Name: Sperm Whales 2024 - Group 2
Start: 2024-02-19T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-02-25T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Dominica

Nomad Diving

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6 reviews

Feb 19 - 25, 2024

Group size: 1 - 8

Sperm Whales 2024 - Group 2

Dominica

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Nomad Diving

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6 reviews

Feb 19 - 25, 2024

Group size: 1 - 8

Dominica is home to a large population of sperm whales, they live year round in this area. This is the best destinations in the world for sperm whale encounters, where the ocean conditions are mostly calm, visibility is clear and warm waters.

It is a snorkeling activity. Encounters may vary, sometimes they might be interested and playful, other encounters will last minutes.

We only take groups of max 4 guests and it is a snorkeling only activity.

LOCATION

Dominica, Lesser Antilles, Portsmouth

DURATION

7 days/6 nights

LODGING

Basic accommodation on double occupancy at hotel.

DATES 2024

February 14-20

February 19-25

ACTIVITY

5 days of snorkeling with sperm whales (weather permitting)

GUESTS

Max. 4 guests + staff

COST

$6,800.00 USD per person

*Trip costs, logistics, hotel and dates are subject to change without prior notice.

Every participant must be fit for swimming and snorkeling and in good health. This is an active expedition and sometimes there will be a lot of swimming. We will be getting in and out of the water throughout the day.

You will need to be able to climb up the ladder of the boat.

No scuba certification required.

Divers and non-divers alike.

Expect to spend long hours on boats.

Snorkeling is done in the open ocean, we recommend to bring good fins, a snorkel and a mask.

Fly to Dominica. You can fly directly from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Douglas Charles (DOM) formerly known as Melville Hall in Dominica Island.

You can book a direct flight on American Airlines.

Flights to Dominica are two times a week. Make sure you book your flights accordingly.

We will be staying at the InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa. A 5 star luxury hotel in Dominica.

The hotel has restaurants that offer international cuisine, swimming pools, spa, among other amenities.

Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the resort guarantees peace and quiet during your stay. The resort is only a short distance away from some of the most breath-taking natural sights on the island including hot springs, waterfalls, rivers and canyons.

Surface temperature: Average 76-84° F/ 24-29° C

Water temperature: Average 80-82° F/ 26-28° C

Visibility: ranging from 80 - 100 ft/ 24-30 mts

Day 1
Day 1
Arrival (Day 1 of your selected date)
Arrival to Dominica, check-in at hotel

Afternoon at leisure and getting gear ready

Dinner and briefing for following days
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Day 2-6
Day 2-6
Ocean Days
Early breakfast

We will get picked up at dock from hotel every morning

Spend the day searching for sperm whales (weather permitting)

Only two people + guide will be allowed in the water the same time.

We will get back in the afternoon (between 2:00-4:00 PM, time may vary depending on conditions and encounters)

Afternoon at leisure

Dinner

Note: Other than our time on the water. everything is flexible. There’s no schedule after we arrive back at the hotel. You’re free to explore the island, if you want to have dinner on another part of the island, or at a different time. (Any extra activities are on your own and not included in the cost of the trip)
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Day 7
Day 7
Departure (Last day of your selected date)
Early breakfast

Departure from Dominica

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Day 1

Arrival (Day 1 of your selected date)

Arrival to Dominica, check-in at hotel

Afternoon at leisure and getting gear ready

Dinner and briefing for following days

Absolutely fantastic trip! As always, Nomad never fail to deliver a top notch experience.

By Helen B for Striped Marlin - November 17-23, 2024 on Dec 06, 2024

It was extraordinary precious experience I had in Austral island with Henley and nomad.The island was so beautiful place and nature was so incredible. Ocean was great action with whales in natural habitat.There was no competition with other operators were fantastic and very important to keep no stress to whale which I loved it that way.The resort was great! All facilities were very good, bed was comfortable,foods were good,warm shower,drinkable tap water.All hospitality was fantastic.Henley and Nomad expedition was really great and Henley and both Pancha and Chris were so helpful and entertaining all guests to make them happy and enjoying every single moment. I loved it everything what I spent moments with them in island.

By Mayumi T for Humpback Whales - September 15-22, 2024 (Henley's Trip) on Oct 02, 2024

I had such an incredible experience on this trip - well organized, incredible whale encounters, fun group, perfect way to explore this part of the world. They also really understand the needs of photographers and cater well to helping you get the best shots possible while in and out of the water. I highly recommend this tour company and will definitely join them for another adventure in the future.

By Sam N for Humpback Whales - September 8-15, 2024 on Sep 26, 2024

Nomad (Chris and Poncha) always does an impeccable job organizing trips that combine adventure and rare experiences with attention to detail and making sure guests are comfortable and enjoying themselves. This wasn't my first expedition with them and won't be the last!

By Craig R for Humpback Whales - September 15-22, 2024 (Henley's Trip) on Sep 24, 2024

I've been with many expedition companies before and this one is top notch. We requested a private expedition to have an attempt to be able to see the orcas. They were very accommodating with our request and patient with our questions. The casita we stayed in was fantastic and convenient. Directions were clear. For the expedition itself, we had 2 days on the water. The first day, we immediately found a large, friendly fever of mobula rays. The captain was very attentive and navigated us so we could get into the water with them and also for us to take good topside photos of when they were jumping. On the 2nd day, they got reports that orcas were spotted way south so we went far south and finally found the orcas and had a great, long, and private encounter with a pod of 3 orcas including a baby. The captain somehow spotted 2 mating turtles also from very far away. The company is also very conscious about environmentalism and having respectful interactions with the sea life. I cannot say enough great things about the owners, Irena and Chris. I look forward to doing another adventure with them again in the near future!