Whale diary

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    • CLASSIC WHALE TOUR | 09:00, 13:00
    • PREMIUM WHALE TOUR | 10:00
    • PREMIUM WHALE TOUR |13:00, 15:00
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    This morning, we spotted 2 minke whales right outside the harbor, followed by a trio of playful humpback whales rolling and displaying a peduncle throw. In the afternoon, we encountered the same 3 humpback whales, performing pectoral slaps, peduncle throws, and fluke dives right by our boat. It was an unforgettable day!

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    In the morning, we encountered two pairs of humpback whales, one of which came close, with one lunge feeding and the other snaking, while the second pair gave us beautiful fluke dives. In the afternoon, we spotted another pair of humpbacks, following them at a distance as they fluked and surfaced near our boat before heading back home.

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    We encountered 5-7 playful harbour porpoises early on today, followed by 4 humpback whales that put on an unforgettable show of breaches, tail slaps, and pec slaps. We also briefly saw 3 minke whales. The afternoon was a "minke" tour, with at least 6 minke whales, some lunge feeding, and a close visit from a familiar humpback whale.

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    We started the day with a pod of harbour porpoises, followed by the incredible sight of 4 humpback whales in pairs, along with 4 minke whales and 6 playful white-beaked dolphins. In the afternoon, we saw 2 minke whales and two pairs of graceful humpback whales, with rainbows forming in their misty blows - a truly unforgettable experience!

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    This morning's tour spotted 5 minke whales and later, a close humpback whale fluking nearby. The afternoon was even more spectacular, with 3 minke whales and a pair of humpback whales putting on a show, especially Davy Jones II, who breached 5 times and waved us off with a pec slap! Such an unforgettable day at sea!

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    In the morning, we encountered two calm humpback whales, followed by 2 minke whales and 10-12 harbour porpoises. We later found a trio of feeding humpbacks and another pod of 7 harbour porpoises. In the afternoon, we saw more humpbacks, playful white-beaked dolphins, and a final trio of fluke-diving humpbacks.

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    The morning tour saw 4-5 minke whales, a pod of 6 white-beaked dolphins and 5-6 harbour porpoises with a fluke-diving humpback whale capping off the tour. The afternoon brought a rare large pod of 10-15 harbour porpoises, 2 minke whales, and 2 playful humpback whales, including Neila, surrounded by dolphins.

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    Today was a wonderful autumn day. In the morning, we spotted minke whales lunge feeding close by, followed by 3 breaching humpback whales, including Davy Jones II. The afternoon tour featured a shy humpback whale and a second, more playful one, with epic peduncle throws, alongside a sneaky minke whale. An amazing day at sea!

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    This morning's tour was filled with excitement, starting under a thick fog that later gave way to sunshine and a beautiful rainbow. We spotted two elusive minke whales, one approaching with curiosity, followed by a majestic humpback whale. Two playful white-beaked dolphins also graced us with their presence, making for a perfect morning adventure.

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    Despite grey skies and strong swell, today’s tours were filled with excitement. In the morning, we encountered 3 humpback whales, including one performing pec slaps near our boat. In the afternoon, we saw 3 more humpbacks, with one breaching three times before continuing its journey. Both tours left us in total awe!

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    In the morning, we saw 3 humpback whales, swimming close to our boat. In the afternoon, we spotted 5 humpbacks and 3 minke whales, with Pep and Neila making another appearance. The evening tour featured 3 more humpbacks and a minke whale, with stunning fluke dives and a beautiful sunset to end the day!

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    Today we saw some familiar "faces"! In the morning, we encountered 2 humpback whales, including our friend "Neila", followed by 8 harbour porpoises and 3 more humpbacks, including "Pep". We also spotted a minke whale on the way back. In the afternoon, we saw 3 humpback whales again, including "Davy Jones II", all actively feeding!

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    This morning, we encountered 4 humpback whales, with two fluke diving next to our boat. The afternoon tour featured a harbour porpoise, a minke whale, and 2 playful humpback whales. In the evening, we saw a minke whale, a pod of 8 white-beaked dolphins, and 3 more humpback whales. Yet another a great day at sea!

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    Today was incredible and we saw all four main species of the bay! We encountered large pods of 10-20 white-beaked dolphins that were feeding and playing jumping all around us. We also saw at least 8-10 minke whales with some lunge feeding repeatedly. Then, about 3 harbour porpoises and 2-3 humpback whales giving us beautiful fluke dives.

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    This morning we spotted 2-3 humpback whales that we could spend some time with. We also encountered a pod of about 15 feeding white-beaked dolphins. In the afternoon the sun started to come out and we saw 7-8 minke whales throughout the trip. We also saw 2-3 humpback whales (one was Davy Jones II) and some 5 white-beaked dolphins.

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    Today, we were treated to incredible wildlife encounters. In the morning, we spotted our beloved humpback whale Davy Jones II, who delighted us with close passes and fluke dives. The afternoon brought sightings of at least 8 harbour porpoises and 4 humpback whales, with Davy Jones II approaching our boat and giving us a fantastic show.

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    We spotted 10 harbour porpoises across 4 pods, followed by a few sightings of minke whales, and a playful pod of 5 white-beaked dolphins in the morning. In the afternoon, we encountered 4-5 minke whales surfacing close by. The afternoon tour saw around 10 harbour porpoises and 6 more minke whales feeding near our boat!

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    In the morning, we spotted a minke whale and were later joined by our famous humpback whale Davy Jones. In the afternoon, we saw over 15 harbour porpoises, 4 minke whales, and Davy Jones again. The evening tour treated us to harbour porpoises, multiple minke whales, and Davy Jones showing off with bubble net feeding!

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    Today began with a minke whale followed by the familiar humpback whale "Davy Jones II", accompanied by 4 feeding white-beaked dolphins. In the afternoon we spotted 4 elusive minke whales and "Davy Jones II" displayed spy hopping! The evening tour featured more close encounters with "Davy Jones II" and 2 fast-moving minke whales.