Naturaliste Charters Daily Whale Blogs
A Quest for the Elusive Killer Whale
Published on April 19, 2024Our Quest Begins Our quest for elusive killer whales begins again today after a quiet day on the water yesterday. We were all eager to get out to the hotspot and see what was in store for us today! There’s something truly captivating about the vast expanse of the ocean, always holding the promise of […]
Read moreExploring the Bremer Sub-Basin: Insights from the Deep
Published on April 18, 2024Bremer Sub-Basin Ecosystem The Bremer Sub-Basin, with its intricate network of submarine canyons plunging to depths exceeding 4500 meters. This stands as a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life. These canyons serve as conduits for seasonal upwellings, ferrying essential nutrients to the sunlit surface waters. Nurturing a flourishing community of phytoplankton. This abundance cascades through
Read moreA Great Day in Bremer Bay: Orcas, Pilot Whales, Squid, and a Sperm Whale!
Published on April 17, 2024A Day to Remember Exiting the harbour our hopes for the day on the open seas were high. The ocean swell relaxing us into a lull, the opposite of what was to become a remarkable day. As the wind picked up and the swell grew, our excitement heightened, anticipating the diverse array of marine life […]
Read moreCalm Seas with Blue Whales, Orcas and the Doubtful Islands
Published on April 14, 2024Calm on the Southern Ocean As a dense fog cloaked the roads leading to the marina and the forecast promised calm weather over the Southern Ocean. Anticipation buzzed among our crew and passengers. The unpredictability of wildlife encounters heightened our excitement. Little did we know, the day held extraordinary experiences in store. Setting sail from […]
Read moreOrca Pods Return to Bremer Canyon
Published on April 10, 2024Orca Pods Re-visit the Canyon Today’s charter was nothing short of thrilling as we welcomed back some familiar faces to the Bremer Canyon after a notable absence. The excitement began early as we ventured into the hotspot, with our first sightings occurring before 10 am. The surface was alive with activity as tens of blows […]
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