On these islands, you dont have to go far from shore to find big adventures. Then return to the antarctic for the summer months. Cool video of our new boat for whale watching tours in st lucia south africa the biggest safest in this part of the world. Humpback whales may be witnessed from the st lucia town as well as cape vidal. In november 2004 ifaw hosted an international conference on whale. Female sperm whales, pilot and humpback whales are around all year.
Thanks to warm weather, clear waters and an abundance of large marine mammals, the caribbean is gaining an international reputation as one of the worlds best whale wa. Hi guys, arriving in about a week with my wife for a 5day stay. 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. Come and experience our friendly environment where our intention is to ensure you have pleasant and relaxing experience. Lucia and the indian ocean along the elephant coast. When we are in st lucia we arrive in the afternoon, we will go on night safari in wetland park. It is a beautiful, modern house with tropical gardens and large swimming pool, lounge with big screen tv and dstv. Whale watching st lucia south africa posts facebook. The months from june to november are offseason for st lucia.
Catch a glimpse of the stunning coastline, bustling fishing villages, and deserted coves as you listen for the sounds of giant whales and cavorting dolphins. Lucia in the kwazulu natal province, and focus mainly on. Male sperm whales come between octoberjanuary to mate. Whale watching st lucia indian ocean whale watching. St lucia is a tropical paradise, with an easy island style, neither too casual nor formal. Select a destination to see more weather parameters. This is something exceptionally special, and anyone that is wanting a memory to last beyond a lifetime should join this whale watching trip.
Lucia to seek out the worlds largest mammals in their natural habitat. Learn about the marine mammals that live in st lucia s waters from your expert captain and experienced crew. Learn about the marine mammals that live in st lucias waters from your expert captain and experienced crew. Have your camera at the ready while the boat skirts the islands northern coast looking for signs of these magnificent animals. Ocean experience whale watching st lucia 2020 all you. Vacationers should be aware that in the more mountainous parts of the island, the rainfall amounts will be greater and temperatures will be slightly cooler providing. Spend the day out on the water off the coast of st lucia on this whale and dolphin watching cruise. Interestingly, the best time of the year to visit dominica to go whale watching is in the months of november to april. Whale watching tours st lucia isimangaliso zululand humpback whales, southern right whales, dolphins, whale sharks, marine birds.
We want to combine the whale watch trip with the shark cage diving in simons town or with the hippo and croc tour in st lucia, both on 1 day. Lucia has the potential to see the highest temperatures of the year and also has the greatest chance to see severe tropical weather. Lucia daily high temperatures are around 85f, rarely falling below 82f or exceeding 88f. Lucia, there will need to be enforced regulations, naturalist guides on the boats, and an education programme that helps ensure the conservation of marine fauna. Mar 24, 2009 what time of year are whales in st lucia. 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. Some of the main species of whales you will get to view the killer, bryde, humpback, dwarf and the pygmy sperm whales. In november, on the way to your place for lunch we saw a large group of pilot whales off the pitons and like you said it was priceless. There have been a recorded 25 different of marine mammals species found in our waters. Premium st lucia whale and dolphin watching cruise 2020. Enjoy a half day trip aboard your own 28ft ocean going catamaran. Have your camera at the ready while the boat skirts the islands northern. A selection of short videos of my whale watching excursions in st lucia.
Saint lucia expert recommend education recommend magazine. Rates and accommodation whalesong st lucia guest house. We just returned from a trip to south africa that was to have included whale watching with advantage tours out of st. 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. Whalesong guest house is located in the heart of the st lucia world heritage site, between st lucia and the indian ocean along the elephant coast. Dolphin and whale watching safari castries, saint lucia. Get the latest coronavirus covid19 updates for st lucia with current travel advice, statistics and online resources below are average maximum temperatures at popular destinations in st lucia in november. The best time to go whale watching in st lucia is mid may to mid december in the indian ocean. The most popular whale watching activity is boat based and thousands of visitors flock to st.
However, these islands are located north of the dominican republic, which is one of the top whale watching spots in the caribbean. Mar 30, 2017 and while the fresh fish in st lucia is a culinary highlight of our trip, chocolate shares the spotlight. Lucia guide to whales and dolphins in the caribbean. If you have a chance to go to st lucia, go and take a whale and dolphin watch tour with captain mikes. Lucia marine guide 199899, there is not even a single mention of a dolphin or whale, much less of whale watching. It features a spacious garden and swimming pool with braai lapa. Whalesong is a 4 star guest house situated in the world heritage site of st lucia. Experience the magical splendor of our unique dolphin and whale watching experience. The caribbean waters have long been noted for their unique aquatic life, coral reefs and tropical fish.
