We offer five spacious airconditioned bedrooms and the en suite. While relaxing on the turquoise waters of the caribbean sea, keep an eye out for. A full speed start from the beach to cross the breaking waves. Have your camera at the ready while the boat skirts the islands northern coast looking for signs of these magnificent animals. Experience the magical splendor of our unique dolphin and whale. St lucia won kwazulunatals town of the year in 2010 and is unique in that it is the only private village in the world that is surrounded by a world heritage site. Whale watching st lucia south africa posts facebook. Whale watching in st lucia, south africa monkeys and mountains. The temperature during this time is relatively cooler with little rain. Whalesong is a 4 star guest house situated in the world heritage site of st lucia. A selection of short videos of my whale watching excursions in st lucia. These are most often seen between midjune and november. High season 16 dec to 8 jan 2020 3 night min sea spray. Although whales can be spotted from the beach right place right time, viewing whales from a boat is a completely different experience.
Humpback whale sightings are virtually guaranteed in st lucia from june november. Recently, two of our guests went whale watching and they were totally overwhelmed by the size of the whales and how close they actually get to the boat they even saw dolphin. Unlike the better known boatbased whale watching further south, whale watching boat trips from st lucia are mostly focussed on humpback whales, not southern right whales. Experience the magical splendor of our unique dolphin and whale watching experience. Premium st lucia whale and dolphin watching cruise 2020 viator. But, the only option we can find is advantage tours, which is very expensive almost 7000 zar for all of us as they. It was one of the best whale watching trips ive ever been on. It starts with an early morning call and a short drive over 400m of beach in a 4x4 vehicle. Whale watching st lucia indian ocean whale watching. October to february is the best time for whale watching in saint lucia.
St lucia and the chance of seeing humpback whales however, these waters are also loved by the many whales that frequent this part of the ocean, just a stone s throw from the sand, every year. January is the coolest month with an average temperature of 75 degrees fahrenheit. Whale watching season starts june to end of november. Maarten is becoming an excellent choice for the caribbean especially with octopus diving scuba dive and snorkel in st martin st maarten we dont have a dolphin petting area and we are currently protesting against such a thing on the island with dolphin defenders. Come and experience our friendly environment where our intention is to ensure you have pleasant and relaxing experience. Lucia, we are lucky to have several different species of whale and dolphin in our waters, either resident in the area or passing through. Whalesong bed and breakfast is situated on the elephant coast in the heart of the exquisite st lucia world heritage site between lake st lucia and the indian ocean in south africa. Dolphins are the ones that are most frequently spotted along the west coast of st lucia, between 3 km and 5 km off the coast. Lucia whale and dolphin watching excursion, you will meet your guide at your st. Linda and paul are very friendly and well informed on the local flora and fauna. Temperatures average in the mid 80s, with summer months seeing the 90s, and the winter months averaging in the low 70s. We had a great trip with hackshaw boat charter we were a group of 10 plus a toddler and the boat was a perfect size wit enough coverage from he sun if needed.
The boats knowledgeable captain will be sure to head to the animals favorite. It is a beautiful, modern house with tropical gardens and large swimming pool, lounge with big screen tv and dstv. A legally permitted holder ocean experience will undoubtedly ensure a value for money experiance. Whale watching st lucia kayaking st lucia horse riding st. I learned that you should never start off a whale watching trip by saying i never get seasick. Lucia got the best whale watching in south africa, and the whales. The best time to go whale watching in st lucia is mid may to mid december in the indian ocean. If you are planning to see some whales and dolphins, but at the same time want to avoid hurricane season, the best time to visit saint lucia would be in the months of december, january or february. Lucia whale watching excursion, visitors will head out to sea on a boat to view whales and dolphins. The hurricane season can produce a period of rain that lasts for several days, but the island only averages five rainy days a month.
Sperm whales are also regularly seen off the northwest. Ocean experience whale watching st lucia tripadvisor. Female sperm whales, pilot and humpback whales are around all year. Whale watching st lucia south africa home facebook. Unforgettable whale watching boat tour from saint lucia south africa. There is something enchanting and exciting about coming face to face with sea creatures which are 20 metres long, weigh approximately 44 tonnes and make noises that can be heard up to five miles away. Learn about the marine mammals that live in st lucias waters from your expert captain and experienced crew. Eco info, whale watching, whale watching richards bay, whale watching st lucia humpback reproduction humpback whale breeding occurs mostly in the winter to early spring while near the surface and in warm, tropical waters. During the month of june to november, thousands of humpback whales pass st. Whale watching tour south africa saint lucia youtube. Then return to the antarctic for the summer months the most popular whale watching activity is boat based and thousands of visitors flock to st.
Hes a friend of mine, and does a great tour job to south side of island via boat. This is something exceptionally special, and anyone that is wanting a memory to last beyond a lifetime should join this whale watching trip. There is something enchanting and exciting about coming face to face with sea creatures which are 60 feet long, weigh approximately 44 tonnes and make noises that can be heard up to five miles away. When the lobster fishery is closed it is illegal for. St lucia offers you an opportunity to witness the mighty humpback whale as they migrate past st lucia from june to end november, this magnificent 2 hour boat based whale watching excursions allows one to get closer to nature.
