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About this trip
There are only two or three places in the world where you can swim with these amazing whales. Dominica in the Caribbean is one of the best, and to keep it that way the government has a strict permitting process.
We have been granted multiple 5 day permits to take guests to swim with the largest carnivore on the planet.
No SCUBA certification needed.
We will be running multiple sessions to Dominica to spend our days swimming with these amazing animals. Under the permit these are very small groups up to 6 maximum.
We’ve charted a boat just for us, and we'll get up to 8 hours a day to find and swim with these gentle giants. Given the population in Dominica is year round, we predict a high likelihood of frequent encounters. Those times when we're not seeing them, there are plenty of other mammals to keep us occupied, here's just a few that are commonly seen, Remember though, nothing is guaranteed, and they are wild animals, it’s up to them if they are around.
- False killer whales
- Spinner, bottlenose, and spotted Dolphins
- Pilot whales
Basic Itinerary for these trips.
Day 1. Land in Dominica and be transferred to our accommodations on the North West side of the island
Day 2- 6. Breakfast then head out to swim with Sperm Whales and anything else we see!!!
Day 7. Transfer back to Airport for your flights home.
What’s included
- Accommodation6 nights accommodation inc. breakfast
- PermitGovernment permit fee
- Airport TransfersAirport Transfers on expedition arrival and departure dates
- Boat days5 days out on the water (~8am - 3:30pm)
- Lunch onboardLunch and refreshments onboard expedition vessel
What’s not included
- FlightsInternational and Domestic flights
- EquipmentNo rental gear - best to bring your own as there is limited options on the island
- Travel InsuranceStrongly recommended
- Private TransfersAny airport transfer outside the arrival and departure dates of each session
- GratuitiesTips for crew
- Additional expensesPersonal expenses, dinners, alcoholic drinks
Available Packages
These sessions are led by Aimee Jan (@oceanaimee), photographer and guide for Just the Wild. She is an acclaimed photographer, and has also been a guide on Ningaloo reef in Western Australia for the past 10 + years. Taking clients from all over the world to swim with whale sharks, mantas, humpback whales, and frequently up close with tiger sharks.
We're excited to have Aimee guide these expeditions not only is she an accomplished photographer, but her calm nature, patience, and respect for the animals will aid in bringing you exceptional encounters.
These sessions are led by Aimee Jan (@oceanaimee), photographer and guide for Just the Wild. She is an acclaimed photographer, and has also been a guide on Ningaloo reef in Western Australia for the past 10 + years. Taking clients from all over the world to swim with whale sharks, mantas, humpback whales, and frequently up close with tiger sharks.
We're excited to have Aimee guide these expeditions not only is she an accomplished photographer, but her calm nature, patience, and respect for the animals will aid in bringing you exceptional encounters.
These sessions are led by Aimee Jan (@oceanaimee), photographer and guide for Just the Wild. She is an acclaimed photographer, and has also been a guide on Ningaloo reef in Western Australia for the past 10 + years. Taking clients from all over the world to swim with whale sharks, mantas, humpback whales, and frequently up close with tiger sharks.
We're excited to have Aimee guide these expeditions not only is she an accomplished photographer, but her calm nature, patience, and respect for the animals will aid in bringing you exceptional encounters.
** No single supplement available this session.**
These sessions are led by Aimee Jan (@oceanaimee), photographer and guide for Just the Wild. She is an acclaimed photographer, and has also been a guide on Ningaloo reef in Western Australia for the past 10 + years. Taking clients from all over the world to swim with whale sharks, mantas, humpback whales, and frequently up close with tiger sharks.
We're excited to have Aimee guide these expeditions not only is she an accomplished photographer, but her calm nature, patience, and respect for the animals will aid in bringing you exceptional encounters.