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Snorkeling with Sperm Whales in Dominica

Big Animals Expedition, Dominica

Sperm Whale - Big Animals Expedition
experience	18 years
where	Dominica, Lesser Antilles, Portsmouth
max no. of guests	4 guests
expedition leader	Amos Nachoum
departure	2016: Jan 24-31, Feb 8-15 (sold out) & Feb 14-21 (sold out)
duration	8 days
pricing	2016: $8,900 per person (prices do not include airfare and hotel accomodations)
vessel	Mama's Money
activities	Snorkeling, free diving
temperature	In-Water: 80 – 82° F (27 – 28° C), On-Water: 76 – 84° F (24 – 29° C)

The Largest Carnivore in the World

It is time to celebrate! As one of the most hunted animals, sperm whales, almost to extinction, has made the best come back in the history of wildlife, and today, there are 250,000 sperm whales in the wild - almost as many as one hundred years ago.

The year-round local population off Dominica is mostly dominated by females and their offspring. In fall the males arrive too, so historically, the months of January and February in Dominica see the most sperm whales. At this time of year, the western side of Dominica is protected from the Atlantic Ocean's storms.

In addition to sperm whales, for the eight hours each day that we will be on the water, we anticipate there will be many other types of big animals species there to photograph such as: killer whales, pilot whales, orcas, and an assortment of dolphin pods.

The Whale Whisperer

Big Animals Expeditions is teaming up with dive operator Andrew Armour, known to the diving community as the 'whale whisperer.' Andrew became friends with the local sperm whales after treating an injured whale named Scar. Over time Andrew and Scar grew to trust one another and in an amazing show of harmony between animal and nature, Scar has grown comfortable around humans. Andrew wants to share his encounters with others, and you can join him through this exclusive BigAnimals expedition.

General Itinerary

Day 1: Depart your hometown via puerto rico (if you arrive from the USA).

Arrive Dominica, melville hall airport with your detailed arrival information. BigAnimals Expeditions will have a transfer waiting for you and bring you to the picard Beach Cottages in Portsmouth.

Days 2-7: Seven days of accommodations at the picard Beach Cottages with daily sperm whale diving including all other cetaceans in Dominica’s waters. we will have plenty of water and lunch on board for you. you will need to bring maximum sun protection, including sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, etc. we also recommend warm clothing such as long sleeve shirts, warm hat, and waterproof windbreakers, for the 8+ hours per day on board and long distance cruising. Sea conditions are mostly calm to moderate, with rising wind in the afternoon.

Day 8: Depart Dominica for home. We will provide you the return transfer to the airport according to your needs.

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Included in tour price:

• Seven nights at the picard Beach Cottages (double occupancy)
• 6 days of searching for and swimming with sperm whales
• Expedition leader: Amos Nachoum
• whale whisperer: Andrew Armour
• only four guests
• round trip transfers from airport to hotel and hotel to airport
• whale swimming permit
• lunch on board the Mama’s Money
• All taxes

Not included in tour price:

• international airfare
• meals not specified above
• Extra activities not specified above
• gratuities to crew
• rental gear
• personal items: alcohol, phone, etc.

Diving Gear and Equpment

Water temperatures range between 78 - 82F or 23C - 25C.

T-shirts and skin suits are sufficient (3mm shorty wetsuit at the most). Please also bring a mask, snorkeling fins, and a snorkel or two. There is no need for a regulator and BC. We may rent these locally if necessary.

*Subject to change, inquire on availability*

For more information
Contact:
Dive Discovery
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1 800 886-7321
(415) 444-5100
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