Youll feel your spirits soar as you search for one of the worlds greatest mammals. St lucia won kwazulunatals town of the year in 2010 and is unique in that it is the only private village in the world that is surrounded by a world heritage site. Each airconditioned room is individually decorated. Gliding on mesmerizing turquoiseblue waters, sip your drink and witness some of the oceans most playful and majestic creatures. See the stunning coastline, fishing villages, deserted coves, and the majestic pitons in the distance as you look out for these extraordinary beautiful mammals or listen for their incredible cries. Whale watching tours south africa best whale watching in sa. A surf launch off the st lucia coastline is an experience in its own right. Whale watching with st lucia charters in st lucia, kwazulu natal. Whale watching st lucia south africa posts facebook. In light of erroneous facts being circulated regarding the proposed dolphin discovery facility at pigeon island st. St lucia whale and dolphin spotting barefoot holidays saint. About ocean experience whale watching ocean experience based in st lucia offers you an opportunity to witness the surrounding coastline. The boats knowledgeable captain will be sure to head to the animals favorite.
Go on an adventure with renowned skipper danie bennett, who together with his qualified crew has a treasurehouse full of knowledge about the whales. P igeon island national park is heralded as one of the most important monuments of saint lucias history. Here is our list of recommended whale watching companies in south africa. Experience the magical splendor of our unique dolphin and whale watching experience. Lucia marine guide 199899, there is not even a single mention of a dolphin or whale, much less of whale watching. The magnificent landscape of isimangaliso wetland park by boat is spectacular.
Let your spirits soar on this extraordinary educational adventure and join a 3hour whale watching and dolphin spotting trip. Cool video of our new boat for whale watching tours in st lucia south africa the biggest safest in this part of the world. Lucia with hackshaws boat charters 120215 nice pod of spinner and spotted dolphins seen today. Hypocrite huntes government had approved dolphin park. The trip didnt have the best start, it was rough sea and it rained heavily, to the point you couldnt see much. Best whale watching islands and resorts in the caribbean. This destination is better known for its lovely beaches and is amazing resorts. A perfect jewel in the caribbean sea, saint lucia is one of the windward islands in the lesser antilles, that trail down in a curve from the larger. I booked a whale and dolphin watching trip offered by viking cruises.
So i did the unthinkable for a travel bloggeri put the camera away. Then come along with us as an experienced crew takes you out for some whale and dolphin watching off the coast of st. Lucia marigot bay kayaking with pigeon island tour and. Dolphin and whale watching safari castries, saint lucia. Whalesong guest house is situated in the heart of the st. Pigeon island national park is heralded as one of the most important monuments of saint lucias history. An up close and personal experience from as close as 50ms, which will leave you with fond memories. Lucia premium dolphin and whale watching excursion. Cruise the coastal waters of st lucia while searching for whales and dolphins during this 3hour excursion. Have your camera at the ready while the boat skirts the islands northern. I learned that you should never start off a whale watching trip by saying i never get seasick. Whale watching tours st lucia isimangaliso zululand humpback whales, southern right whales, dolphins, whale sharks, marine birds. Whale watching with st lucia charters in st lucia, kwazulu.
Rates and accommodation whalesong st lucia guest house. The turks caicos islands will give you the opportunity to view mainly the humpback whale. Lucia, this petition aims to educate the public and the people about the factual plans in place for this development. Lucia and the indian ocean along the elephant coast. There is something enchanting and exciting about coming face to face with sea creatures which are 20 metres long, weigh approximately 44 tonnes and make noises that can be heard up to five miles away. With 85% chance of sightings, it is a great way to spend a relaxing time enjoying the turquoise waters of the caribbean sea. We also treat you to hippo and croc sightings aboard our luxury double deck passenger ferry on lake st lucia, and for the fisherman in you, our deep sea fishing adventure will definitely hook you. Whale watching from st lucia offers you an opportunity to witness humpback whales, flying fish, whale sharks, and dolphins. Lucia whale watching excursion, visitors will head out to sea on a boat to view whales and dolphins. For business owners every day, we help thousands of travelers plan great vacations. Lucia with one of three sandals allinclusive resorts, each. The most popular whale watching activity is boat based and thousands of visitors flock to st.
From the 1 st of june to the 30 th of november there are daily tours if the weather allows which. Humpback whale sightings offer the most incredible cure for seasickness. However, prime minister chastanet noted that huntes party gave favour to. Experience a funfilled whale and dolphin watching tour off the coast of richardsbay. Overview of tourism activities in castries, saint lucia getyourguide. During my caribbean cruise on viking sea, we visited st lucia. Lucia whale and dolphin watching excursion, you will meet your guide at your st. Prospective whale watch operators from dominica were invited to come to the threeday workshop and funding was provided for travel and accommodation in some cases. Mystic man tours offers a complete range of ocean adventures to visitors.
