surface they are usually seen traveling slowly and resting for the next dives. Most of the time it looks like this:
We met Pilot Whales on each of our tours. They always had young ones with them, the nutritious (cold Canary current!) and calm (slipstream of the island!) waters off La Gomera seem to be excellent nurseries.
Before we have seen Pilot Whales only once: Up in the North of Norway, it was a magical night in the midnight sun, and our guide was quite thrilled and delighted.
Here on La Gomera we notice that Ulla and our other guides are honestly happy every time we meet the Pilot Whales – but our feeling is that their joy about a group of wild dolphins is always a little bigger. We’ll come back to that.
Usually in the mountains it’s like this: all green at the bottom, all sparse at the top. In La Gomera it’s the other way round: the higher you get, the greener it grows. Down at the coast it’s dry and hot, here you find palm trees, cacti, figs – plants that can live with little rain.
In the middle of the island, at an altitude of 1,500 meters, however, it is humid, cool and incredibly green. Right at the top of this remote little lava rock grows the largest remaining laurel forest in the world. A real fairytale forest.
La Gomera has a mild climate all year round: the Canary Current, a branch of the Gulf Stream, permanently brings enormous quantities of cool water from the north-east. This works like a fridge: despite its proximity to the Sahara and the Equator, it’s not hot here, but mild.
Also from the north-east, trade winds blow constantly – air that heats up strongly over the African mainland, rises quickly upwards, cools down there and forms thick clouds. Due to the rotation of the earth, these clouds are then pushed to the west.
In the middle of La Gomera, they meet on land at an altitude of 1,500 meters. And that pleases the local vegetation – very much!
Those who hike in the Garajonay can take a good look about 20,000 years into the past. Before the ice age, half the continent consisted of primeval forest.
The dense jungle on La Gomera is not a tropical or temperate rainforest – too cool, too little rain – but a humid subtropical forest.
Sometimes the forest is so foggy that you can’t see the next twenty meters.
It doesn’t rain often here. Instead, the forests have learned to draw their water directly from the fog – with the help of huge mosses and lichens that give the forest its mystical face. They work together and appear to be a huge sponge.
In spring and summer the forest draws more water from the air than it rains in autumn or winter. It’s even enough for the people, the groundwater is mostly stable all year round. On other islands of the Canaries, however, drinking water often has to be extracted from the sea through desalination plants.
If you want to know how things looked like in Europe a long, long time ago, you have to visit the messy, fairytale-like forests of the Garajonay. Half the continent consisted of primeval forest. Then came the ice age, La Gomera was spared. If you hike here, you will look a good 20,000 years into the past.
Besides the different dolphin species we also encountered a few Bryde’s Whales, but they weren’t that exciting in comparison. And yes, before this trip I would never have thought I would say something like this.
Earlier I have spoken about the big back catalogue of the new favorite band, which you have to listen through. After two weeks in La Gomera we now have the first four albums through. And these are the reviews:
BOTTLENOSE DOLPHINS
The most famous dolphins, thanks to Flipper. But as I never watched Flipper, I am totally unbiased. Quite a big and powerful dolphin, almost twice as big as the other species. Can jump extremely high, at least in theory. In practice, however, more interested in Pilot Whales than in us. All in all a bit too bulky, somewhat boring (sorry!!), also not very spectacular in color. Rating: two out of five stars.
COMMON DOLPHINS
Definetely wrong named, not common at all.
In terms of color quite spectacular with their yellow flank and dark curved stripes. Small and compact, incredibly fast and agile, large numbers buzzed around the boat. In theory very acrobatic with bold leaps, in practice rather satisfied with riding the bow wave. Rating: three out of five stars
STRIPED DOLPHINS
They are also called blue-white-dolphins, which doesn’t really help, because many dolphins are somehow blue and white. With their curved stripes, which look like a white-blue fire, they are probably the most beautiful dolphins so far. Problem however: Observation only possible for a short time and from far away – very shy, very fast. Rating: three out of five stars – plus bonus star for their really beautiful colors!
SPOTTED DOLPHINS
Colored with beautiful basic patterns, the countless stains help enormously with the distinction. Like the common dolphins, very small and agile, but enormously active and curious: Always rushing euphorically towards the boat from a great distance to surf in the bow wave.
Immediately bored away at reduced speed. As a group extremely energetic. Rating: five out of five stars. Clear winners!
We met the Spotted Dolphins on almost each of our tours. This video is directly from the first one, it went on for another half an hour. Ulla pointed out that this isn’t the case on every tour, and that we please don’t compare all future dolphin encounters with this one. Fair enough!
