Orcas & Whales
Whale Expeditions Around the World
Discover our favourite whale watching & whale snorkeling expeditions
Tonga – South Pacific
Signature Expeditions: August & September 2025
- Humpback whales & calves
- Land-based expedition
- 10 or 11 nights
- Includes 7 days snorkeling
- Max. 6 guests
We are planning two snorkeling expeditions in Tonga in 2025, exclusively for Waterproof Whale enthusiasts. Groups consist of just 6 people, accompanied by a professional photographer and licenced marine biologist on every tour.
Winter Whales of Norway
Signature Expeditions: Oct – Dec 2025 & Jan 2026
- Orcas, Humpbacks & Fin whales
- Luxury expedition ships
- 7 nights on board
- Incl. snorkeling gear & drysuit
- Max. 12-16 guests
Spend five full days exploring the breathtaking fjords, searching for pods of Orcas, Humpback Whales, Fin Whales and even Sperm Whales. Guided by our knowledgeable experts, you’ll gain fascinating insights into these majestic creatures and their unique hunting and feeding behaviors.
Svalbard – Arctic
Signature Expeditions: June & July 2025
- Belugas, Minke whales, Humpbacks
- On board Polarfront or Explorer
- 9 or 11 nights on board
- Guided by Waterproof Expeditions Team
- Max. 12 to 16 guests
Although polar bears and walrus might be the most characteristic Arctic animals, Svalbard is a magnificent destination for whale watching! Minke whales, belugas, and humpbacks are frequently sighted and occasionally blue whales and fin whales will make an appearance.
Antarctica
Expedition Cruises: January – March
- Humpbacks, Minkes, Orcas
- 10/11 nights on board
- Max. 200 guests on board
- Special offers available for 2025!
In late Antarctic summer, the sea ice has melted significantly, providing excellent feeding grounds for whales. Humpbacks, Minke whales and Orcas are regularly seen as they actively feed on krill. Additionally, you might spot Fin whales, Blue whales, and Southern Right whales. This time also offers higher chances of observing whale behavior such as breaching and bubble-net feeding.
Galapagos – Ecuador
Diving or Naturalist voyages: August – October
- Various whale & dolphin species
- Weekly departures
- 7 nights on board
- Exceptional diving
The waters surrounding the Galápagos Islands are one of the largest marine protected areas in the world. During the dry (cooler) season, ocean currents bring nutrient rich waters from Antarctica up to the Galápagos, attracting many species of whales, dolphins and even orcas! For diving enthusiasts, October is also great for whale sharks!
Whale Expeditions
Galapagos Diving Liveaboard
Year-round weekly departures| Travel duration: | 8 days |
|---|---|
| Date: | Year round |
| Ship: | Galapagos Sky |
| Passengers: | 16 passengers |
Prices
All prices are per person and depending on availability. Please contact us for more details.
- Cabin accommodation
- All meals & snacks
- All beverages including an open bar policy (beer, wine, spirits and liquors)
- One 80 cu ft/12 liter tank, weights, weight belt
- Up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days for 7-night cruises
- 3 land excursions
- Service of Dive Guides
- Transfers in the Islands between the airport and dock (on cruise departure dates only)
- For travel from 2026 onward, nitrox will be included. This does not apply retroactively
- All other Galapagos Sky services and amenities
- International and domestic flights
- Trip Interruption or Cancellation Insurance
- Dive Accident Insurance (DAN or DiveAssure)
- International Airfare to Ecuador (Quito UIO or Guayaquil GYE)
- Domestic Airfare to the Galapagos Islands (Quito UIO or Guayaquil GYE to San Cristóbal SCY)
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee $200 USD
- Transit card (TCT) $20 USD
- Hyperbaric chamber fee $35 USD
- Rental Gear
- Gratuities to guides and crew
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