100% GUARANTEED WHALE WATCHING OR FULL REFUND!

Enjoy an exclusive humpback whale watching tour accompanied by a specialist marine biologist. 2 unforgettable hours with these majestic ocean giants.
 

Departure at 4:30 PM from Puerto López on a private vessel dedicated solely to your group. You'll be accompanied by a marine biologist specialized in cetaceans who will enrich your experience with fascinating explanations. As we navigate through Ecuador's golden sunset waters, you'll learn about humpback whale behavior directly from an expert.
 

CONTRIBUTE TO CONSERVATION WHILE ENJOYING

During the tour, you'll participate in humpback whale photo-identification - each tail fluke is unique like a human fingerprint. The photographs you help collect contribute to our database and catalog of humpback whale identification, supporting conservation initiatives. Your adventure helps protect these species!
 

TOUR SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR WHALE WATCHING

Unlike other tours that combine multiple activities, our service focuses 100% on whale watching, maximizing your time with these impressive animals. We dedicate all our attention to locating active whale groups and positioning ourselves perfectly for the best viewing experience.

Location

TOUR DETAILS

Meeting point: Palo Santo Travel Offices beside Cable Mega7 (Puerto López Waterfront)
Departure time: 16:00 PM
Duration: 2-3 hours with extended observation time
Season: June to October (humpback whale season)

INCLUDES:

• Marine biologist guide specialized in cetaceans or specialized guide 
• English and Spanish Tour
• Scientific interpretation of observed behaviors
• Gourmet refreshments (fresh organic fruits, artisanal cake, and light beverages)
• Educational materials about humpback whales
• Contribution to marine conservation projects
• Life jackets and complete safety equipment

"Our sunset whale tour with Palo Santo was simply magical. Seeing these giants breaching in the golden sunset light and learning about them from real scientists made this experience the highlight of our trip to Ecuador." - TripAdvisor, July 2024
 

EXPERT TIP: Book at least 48 hours in advance. Our private expeditions are in high demand during peak season (July-August).