Dominica’s unspoiled marine habitat is home to the largest, toothed whale in the world: the sperm whale. While female and juvenile sperm whales can be sighted throughout the year, the best time to watch for these majestic ocean giants is between November and March—when the male sperm whales migrate.
Dominica is one of the best locales in the world to spot residing or visiting sperm whales, whether visiting during the sperm whale migration or another month of the year. These majestic mammals, with the largest brain in the animal kingdom, have prominent foreheads that make them easy to differentiate from other sea creatures. If you miss spotting them at first, you certainly won’t miss their splash. When breaching, sperm whales jump high out of the water before diving as deep as 3,280 feet back down into the ocean depths in search for food.
Whether whale-watching from your bedroom balcony or venturing via boat with the experts at Fort Young Dive, witnessing whales amid the breathtaking blue of their ocean home is an experience you will recount with your family for years to come.
While on vacation in Dominica, there are endless opportunities to immerse yourself in nature and enjoy some of the Earth’s most rejuvenating sights, sounds, and scents. There’s no doubt that being so close in touch with the natural world is a gift for the mind and body, and — believe it or not — it’s a […]
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International travel should take you out of your comfort zone and broaden your worldview—whether you’re a retired jet-setter or taking your kids on their first trip outside of the country. Because geography isn’t the only thing that makes a place unique. To truly do this, we recommend immersing yourself in the culture of the place […]
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Meet Dominica: an island renowned for its equal parts adventure and relaxation. And, believe it or not, it is this exciting dichotomy that makes for the perfect once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon or a spur-of-the-moment getaway with your significant other. Below, find out why the “Nature Island” tops the charts of the Caribbean’s most romantic retreats. Fort Young […]
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