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Watching and protecting whales 

Swim with dolphins and whales on Réunion Island (Saint-Gilles)

TAKE A RESPONSIBLE APPROACH TO MEETING CETACEANS

Photograph by Pierre Lavagne de Castellan, head of the Shelltone Whale Project

A word from Pierre

Our base on Reunion Island is special, as it's the only base where we can launch with cetaceans.

My inter-species communication work with humpback whales has been practised for decades in the water, in contact with the animals, so I'm very sensitive to the way it has to be done. Only a great knowledge of cetaceans and their emotions, coupled with the utmost respect for their privacy, can make this activity possible. I have complete confidence in Greg's team to guarantee good practice.

The Shelltone Whale Project cetacean-watching charter is fully respected.

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Swimming with dolphins and whales

Experience an unforgettable adventure at sea, departing from the port of Saint-Gilles for an outing supervised by passionate professionals. Equipped with flippers, mask and snorkel, set off to encounter dolphins and whales! 

With 15 years' experience, Greg and his team guarantee a respectful and safe approach to these majestic animals, promoting authentic moments of exchange with the marine fauna of Réunion Island.

Throughout the year, you'll have the unique opportunity to swim alongside several species of dolphin, a privilege that offers moments of magical communion with these intelligent and graceful creatures. From mid-July to mid-October, the trip is enriched by the presence of majestic humpback whales, which add a spectacular touch to this already exceptional excursion.

Price for the 2h30 outing: 70€
Price for a 3h30 outing: 90€ (mid-July to October)

Description of the activity 

Length of trip: 2h30 (3H30 for the whale watching trip from mid-July to October)
Age: 12 and over for launching
Know how to use fins, mask and snorkel
Capacity: 9 people max. Departure with a minimum of 6 people.
Species to watch: dolphins all year round, and humpback whales from mid-July to October

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

We consider ourselves to be naturalist guides. Greg and I are passionate about the ocean, which we worship. It's our nurturing 'sea', our cradle. We believe that launching boats into the water is a tremendous asset and a unique way of raising awareness. An underwater encounter with a dolphin or a whale creates a positive shock, an emotion so strong that it remains engraved in our memories forever. It's a great way of raising awareness and realising just how precious this fragile natural world really is. Thanks to these moments of play, love and complicity, new protectors of the oceans are gradually emerging.

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Whale songs - 43 min.

Recorded 10 miles off Baille Argent on 26 April 2016. We are convinced that there is a message in this song. Good listening!

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