Whale Watching in Punta Sal
Description
Experience the richness of marine biodiversity along the Peruvian coastline through an engaging whale-watching excursion in Punta Sal. Encounter majestic whales, playful dolphins, and more!
Whale Watching in Punta Sal
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel in Punta Sal at 6:30 am, leading us to the port. There, a boat will be prepared for our adventure on the Pacific Ocean, where we'll search for cetacean life. Are you excited to embark on this expedition? Let’s set sail!
As we explore the waters off Punta Sal, you’ll have the chance to observe bottlenose dolphins and the magnificent humpback whales, which are among the largest cetaceans known to man. Fascinatingly, these whales can reach weights of up to 79,366 lbs (36,000 kg) and grow as long as 52.5 ft (16 meters). Quite impressive, right?
These magnificent creatures visit the Peruvian coastline primarily to breed during the summer months. It is common to see them swimming alone, in groups, or accompanying their young. Additionally, the rich marine ecosystem here may present opportunities to spot sea lions, sea turtles, or avian species like the blue-footed booby and the earwig!
After an exciting 3-hour whale-watching expedition, we will navigate back to the pier and provide transport back to your hotel.
Whale-watching Experience
The coastline of Punta Sal stands out as an exceptional location in Peru for observing whales, dolphins, and a variety of wildlife. Nevertheless, it’s important to remember that wildlife behavior can be erratic. The number of sightings may vary based on several factors, including prevailing weather conditions and the breeding seasons of different marine species.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Transport by bus or minibus and boat
- Spanish–speaking guide
- Life jacket
- Photos and videos of the experience
What's not included
- Food and drinks
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
The tour includes pickup at 6:30 am at hotels in the following areas of Punta Sal: Punta Sal Grande or Punta Sal Chica, Punta Azul, Cancas, Punta Mero, and El Rubio. If you're staying in another area, we'll contact you to set up an alternative pickup point.
Please be at the hotel lobby 10 minutes in advance.
Please note
The pickup time indicated is approximate, as it depends on weather conditions. We'll contact you 24 hours before departure to confirm the exact time.
Passengers must wait in the hotel lobby. As this is a shared tour, the pickup time may be extended up to 10-15 minutes from the indicated time.
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