Whale Protection

Whale lovers, if you haven’t been on a whale watching trip yet. . . well, what are you waiting for? Whale tours can be found throughout the world, so there are plenty of locations on offer. From New Zealand to America’s own coastline, we’ve found some of the best tours for whale lovers of all sizes.The waters of the San Juan Islands in Washington State are home to one of the better known whale species- Orcas. After all, one of their islands is called Orca Island. One company that offers whale watching tours is Maya’s Westside Charter. Captain Jim Maya has been providing whale tours since 1988, so he knows exactly where to find the most Orcas. Maya’s is located at Snug Harbor and offers a 3 hour tour. Rates vary, with children costing 65 and adult tickets running for 75.Dolphin Jet Boat Tours in Alaska also offers a 3 hour expedition. Located in Juneau, this tour gives visitors a chance to view Humpback whales from May to September. Adult tickets vary from 105-110 depending on the time of day. Visit their website for more information.But if you’re looking to leave the country, you should head to Kaikoura, New Zealand. Alongside the breathtaking scenery, Kaikoura is where you can find Whale Watch, a company that takes tourists to see giant Sperm Whales. But sometimes, guests are lucky enough to see Blue Whales, Humpbacks, and perhaps even dolphins. Tickets are 145 for adults and 60 for children. While the costs are high, if the trip is unsuccessful, they give you an 80 refund.Australia, where you can find Humpbacks, also offers incredible whale watching tours. One example is Australian Whale Watching & Charters. Located in Queensland, the tour takes visitors out to “Whale Alley” from June to November every year. Tickets cost 95 for adults, 60 for children, and 89 for students. For more on their pricing and group rates, visit their website.