While the Spotted Dolphins always swam joyfully towards the boat on all our tours to ride the bow wave, the also very beautiful Striped Dolphins were quite shy: We could only see them from far away, as they were always gone immediately.
During spring on the Azores it was actually the other way round: There it was more the Striped Dolphins who were interested in us and came close to the boat.
But of course it would be way too easy if the different dolphin species behaved the same all over the world.
We stay tuned…
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An old fishing boat has been adapted so that the traveller can authentically experience how it was done in the past, a boat created especially for the island’s waters.
The feeling of seeing dolphins, turtles, whales, pilot whales and many more species so close and respectfully allows you to “feel” the freedom these animals move with. The blues of the sky reflected in the remain etched in the mind of the visitor who sails on this type of boat.
We are a committed team and we love the encounters with wild, free dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. It is a pleasure for us to show other people these wonderful sea animals, and we care about the immensely important and complex ecosystem, the ocean.
Guided by an experienced, multilingual member of the OCEANO team.
Location
Calle La Quema, 7 (Edificio Amaya). 38872. Valle Gran Rey. La Gomera. Canary Islands. Spain.
Geographical coordinates: Lat. 28.082955; Long. -17.333894.
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European Charter for Sustainable Tourism in Protected Areas (EUROPARC Federation).
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- Garajonay National Park.
- La Gomera Biosphere Reserve.
- Santiago – Valle Gran Rey Coastal Belt Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
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Spanish, English, Deutsch.
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From 40€
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- Twice a day – departure times may vary – one in the morning and one in the afternoon.
- 3 – 4h duration each.
- 10 guests max. per trip.
- When we encounter a school of dolphins or whales, first of all we will try to find out what they are doing. Are they looking for food, hunting or feeding, travelling or do they even come closer to our boat? Respectful whale watching means to adapt to the particular situation and adjust our sailing manner to the animals’ behaviour.
- It is very important to us not to disturb the animals with our boat but to watch them in their natural habitat. Often, they seek to get closer to us and the boat and even ride in the bow wave.
- Every one of our boat trips is new and different as we are dealing with wild animals, which are constantly moving through the ocean. So we can never know exactly where they can be found in any particular moment. We have to search for them on every excursion anew – and we are very much in favour of finding them!
So we can never know exactly where they can be found in any particular moment. We have to search for them on every excursion anew – and we are very much in favour of finding them!Commitment to the biodiversity conservation and/or the protected area.
In addition to the basic requirements of the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism, our company has additionally undertaken up to 10 voluntary commitments. These commitments serve to improve the services we offer and our connection with the protected natural space. Likewise, improving our environmental behaviour, as well as supporting local development and heritage conservation.
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- Develop a new trip linked to environmental tourism.
- Raise awareness about the clean-up of coastal areas.
- Offer material and information about the sea and its inhabitants for the island’s teachers.
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- Phone number: (0034) 922 805 717
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Watch whales and dolphins in Tenerife. Yacht and boat rental with skipper
Are you looking for an unforgettable experience in the Spanish Canary Islands? Have you ever wanted to witness the mesmerizing power of whales and dolphins in their natural habitat?
Join us to explore the mesmerizing waters of Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, on a whale and dolphin watching tour like no other! In this guide, you will find all the information you need to know about the majestic creatures that live in Tenerife, as well as the best tips to make your whale and dolphin watching experience unforgettable. So, get ready to travel to the amazing island of Tenerife and dive into its mysterious waters! nine0003
What kinds of whales and dolphins can you see in Tenerife?
Tenerife is a popular spot for whale and dolphin watching in the wild.
In the surrounding waters you can see a variety of species, which makes visiting the island truly unforgettable.
The most common sightings in the waters around Tenerife are bottlenose dolphins, although there are also killer whales, pilot whales, sperm whales and beaked whales. You can also see short-snouted pilot whales, pygmy killer whales, false killer whales and pinniped whales. nine0003
Bottlenose dolphins are the most common species and can be found in large flocks of up to 50 individuals. These playful creatures can be seen in the north of the island and along the south coast of Tenerife. Pilot whales can be seen in the straits between Tenerife and La Gomera, and sometimes south of Los Cristianos.
Killer whales can be seen off the northwest coast of the island, while sperm whales and beaked whales are more elusive. However, these species have been seen in certain locations, so naturalists and enthusiasts may be lucky enough to see one or two. nine0003
Whale and dolphin watching is a popular activity in Tenerife.
