December 1, 2022

24.11.2022 – 2 similarities, 2 differences

This morning we observed two different species of marine mammals on the Ribeira Brava. First, we had a kindergarten group of Short-finned pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus) […]
November 30, 2022

23.11.2022 – An elegant solution

This morning we observed two groups of Short-finned pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus) at different spots. While one school was at rest, the second group headed west. […]
November 29, 2022

22.11.2022 – Far to the West

The westernmost tip of Madeira is the well-known lighthouse at Ponta do Pargo. From there are spectacular views of the West Coast. Today we drove far […]
November 28, 2022

21.11.2022 – Gratitude, a beautiful attitude

Today we had one tour and a lot of reasons to say thank you. Being grateful is a beautiful attitude. All of our guests were thankful […]
November 27, 2022

19.11.2022 – 60 Challenges

Our marine mammals swam patrol off Calheta’s coast today, to our advantage. So on the way out we had Short finned pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus) swimming […]
November 26, 2022

18.11.2022 – High swell, deep troughs

What ups and downs we had today in search of the marine mammals. Once at the top of the high swell and immediately we went down […]
November 25, 2022

17.11.2022 – Topless

After a long search, we had two nice encounters with Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) and Short-finned pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus). Both species are among the dolphins […]
November 24, 2022

16.11.2022 – Speed junkies

Today we went against the wind and through the waves. Not easy work for the spotter and the captains. Unfortunately, our fishing boat had no luck […]
November 22, 2022

15.11.2022 – Holy Sh!t ;)

A Zen saying: “One should sit in nature for 20 minutes a day. But if you’re stressed, sit for an hour.” For those who need a […]