Tuesday , 18 February 2025
Today’s weather couldn’t have been more perfect for a whale-watching adventure. The temperature was a crisp 1°C, with no wind and calm waters that resembled a peaceful lake. This kind of weather makes it easier to spot any movement on the surface, and sometimes, you can even hear the whale’s breath before you see it.
Our tour started off amazing as our captain spotted the blow from a whale in the distance. As we moved closer, we saw the massive pectoral fins of Piccolo, the humpback whale, rolling on the surface. This gave our guests a fantastic opportunity to see not only the long pectoral fins but also the whale's belly, ventral grooves, and the sides of its body. It was truly a breathtaking sight. After taking a breath, Piccolo disappeared beneath the surface, and we waited a few minutes for the whale to resurface. When it did, it gave us a beautiful view of its fluke as it dove back down.
While Piccolo was below the surface, we were treated to a group of harbor porpoises swimming calmly near the boat. It was a wonderful chance for our guests to see the difference between these smaller cetaceans and the larger whales. Among the group were some baby porpoises, a promising sign that the next generation is thriving. With a sharp eye, we could spot the tiny dorsal fins of the babies popping up from the water. One of the harbor porpoises even decided to take a short rest on the surface, floating for nearly a minute before swimming off again.
We continued our loop through the fjord, searching for more cetaceans. Not long after, we found another group of harbor porpoises, some calmly swimming, while others were circling and hunting for food. As we made our way back to the harbor, we had one last encounter with Piccolo. The whale was near the entrance to the fishing harbor, showing us its fluke one more time. It was a beautiful way to say goodbye to our friend, and we’re hopeful we’ll see Piccolo again tomorrow.
Pictures & Text: Lenka
Departure of the day: 13:00 o’clock Classic Tour.