It is important to look for operators who follow wildlife regulations so as not to disturb the animals. If you are lucky enough to visit Tenerife, don’t forget to book a tour to see whales and dolphins. This is an unforgettable experience that you will never forget!
Bottlenose Dolphin
Tenerife, off the coast of North Africa, is the best place for whale and dolphin watching due to its unique geography and topography. One of the many amazing mammals that can be seen in the waters around this island are the bottlenose dolphins. These playful creatures feature prominently in these waters, making them the perfect choice for an unforgettable and thrilling whale and dolphin watching experience in Tenerife. nine0003
These marine mammals are easily recognizable by their charismatic and intelligent demeanor, gray coloration and prominent beak. They are highly acrobatic and often swim up to strikingly close distances to boats. During your Tenerife whale and dolphin watching boat tour, you will have many opportunities to watch them as they swim and play in their natural environment.
Bottlenose dolphins are especially social creatures and are often seen in large groups called packs. They love to communicate with each other, often emerge from the sea in close proximity to each other and jump out of the water with amazing grace. They are also quite vociferous and can be heard making various clicks, whistles and squeaks when they communicate with each other. nine0003
While this activity is incredibly exciting and rewarding, it is important to remember that the welfare of these animals is paramount. Always follow the rules of responsible whale and dolphin watching and always keep your distance, don’t get too close to dolphins or block their way while swimming.
Common dolphins
Common dolphins are one of the most common species of dolphins encountered in Tenerife during whale and dolphin watching excursions. These social animals travel in large flocks of up to several hundred dolphins and are commonly found in shallow waters near coastlines.
Dolphins are large, reaching lengths up to 8 feet and weights up to 400 pounds. They have a distinctive triangular dorsal fin that is visible from afar and a distinctive orange hourglass pattern on their sides that fades as the dolphin ages. They are highly social animals, often forming strong bonds with other members of their pack, and have been known to occasionally interact with humans. Dolphins’ diet consists of small fish, squid and crustaceans, which they catch using echolocation, which they use to navigate through the water. nine0003
Tenerife whale and dolphin watching tours are a great way to see dolphins in their natural habitat. These excursions offer not only the chance to see their majestic beauty, but also the opportunity to observe their social behavior and interaction with other marine life. They are known to be especially active and playful near boats, often jumping, breeding and riding on the prow of the boat. Dolphins are also notable for incredible acrobatics: they swing their tail, spin and even somersault in the air, demonstrating their strength and agility. This is an extremely unique and rewarding experience, perfect for the whole family. nine0003
Atlantic spotted dolphins
Atlantic spotted dolphins are a spectacular sight in Tenerife. These cute cetaceans are often found in small groups around the islands, delighting observers with their characteristic somersaults, spins and acrobatics. The Atlantic spotted dolphin is a medium-sized dolphin, it can reach about 2.5 meters in length. They are usually dark gray in color with white spots or specks on their backs, flanks and fins, which can be used to identify individual individuals. nine0003
Spotted dolphins can be seen all year round in the warm waters of Tenerife, but are especially active during the summer months. It is recommended to go on a whale and dolphin boat tour as dolphins prefer the open sea and deep waters.
During the tour you will be able to observe these beautiful creatures up close. Atlantic spotted dolphins have a very friendly nature and often come up to the boat, jump and play on the waves. You can marvel at their agility and amazing skills as you watch them swim, jump and roll over in the ocean. nine0003
Watching spotted dolphins in Tenerife will remain in your memory forever. Whether they’re playing in the waves, jumping out of the water, or just watching you with their big, intelligent eyes, you’re sure to be left with a sense of awe. So don’t miss the chance to come to Tenerife and take part in this unforgettable event.
Short-finned Pilot Whales
Tenerife is a whale watching paradise with majestic short-finned Pilot Whales in abundance. These magnificent creatures can grow up to 6 meters in length and are known to feed on deep sea squid, mackerel and other fish. nine0003
Pilot whales are one of the most unforgettable creatures that you can see during a tour of Tenerife. During the summer months they can be seen up to 10 miles from the coast. You will be amazed by their smart demeanor and playfulness in the water. When you see a short-finned pilot whale, you will see how they swim in close company. Typically, an adult short-finned whale leads the group and the rest follow. Although most groups consist of two or three whales, some groups can have up to 20.
Interestingly, pilot whales can be identified by distinctive features such as a blunt head. They also have a slightly curved dorsal fin that is slightly further back than other whales.
For a truly unforgettable experience, book a whale watching tour in Tenerife, a sight you won’t soon forget!
