Snorkeling with Whales in Reunion Island from Le Port, north of Saint-Paul

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3 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 8 years-old and up
From€75

Is it whale watching season now in Reunion Island? If so, head out to sea from Le Port and try your hand at swimming alongside them with snorkeling gear!

Is it whale watching season now in Reunion Island? If so, head out to sea from Le Port and try your hand at swimming alongside them using fins, mask and snorkel!

Snorkeling with whales in Reunion Island is an experience not to be missed during the season, which generally runs from July to October, and in the company of passionate professionals who will tell you all there is to know about these magnificent cetaceans! Departing from Le Port, to the north of Saint-Paul, this whale watching trip in Reunion Island will take you out to sea in a small group of no more than 10 participants (instructor included), offering you an unrivalled experience.

Accompanied not only by state-certified instructors, but also by volunteers from the TENDUA association (an independent association for the protection of biodiversity), you will set off in search of cetaceans aboard a small motorboat equipped with an awning to protect you from the sun. A first launch will take place without the animals, to explain the approach and the behaviour to adopt so that you are ready when the time comes. All that is left to do then is to find some whales that will accept your presence so that you can get back in the water and enjoy some unforgettable moments!

Requiring you to be able to swim on your own, and in the impressive environment of the deep blue, this snorkeling excursion with the whales from Le Port will leave you with incredible memories. Whether you are taking part with your children aged 8 or over, your family or friends, being able to approach these majestic creatures with the utmost respect and observe them in their natural environment will fill your eyes with stars.

So if you would like to go whale watching near Saint-Paul on Reunion Island, and swim with them if conditions allow, this snorkeling excursion from Le Port is the activity you need to book!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Welcome at the dive centre

- Preparation of equipment and boarding of the boat (15 minutes)

- Sail to the snorkeling site for 20-30 minutes and safety briefing

- First launch without the cetaceans, so that you can learn the right gestures to adopt and how to behave when approaching them

- Once you have found whales that are willing to accept your presence, you will be launched with the instructor to observe them from a safe distance

- Return to the boat and, after about 2 hours on sea, sail back to the dive centre for a debriefing session

Activity requirements

Knowing how to swim is compulsory for this activity.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

This activity is weather-dependent. If the weather does not allow for the activity to take place, we will contact you to reschedule or receive a full refund.

Wild animals are unpredictable; we cannot guarantee that you will see them during this activity.

Meeting point:
Le Dodo Palmé - 1 Rue Berthier, Le Port 97420, Reunion Island
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Neoprene wetsuit
  • All the snorkeling equipment (fins, mask and snorkel)
  • Instructor
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Bottle of water

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Morena V., France — 01/08/2023
5/5
L’activité était incroyable et magique ces images seront gravées à vie
Freddy M., Réunion — 25/08/2023
4/5
Féerique mais hélas dépendant du bon vouloir des ces magnifiques baleines
Isabelle O., France — 17/08/2024
4/5
Activité très bien encadrée et organisée.
Jean pierre R., France — 30/08/2024
5/5
Activité au top avec des moniteurs géniaux.
EMILY D., France — 25/07/2024
5/5
Activité top 👍

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