20.11.2020 – Surface time
Many cetaceans, like the enormous Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) spend the majority of their time below the surface which often makes encounters with these impressive toothed whales a slight challenge. However, like all cetaceans, Sperm whales must return to the…
19.11.2020 – Apnea
I had the pleasure of accompanying many lovely guests on both our tours today who were all eager to learn as much as possible about our favourite ocean inhabitants. During our morning tour on the Stenella this morning, our spotter…
17.11.2020 – No dentist needed
It was wonderful today! Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) alone, Sperm whales in a pair, Sperm whales in a group of seven. Sperm whales with the Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis). Resting, breathing, socializing and relaxing Sperm whales, but as well…
12.11.2020 – Thinking ahead
The conditions were perfect as we set out to sea aboard our traditional boat this morning and our crew was ready to provide our guests with spectacular sightings at the surface of this vast, generous ocean. Despite the great conditions,…
11.11.2020 – A trail of information
Some animals are easier to recognise than others and our team has been left intrigued by one specific Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) that seems to be visiting the waters of the island relatively frequently. We tend to see the animal…
09.11.2020 – Finding fins
Dorsal fins are very important for both cetaceans and whale enthusiasts! The dorsal fin along with the animals flippers and caudal fin ensure smooth movement through the water and allow the animal to maintain direction and stability whilst swimming. They…
07.11.2020 – The long road
The weather didn’t make things easy for our team and guests this morning. As we left the marina our spotter found a group of Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) moving through the grey, windy waters of the Atlantic. Unfortunately our crew…
05.11.2020 – Rewarded efforts
The weather forecast wasn’t too promising for successful tours this week but our team decided to give it a go today aboard the Ribeira Brava with a lovely group of guests. Our spotter scanned the ocean carefully before the tour…
02.11.2020 – Peaceful ambassadors
We never truly know what awaits us out at sea before we head out for a trip…. and the Atlantic Ocean is indeed full of surprises! The diversity of cetaceans visiting the waters of oceanic islands is astonishing; the deep…
30.10.2020 – Enjoining or destroying
A summer morning at sea with peacefully migrating Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis) and later peacefully resting Short-finned Pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus). Also in the afternoon there was a wonderful encounter with Pilot whales, who were close to the boat…