Daily low temperatures are around 78f, rarely falling below 75f or exceeding 80f. 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. Still, if whale watching is to become successful and of enduring value in st. 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 with the whale watching of hermanus from the beach. Lucia as the official hurricane season is actually 1 june30 november weather is usually perfect midhigh 20s c most of the time, with the evenings being slightly cooler in the mid 20s c in the evening with occasional showers to keep things cool and lush. Whale watching season starts june to end of november.
The turks caicos islands will give you the opportunity to view mainly the humpback whale. Whale watching tours st lucia isimangaliso zululand. Thanks to warm weather, clear waters and an abundance of large marine mammals, the caribbean is gaining an international reputation as one of the worlds best whale watching destinations. With a group of just six to eight fellow anglers, head out into st. The whale watch trip should be 5 june in cpt or 8 june in st lucia.
So i did the unthinkable for a travel bloggeri put the camera away. Lucia s waters to the secret fishing spots only locals know about. With 85% chance of sightings, it is a great way to spend a relaxing. 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. During the month of june to november, thousands of humpback whales pass st. Captain mikes sports fishing and whale watching 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. The caribbeans best islands for whale watching tropixtraveler. Whale watching with st lucia charters in st lucia, kwazulu natal. A perfect jewel in the caribbean sea, saint lucia is one of the windward islands in the lesser antilles, that trail down in a curve from the larger. 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. Breaching of humpbacks is a common sight and definitely one to remember. Get tons of personalized attention and the best possible chance to land a fish on this smallgroup fishing charter from st.
Lucia between august and october when the whale migration is at its peak. A legally permitted holder ocean experience will undoubtedly ensure a value for money experiance. I learned that you should never start off a whale watching trip by saying i never get seasick. I have noticed that a few companies offer whale and dolphin watching tours. Lucia in november november is a month of transition between the wet summer months and the dry winter months. Sep 20, 2008 a selection of short videos of my whale watching excursions in st lucia. About ocean experience whale watching ocean experience based in st lucia offers you an opportunity to witness the surrounding coastline. Has anyone had any experience with a whale watching tour in st. Best whale watching islands and resorts in the caribbean. It would not be surprising if several thousand people were going whale watching from st. 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. An up close and personal experience from as close as 50ms, which will leave you with fond memories. We offer five spacious airconditioned bedrooms and the en suite. Cruise the coastal waters of st lucia while searching for whales and dolphins during this 3hour excursion.
Castries, castries, saint lucia monthly weather accuweather. However, i have to warn you that advantage tours canceled our planned tours two times because we were the only two people who had signed up. Whale watching disappointment hackshaws boat charters. 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. When these gentle giants migrate off the shores of st lucia south africa during the winter months. Join this day of adventure and come look out for whales and dolphins in their natural habitat in the caribbean sea. Lucia as the official hurricane season is actually 1 june30 november weather is usually perfect midhigh 20s c most of the time, with the evenings being slightly cooler in the mid 20s c in the evening with occasional showers to. From the start to the end of the month, the length of the day decreases by 15 minutes, implying an average daily decrease of 31 seconds, and weekly decrease of 3 minutes, 40 seconds the shortest day of the month is november 30, with 11 hours, 22 minutes of daylight and the longest day is november 1, with. This destination is better known for its lovely beaches and is amazing resorts. Humpback whale sightings offer the most incredible cure for seasickness.
Whalesong guest house is situated in the heart of the st. With 85% chance of sightings, it is a great way to spend a relaxing time enjoying the turquoise waters of the caribbean sea. The island is known for its chocolate production, and with 1 week in st lucia were able to sample everything from chocolatebanana daiquiris to chocolate mousse with coconut ice cream. Whale watching archives st lucia tours charters safaris. When is the best time of year to go whale watching in st lucia. November is characterized by a slight drop in temperature and could be wet or dry, but typically the chance to see severe tropical weather is gone by the end of the month.
1420 594 1507 1226 1476 1412 1284 856 617 829 338 318 8 984 1404 1527 841 962 189 1479 248 1206 775 1105 1113 1531 644 725 1255 299 502 1038 1351 264 941 739 1441 728 346 683 407