09.05.2024 – Oceanic Enchantment

Today, our journey into the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean transformed into a magical odyssey, brimming with breathtaking encounters with some of the ocean’s most magnificent creatures. Among the stars of our adventure were the playful Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis), the charismatic Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus), the majestic Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta), the spirited Common dolphins (Delphinus delphis), and the awe-inspiring Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus).

As we sailed across the glistening waters, the Atlantic spotted dolphins graced us with their presence, their sleek bodies slicing through the waves with grace and elegance. Their playful antics filled the air with joy, setting the stage for the wonders that awaited us.

But the true magic began to unfold as we encountered the mighty Sperm whales. Among them, a mother and her calf moved gracefully through the ocean depths, their sheer size and power commanding reverence. It was a moment of awe-inspiring beauty as we watched the gentle giants glide effortlessly through their underwater realm.

And then, as if by some stroke of divine orchestration, the Atlantic spotted dolphins joined the scene, breaching and leaping in perfect harmony with the majestic whales. The sight was nothing short of spellbinding—a testament to the interconnectedness of life in the ocean and the boundless wonders it holds.

As the sun began its descent towards the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the water, nature had one more surprise in store for us. Amidst the breathtaking backdrop of the sunset, tiny flying fish emerged from the waves, their iridescent scales catching the last rays of daylight as they danced on the ocean’s surface.

It was a moment of pure magic, a symphony of sight and sound that left us awestruck and humbled by the beauty of the natural world. As we reluctantly turned our bow towards home, our hearts were filled with gratitude for the privilege of witnessing such marvels—a day that would forever be etched in our memories as a testament to the wonder and majesty of the ocean.

By Camila Dávila

Sightings of the day

Ribeira Brava

09:30 Atlantic spotted dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins

13:30 Common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins

Stenella

09:30  Atlantic spotted dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Loggerhead turtle

13:30 Common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins

16:00 Atlantic spotted dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Sperm whales