Whale watching is a captivating activity where travellers have the chance to observe cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises) in their natural habitat. 

It has become such an essential part of expedition and small-ship adventure cruises for two reasons. The first is the opportunity to have up-close experiences with these magnificent creatures in remote environments like the Arctic, Antarctic and various coastal waters such as Baja California.

Humans also connect with cetaceans due to their intelligence, social behaviours, and complex emotions, which can resonate with us deeper than other connections we make with wildlife. Read our original story, 'A Whale of a Time', by renowned ocean writer Melissa Hobson, for more on this topic. 

Observing their social interactions and communication in the wild can invoke a sense of kinship, fostering a desire to understand and protect these sentient beings and their habitats. This connection inspires conservation efforts and a greater appreciation for the oceans and the diverse life they support.