DOMINICAN REPUBLIC WHALE WATCHING

The Dominican Republic whale watching season begins every year around mid-January and lasts until mid-March. During these winter months, you have an incredible opportunity to witness the beautiful and majestic humpback whales in their natural habitat.

The Bay of Samana in the Dominican Republic is one of the best places in the world for whale watching. Here, the shallow and warm ocean provides a temporary home for thousands of humpback whales.

These whales travel from the cold waters of North America, Greenland, and Iceland to the Caribbean to court, mate, and give birth.

Like humans, whales are mammals, which means they nurture their young, breathe air, and are warm-blooded. The adult whales grow up to 12-15 meters long and weigh 30-40 tons.

Humpback whales are one of the most active whale species in the world and are known for their amazing repertoire of behaviors. These include slapping the water with their fins or tail, showing the tail when they are ready to dive deep, and jumping out of the water. All of these behavioral activities make the humpback whales extremely interesting and fascinating to watch.

Depending on the conditions, you will spend a few hours on the ocean watching the humpback whales play and swim. Keep in mind, though, that these whales are not in captivity. So, an actual sighting of the humpback whales is in no way certain nor guaranteed!

This tour also includes a visit to the famous Cayo Levantado Island (Bacardi Island) where you can enjoy lunch, go swimming in the ocean, and relax on the beach.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC WHALE WATCHING INCLUDES:

Pickup in hotels in Punta Cana, Cap Cana, and Bavaro (transportation may not be available or may be subject to an additional fee from some hotels) and transportation in an air-conditioned bus, tour guide, guided whale watching onboard a motor catamaran/motorboat, beverages on the catamaran/boat (water, soft drinks, and rum), buffet lunch with 1 beverage per person (additional beverages are available for purchase).

DURATION:

Full day approx. 10 hours.

WHAT TO WEAR AND/OR BRING:

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, a bathing suit, and eco-friendly sun lotion (without oxybenzone) that does not damage the corals and ocean life. Bring a beach towel, a bottle of water for drinking along the way, a camera, and cash money (US$) for photos, souvenirs, and gratuities.

CHILDREN:

This excursion may not be suitable for small children and/or infants. There is no minimum age for children to participate in this excursion. All children must be accompanied by an adult (18+ years old). Children must be 18 years old to consume alcohol.

PRICES:

All prices are per person (US$). The price for children is valid only from ages 3-12 years old.

IMPORTANT TO KNOW:

• THIS EXCURSION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR RESERVATIONS IN LATE DECEMBER OR EARLY JANUARY.
• This is not a private excursion. This excursion may be available as a private tour - please ask for more information.
• This excursion is by bus. You may need to pass by other hotels to pick up other people before the excursion begins and to drop them off after the excursion ends.
• This excursion is not available for pregnant women or persons suffering from heart conditions, disabilities, and/or mobility problems. This excursion may not be available or suitable for children under the age of 3 years old.
• Participants must understand that sailing may be uncomfortable. Please take a Dramamine or similar before the excursion if you get seasick easily.
• Participants must be 18 years old to drink alcohol on this tour.
• If you suffer from any medical conditions or mobility problems, please consult with Group Palmera before making your reservation.

The exact description of this excursion, what's included and prices are subject to change without prior notice!