Cruise the coastal waters of st lucia while searching for whales and dolphins during this 3hour excursion. Excellent breakfast with freshly baked bread, and a wonderful braai for the asking. Of course, youre also likely to see loads of dolphins and sea birds. Lucia area soon and would love to go whale watching. An up close and personal experience from as close as 50ms, which will leave you with fond memories. Swedish tradition a time of peace, plenty originally published december 10, 2010 at 10. Lucian waters are various dolphins, especially spinner and pantropical spotted, sighted from inshore to 23 miles offshore 35 km and shortfinned pilot whales some 320 miles 532 km from shore. Whale watching from st lucia st lucia message board. Humpback whale watching off st lucia nightjar travel. Best whale watching islands and resorts in the caribbean. The best time to visit saint lucia is winters december to may. When is the best time of year to go whale watching in st lucia.
Hospital visit from the carol burnett show full sketch duration. The st lucia whale watching tour is no walk along the pier and gently step into the boat procedure, the staff is quick to tell you as you make your way to the beach. When this launch is the beginning of a twohour whale watching journey, it comes with the anticipation of an adventure. There are a number of different destinations that offer fascinating water sports adventures, but when it comes to whale watching there are a few spots in that caribbean that stands out. Whale watching tours st lucia isimangaliso zululand humpback whales, southern right whales, dolphins, whale sharks, marine birds. Whale watching tours st lucia isimangaliso zululand. Lucia premium dolphin and whale watching excursion. Rates and accommodation whalesong st lucia guest house.
In northern kzn, the whales start arriving in mid may with the last whales leaving by mid november. Visiting the caribbean for whale watching in adventures is just a fun way to enjoy sailing in the islands. Male sperm whales come between octoberjanuary to mate. The most common cetaceans seen by boat yearround in st. Humpback whale sightings offer the most incredible cure for seasickness. I wonder if anyone can tell me if one is likely to have a worthwhile trip at end september taking this trip that seems available with advantage tours. Travel 2 miles out to the 3,000 feet deep ledge and follow this route down the west coast to soufriere where the most spectacular sightings have occurred, a onceinalifetime experience. Whale watching in st lucia in st lucia, kwazulu natal. Premium st lucia whale and dolphin watching cruise. Here, you can head out on the water aboard a charter for an upclose view of these gentle giants and their calves, sometimes you are even able to swim alongside them. St lucia is an excellent holiday destination with plenty to do. So i did the unthinkable for a travel bloggeri put the camera away.
Call captain tom from exodus boat charter at 17584853966. Whale watching st lucia south africa by quentin muir cool video of our new boat for whale watching tours in st lucia south africa the biggest safest in this part of the world. Go on an adventure with renowned skipper danie bennett, who together with his qualified crew has a treasurehouse full of knowledge about the whales. Whale watching archives st lucia tours charters safaris. The average temperature in saint lucia even otherwise remains between 75 to.
St lucia, south africa 15 contributions 1 helpful vote adrenaline experience if there is one thing you can not do then it is to compare our whale watching in st lucia. Lucian waters are various dolphins, especially spinner and pantropical spotted, sighted from inshore to 23 miles offshore 35 km and. Lucia castries cruise terminal and then board the extremely spacious and comfortable doubledeck 50ft power catamaran to spot the migrating mammals in the waters off st. Humpback whales may be witnessed from the st lucia town as well as cape vidal. If you ever wanted a chance to have a dolphin encounter underwater, while scuba diving, st. Lucia guide to whales and dolphins in the caribbean. Whale watching with st lucia charters in st lucia, kwazulu.
St lucia offers you a opportunity to witness one of the most incredible sightings of humpback whales. This is also when leatherback turtles haul themselves ashore to lay their eggs, thought youll need to head here earlier if you want to see migrating humpback whales. Whale watching season opens 1 june ends 30 november humpback whales migrate annually from the summer feeding grounds of antarctic to southern madagascar for warmer winter waters to mate and. St lucia boasts the greatest number of boat based whale sightings of all south african waters. There is something enchanting and exciting about coming face to face with sea creatures which are 60 feet long, weigh approximately 44 tonnes. The experience of encountering whales in their natural habitat makes for an adventure not easily forgotten. Spring into early summer is the best time to visit saint lucia missing peak season as well as the annual rains. Make sure you do a whale watching trip with a certified sabbwwa operator so you can get close to the whales. Midjanuary to midmarch is considered peak season for whale watching in the caribbean, with frequent sightings. A surf launch off the st lucia coastline is an experience in its own right. Press release the public is advised that the lobster fishery will be closed from march 1, 2015 until august 1, 2015, both days inclusive. Advantage tours and charters are the only legal boatbased whale watching tour operator in st lucia and,although the trip is costly, the experience is unforgettable. When these gentle giants migrate off the shores of st lucia south africa during the winter months.
Advantage cruiser legal boat based whale watching permit holder since 1998 concession holder in the st lucia section of the isimangaliso wetland park, and also now durban harbor boat based whale watching as close as 50 ms to view the mighty humpback whales which migrate past this coastline from end may untill beginning of december annually. You may also see a variety of pelagic bird life, dolphin frolicking alongside the bow of the boat, sea turtles in season, shark, marlin,whale shark and other interesting marine mammals and cetacean. Lucia marine guide 199899, there is not even a single mention of a dolphin or whale, much less of whale watching. St lucia tours and charters whale watching in st lucia.
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