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canarymoon · 01-02-2009, 05:40 PM

Whale Watching
Dominica's sheer walls disappear under the sea, creating deep sheltered bays along its western coastline: a haven for the Sperm Whale which loves to calve and breed in this type of habitat.

Whale Watching on the island is not difficult. A short boat ride brings visitors into contact with the world's largest toothed animal in the calm turquoise Caribbean Sea.

canarymoon · 01-02-2009, 05:41 PM

Fishermen, yachters, and marine adventurers report seeing the Sperm Whale at Scotts Head, Roseau, Layou, and Point Round.

Dominica is the only country in the world where the Sperm Whale resides all year long, although sightings are most common between November and March.

canarymoon · 01-02-2009, 05:42 PM

Whale Watching in Dominica
The Caribbean's Prime Whale Watching Destination

Year-round Whale Sightings
Sperm & Humpback Whales
the Whale Watching Capital of the Caribbean

Not far off shore, the deep waters create an environment that has Dominica dubbed as the “Whale Watching capital of the Caribbean.” With both resident and visiting cetaceans here, your chances of seeing at least one of our whale species are excellent.

canarymoon · 01-02-2009, 05:43 PM

While six different species are seen on a regular basis, 22 of the 33 species known in the Caribbean have been seen in Dominican waters.
Sperm whales are common and the sight of these magnificent creatures with the mountains of Dominica in the background will create a lifelong impression.

Whale Watching

There are few experiences in the world that can rival seeing a huge sperm whale, or a family of sperm whales playing on the surface, and Dominica's waters have proved over time to be the best, most consistent place to see sperm whales.

- FRoM
Whale Watching in Dominica

canarymoon · 01-23-2009, 08:47 AM

Has anyone done this?

Char · 01-23-2009, 01:06 PM

I haven't been to Dominica, yet. Sounds like something to look into if we do get there.

boyconny · 01-23-2009, 07:45 PM

I've been to Dominica, but never heard of it being a whale watching Island.

nealberk · 01-24-2009, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by canarymoon

Has anyone done this?

We were SUPPOSED to. (Damn, damn, damn and yes my attitude is well deserved) Two of the other couples with us were able to go and they loved it.

Whale watching
Dive Dominica, Dominica's foremost scuba diving & whale-watching operation.

canarymoon · 02-01-2009, 11:47 AM

From the MSC website:
Cayo Levantado is a small stretch of land off the northeast coast of the Dominican Republic in Samaná Bay. The area offers the beauty of natural rainforest vegetation, marvellous white sand beaches and crystal clear water. Cayo Levantado, due to its location, is the perfect spot to see humpbacked whales in January, February, and March.

canarymoon · 02-01-2009, 11:48 AM

And, here's the description from theiri website of their whale watching excursion:

SAM09 - Whale Watching (2.5 hrs.)

Jump on board an open-air powerboat and visit Samanà Bay, where whales have made their birthplace for centuries. Enjoy a tour where you can see humpback whales with their new-borns. Discover why over 30,000 people a year visit Samanà for some of the best whale watching in the world on our Whale Watching Experience. This is truly an experience of a lifetime.Note: Limited seats. Don’t forget to bring a hat and sunscreen with you. We suggest to wear comfortable shoes and bring cameras. You might get wet. This tour is available only from January 15th till March 15th.Price per person starting from: $ 89 Adults - $ 80 Children