Whalesong bed and breakfast is situated on the elephant coast in the heart of the exquisite st lucia world heritage site between lake st lucia and the indian ocean in south africa. When is the best time of year to go whale watching in st lucia. We have always believed whales and dolphins are worth a great deal more. A proposed dolphin park in the north of the island has sparked public debate, with thousands signing petitions against the development. Advantage tours are one of the top two boat based whale and dolphin watching operators in south africa. When this launch is the beginning of a twohour whale watching journey, it comes with the anticipation of an adventure. Whale watching season opens 1 june ends 30 november humpback whales migrate annually from the summer feeding grounds of antarctic to southern madagascar for warmer winter waters to mate and. Travel 2 miles out to the 3,000 feet deep ledge and follow this route down the west coast to soufriere where the most spectacular sightings have occurred, a onceinalifetime experience. Lucia whale and dolphin watching society members hope soon to be in a position to work on an interpretation centre so that information on the regions many cetaceans can be readily accessible to st. Lucia premium dolphin and whale watching excursion st. The company has grown a solid reputation by offering good value for money, excellent customer service and operates a fleet of.
Spend the day out on the water off the coast of st lucia on this whale and dolphin watching cruise. Learn about the marine mammals that live in st lucias waters from your expert captain and experienced crew. Funded by the whale and dolphin conservation society, this pioneer workshop was presented by mark carwardine in november 1994. The company they used for our trip is captain mikes. It features a spacious garden and swimming pool with braai lapa.
The duration of the whale watching from st lucia is approximately 2 hours long out at sea. From fishing trips, whale watching, snorkeling, to sailing. Overview of tourism activities in castries, saint lucia. Lucia got the best whale watching in south africa, and the whales come within just 3 kilometres of the st. African wings, southern right charters and dyer island cruises in the overberg. Lucia guide to whales and dolphins in the caribbean. There is no listing for whale watching in the 98page a4 colour glossy visions st. Lucia castries cruise terminal and then board the extremely spacious and comfortable doubledeck 50ft power.
Lucia is afforded an exemption under the spaw protocol for subsistence fisheries and dolphin and pilot whale meat is still consumed here, the trickledown effect of the whale watching industry, not to mention the overall dollar value both direct and to peripheral businesses is, of course. We spotted a few dolphin fins in the distance but the real star of the show was the sperm whale we got to see. Surrender to this extraordinary adventure as you join us a st lucia whale and dolphin spotting experience. Female sperm whales, pilot and humpback whales are around all year. St lucia whale and dolphin spotting barefoot holidays. The sandals tours does advertise that it takes you down the west coast to soufriere so that wouls definitely show you marigot bay and the pitons from the water. Whale watching tour in kwazulunatal st lucia, south. You will be pampered by our professional and courteous staff who will not only make sure you are comfortable but ensure that you have an educational experience on board with us. We offer the only premium whale watch tour on island, with our luxury power catamaran, lady anne. I highly doubt you will see more of marigot than the mouth of the bay though as you will be pretty far off the coast.
Robert devaux and his team established the first national park in saint lucia. Support the proposed dolphin discovery at pigeon island st. Mesmerizing turquoise blue waters blessed with abundance of marine life surrounds this beautiful nature island of ours. With that long of a trip down the coast, it would easily be at least a 4 hour trip. It is a representation of the islands culture and history.
Join this day of adventure and come look out for whales and dolphins in their natural habitat in the caribbean sea. Whale and dolphin watching with captain mikes st lucia. Lucia tours and charters, operating from both richards bay and st. Dominicas pioneers in the whale watching business, the armour family are in the process of branching out into sperm whale research, and st. However, these islands are located north of the dominican republic, which is one of the top whale watching spots in the caribbean. In 1979, with hard work and dedication to this historical site, mr. Surrender to this extraordinary adventure as you join us a whale watching and dolphin spotting experience. Ocean experience whale watching st lucia 2020 all you. Whale watching tours st lucia isimangaliso zululand. Captain mikes sports fishing and whale watching tours. Apr 01, 2018 during my caribbean cruise on viking sea, we visited st lucia. Premium st lucia whale and dolphin watching cruise 2020. Whale watching tours south africa best whale watching in. Gliding on mesmerising turquoiseblue waters, sip your drink and witness some of the oceans most playful and majestic creatures.
It starts with an early morning call and a short drive over 400m of beach in a 4x4 vehicle. Enjoy a half day trip aboard your own 28ft ocean going catamaran. Whale and dolphin watching cruise in st lucia we were docking at st lucia on a cruise and did the dolphin and whale watching on free willy as a group of 8. Learn about the marine mammals that live in st lucia s waters from your expert captain and experienced crew. The company has grown a solid reputation by offering good value for money, excellent customer service and operates a fleet of well maintained and modern vessels in st lucia. With 85% chance of sightings, it is a great way to spend a relaxing. Male sperm whales come between octoberjanuary to mate.
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