One of the big reasons we went to Niue was to see humpback whales. And to snorkel with them. There is no diving allowed with them so this was the best way to be in the water with them. We did catch some luck on our snorkel trip and we saw two hanging out for a minute or so. I think they sensed us so they turned to have a look and then swam away. Of course the video doesn't do the experience justice but it's still pretty cool to watch and remember what it was like swimming with these amazing creatures! We're about 30m away from the whales in this video.
The day after our snorkel trip, Dustin was diving and I was hanging out at the hotel pool, just watching the sea. There was plenty to keep me occupied with all the whales and dolphins but then I saw another snorkel tour's experience and it looked pretty awesome. The whale actually stayed around for a while too so it must have been great viewing!
wow, that must have been amazing!
ReplyDeleteYes it was pretty surreal. When the whales turned and looked at us, even though it was a smooth and slow motion, it felt like they were going to swim to us which was kind of scary!! It was nuts too, seeing them jump out of the water to breach - luckily none too close to our boat! But I couldn't imagine being close to them doing that, they are so huge!
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