Whale Watching in Samana

3.6 (13 reviews) Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
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Duration11h - 13h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
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Overview

It is an amazing sight waiting for you every winter in the Samana Bay, the humpback whales moving from the their arctic home to the warm waters of the protective bay of Samana to give birth and mate. The show is impressive, when the 40-ton males jump up the water and fall down a few meters ahead.

What's included

  • Whale Watching
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Breakfast
  • Dominican-style Lunch
  • Boat ride
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks with the lunch not included

What to expect

  1. Puerto Plata
    10m
    We pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Plata
  2. Sosua
    10m
    We pick you up from your hotel in Sosua
  3. Cabarete
    10m
    We pick you up from your hotel in Cabarete
  4. Samana Bay
    9h · Admission ticket included
    Every year from the middle of January until the end of March you are able to see Humpback Whales in Samana. Samana is considered one of the best places in the world for humpback whale watching. These beautiful and giant marine mammals, breathe air and come out regularly to the surface, remain in apnea for about 20 minutes, but can remain under water for up to 40 minutes.

    Whales come to give birth to their little ones because the whalebone, when born, has a very thin layer of fat to withstand the cold waters. At birth it measures between 3.50 and 5 meters, and weighs a ton.

    After being collected from your hotel in Puerto Plata, Sosua, or Cabarete, make your way to Samana and enjoy the amazing views of the lovely Dominican landscapes. Departing from the dock in the town of Samana, we will transport you in comfortable, fast and secure boats and navigate in search of whales.
  5. 2h · Admission ticket included
    Next we will head to Bacardi Island, Cayo Levantado is the local name of the island. On the island a delicious typical Dominican lunch will be served. After lunch and to finalize your wonderful experience you will enjoy turquoise waters and white sand of Cayo Levantado.

    It is a very long day but really worth  to visit.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • contact for the exact tour departure time

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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