August 17, 2026

10.08.2026 – 1-2-3 Jump

Over the past few days, we have repeatedly witnessed some impressive leaps – especially from Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis), but even from a Blainville’s beaked […]
August 14, 2026

07.08.2026 – Mother’s protection

Today, we were able to observe a small group of Blainville’s beaked whales (Mesoplodon densirostris) off the coast of Calheta. There was one, possibly even two, […]
August 10, 2026

03.08.2026 – Curious Kids, Great Questions!

Today we had two children on board—curious and full of questions. I love children who ask questions. Asking questions is important! Those who ask will hopefully […]
August 6, 2026

31.07.2026 – Small and large dolphins

At 3 to 4 meters in length, Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) are truly impressive. Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis), on the other hand, are about the […]
August 2, 2026

27.07.2026 – Bronze-coloured dolphins

We had such varied tours again today! As always. Quite a few curious, interested children took part in the lunchtime tour. What a joy! Four species […]
July 30, 2026

24.07.2026 – A Question Worth Asking: Why Kill Whales?

These were challenging tours today! Our midday tour first took us west, into the swell, where we encountered a group of Short-finned Pilot Whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus). […]
July 26, 2026

20.07.2026 – It’s the “how” that counts!

It’s always about the HOW! Encountering marine mammals comes with a great deal of responsibility for the captain. The way he approaches them determines whether the […]
July 23, 2026

17.07.2026 – Whales are similar, yet different

Today we were fortunate to observe several fascinating marine mammal species: Bryde’s whales (Balaenoptera edeni), Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus), Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus), Atlantic spotted dolphins […]
July 19, 2026

13.07.2026 – Diversity

Today, a total of five different species of marine mammals were spotted across our various tours – an impressive demonstration of the remarkable biodiversity found in […]