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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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). […]
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 […]
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 […]