Tenerife Whale Watching Tips
Tenerife is home to a variety of marine life including whales and dolphins. Whale and dolphin watching tours are becoming more and more popular as people seek to connect with nature and explore the oceans. Tenerife offers some of the best whale and dolphin watching in the world, with many excursions and tours to choose from. nine0003
For those looking for an unforgettable whale and dolphin watching experience in Tenerife, here are a few tips to keep in mind. It is important to explore the various excursions available to find one that suits your personal needs and preferences. It is also important to book your tickets in advance to make sure the tour you want is available and get the best viewing experience.
The best way to watch whales and dolphins in Tenerife is with an organized tour. During the tour, you can see different types of whales and dolphins, such as killer whales, pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins. nine0003
It is important to follow safety rules while walking to ensure the safety of both the whales and dolphins and all the passengers on the tour. In particular, stay away from cetaceans that have been sighted too closely and refrain from feeding mammals. By following the guide’s instructions, visitors can be sure that the cetaceans will not be disturbed and all passengers will be safe.
The weather in Tenerife plays an important role in the success of whale and dolphin watching excursions. Generally, the best time for whale and dolphin watching is spring and early summer when the water is warmer and calmer. Before booking a tour, you should pay attention to the wind and waves, as this will help ensure that the tour will take place even if the weather is not favorable. nine0003
where to go for the songs of the giants — Discount-House.ru
Who among us, modern tourists, did not wake up one morning with the understanding that travel has become boring and mundane? Eternal excursions, insatiable shopping, well-traveled tourist routes and beach idleness – all this really looks like oatmeal for the tenth day in a row. If you feel anything like that, then whale watching will dilute your drab tourist routine.
This type of excursion is a huge success among travelers all over the world. Fortunately, the globe is simply dotted with habitats of sea giants, who do not mind at all that a weak and miniature person watches their leisurely greatness. nine0003
Iceland
In the northeast of Iceland, many organize “whale excursions”. And, as a rule, they are performed on restored fishing boats. Naturally, the chances of meeting, for example, a white-faced dolphin or a minke whale are much greater than a whale. But quite often, excursion participants can watch how blue and humpbacked giants frolic imposingly.
Don’t forget to visit the Akureyri Whale Museum, which displays only whales that have voluntarily washed ashore. nine0003
Contact Elding Whale Watching, which offers three-hour excursions from March to October for €50, and you can also visit Iceland with the Jazz Tour operator, which includes whale watching in their program without fail
Alaska
During the summer, about 2,000 gray whales migrate along the California coast to southeast Alaska to feed their amazing fats in the summer. Whales return here year after year. They especially liked the spot called “Point Adolphus”, which is located in the Glacier Bay National Park. nine0003
You can go in the spring, but in the summer you will still have a much better chance of meeting not with dolphins, seals, sea lions and killer whales, but with humpback whales and gray whales. The uniqueness of Alaskan whales is that they know exactly what the photographer needs.
South Africa
Whale holdings in South Africa stretch for almost 2,000 kilometers from Cape Town to Durban. In the local waters you can see whales and dolphins of various species. But usually there are humpback whales and southern “right whales”, reaching a length of 17 meters. The whale season lasts in South Africa from June to November. nine0003
Hundreds of kilometers away from Cape Town, there is a small town of Hermanus, which annually hosts a whale festival in September, which is associated with a very significant event – giant mammals traditionally come to the city bay. This city is considered to be the best whale watching spot in South Africa.
Azores
The waters around the nine Azores are the perfect place to spot two dozen species of whales and dolphins in person. From April to September, you can see blue whales, killer whales, as well as striped and spotted dolphins. Also, quite rare specimens occasionally come here, such as northern bottlenose dolphins, which usually prefer the waters off the coast of the Faroe Islands. nine0003
During the tour, you will be accompanied by a marine biologist who will not only find the coveted fountain in the vastness of the sea, but will also give an interesting lecture about the life of whales.
New Zealand
No trip to New Zealand’s South Island is complete without a visit to Kaikura, a small coastal town where deep waters and a mixture of warm and cold currents attract hungry sperm whales and several species of dolphins. nine0003
By the way, here you can see the smallest and rarest dolphin in the world – Hector’s dolphin, which can only be found in the waters off the coast of New Zealand.
Norway
This country is one of the best places for whale watching, especially killer whales. Recently, in some areas, the chances of seeing whales have become less, but not in the Lofoten Islands, an archipelago located beyond the Arctic Circle.
