Cetaceans, including whales, dolphins, and porpoises, are a significant highlight of expedition cruises, offering memorable encounters for passengers and photographers. The excitement of seeing these marine mammals in their natural habitat, whether from the ship's deck, a zodiac, or a snorkelling group, is widely regarded as an unparalleled experience. 

From the largest animals on Earth to the most socially active, cetaceans are true emblems of conservation and the need for education to protect them. 

Whether witnessing a whale breach or spy hop (when a whale sticks its head out of the water) or listening to the songs of humpback whales via hydrophones, cetaceans are complex and have so much to teach us, helped by the experts you’ll travel with on your trip.

We will continue to build the content and listings of our wildlife directory, so do return for regular updates. To kick these amazing creatures off, let's cut to a cheeky Minke video in Antarctica!