The deep, nutrient-rich waters here give you the confidence that after an hour’s sail six nautical miles offshore, you’ll be able to hear the famous songs of the sea giants with your own ears. The season runs from late October to mid-January, when the whales follow the schools of Atlantic herring. Plus, you will have the opportunity to enjoy another amazing sight – the northern lights. nine0003
Arctic Whale Tours will charge you $145 for a classic whale tour, and $90 if you are a child aged 5 to 12, or you can visit Norway with the Jazz Tour operator, which includes in its program and whale watching
Spain
There are so many whales, dolphins and seabirds in the Bay of Biscay off the northern coast of Spain that you will begin to understand the simple truth – this world does not belong to man. Seasonality does not matter here, because “sea skyscrapers” feed in the waters between the islands of La Gomera and Tenerife all year round. nine0003
In addition to the “whale-whale miracle”, in Spain you can see the gray dolphin – the only representative of the Grampus dolphin genus.
Canada
As 20,000 gray whales swim each year from their wintering quarters on the Mexican island of Bahia to their summer feeding waters, they pass off the west coast of Vancouver Island.
In both rooms there is a fan, the kitchen is fully equipped, the terrace is beautifully decorated with indirect lights to enjoy both the day and the night.
Over the last months, he has guided and advised us and as others have mentioned, has gone far beyond what could possibly be expected from an estate agent. For an English couple sadly lacking in the Spanish language, we quite simply could not have done it without him. From prompt and clear replies to our many enquiries and questions to practical help, Ernesto has taken the time and gone out of his way to help us in any way he can
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The hotel has 535 comfortable rooms, in the design of which the bright and rich colors of the Mediterranean Sea were generously used. All rooms with balconies. The Mediterranean Palace Hotel is part of the MARE NOSTRUM UNIVERSE hotel complex. The hotel recreates a seaside residence from the time of the great Roman rulers. Tropical gardens, transparent pools with fountains, marble stairs with Roman statues, numerous bars and restaurants offering cuisine from around the world, and a developed infrastructure for families with children await guests. nine0647 Location
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Only 700 to 800 people climb the mountain successfully each year. But there’s another feat that fewer people know about, and even fewer people complete: rowing across the Atlantic Ocean.
All four admit that they struggled with mental-health challenges after serving between six and 16 years, a common story for veterans. Studies have shown that between 10 percent and 30 percent of returning service members suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), while numerous others are afflicted by depression and psychological ailments. “Getting out was pretty rough,” Rahn said. “It got to the point where I had gotten into some drugs and pretty much destroyed myself, and my marriage was imploding. I actually attempted suicide in 2015. I was one of the lucky ones.”
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As part of WNA, Rahn hosts the “Warriors Next Adventure” podcast. “What I do is interview veterans who have done awesome things to help spread the word and let other veterans know there are many different avenues we can take when we get out of the military, and I just want to show them some,” he explained.
“These races are a platform to shine a light on the sport of ocean rowing and the inspirational human beings who face the impossible to achieve their dreams,” Carsten Heron Olson, the director and CEO of the race, has written. “Every year, lives are changed. It’s a transformative experience; the rowers we wave goodbye to in La Gomera are not the same who step on land in Antigua. On top of this, an astonishing $3.5 million was raised last year for charities across the world.”
“Will called me and he’s like, ‘Dude, we’re freaking out about 155 miles, and these guys did 3,000 miles across the Atlantic?’” Rahn said. “I’m like, ‘Let’s just start with the St. Croix and we’ll go from there.’”
Neither Hester nor Janssen had any rowing experience either, so after entering the race, all four set out to learn how to row, nearly two years before the race was scheduled.
“One day we went out, it was evening, and it was like glass out there,” he said. “We were doing our two-hour shifts, because that’s what we’ll be doing on the ocean in pairs. I had crawled into the cabin to take a nap and I woke up to Tommy banging on the hatch. I got up and we went from glass to five-foot waves in a matter of six hours.”
Sometimes called “concrete water,” it makes it extremely difficult for rowers to make much progress.
Each day, 22 veterans on average kill themselves, and while numerous organizations in the United States have been successful in publicizing the problem, the members of Fight Oar Die recognize the need for action and hope to set an example of how to live a post-military life.
So after that, these guys are like, ‘I don’t know, man, you’re still rowing?’ I’m like, ‘Listen, I don’t care if I have to do chemo in the middle of the ocean, I’m doing this.’ Now I’m rowing for people who have suffered with testicular cancer.” 
Just enjoy the time, because as soon as you arrive, you start feeling like you would love to be out there again.”
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Accommodations for two nights are in the five-star Hotel Santa Catalina.
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