Private Tour
4 Hour Swim with Whales - Small Groups, Photography Included
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
ONLY AVAILABLE JUNE - NOVEMBER
Every tour contributes to active whale research, with experienced guides conducting photo identification and recording behavioural observations that support conservation and responsible whale tourism.
Small group sizes ensure a personal, unhurried experience with more time in the water and increased swim opportunities, suitable for solo travellers, couples, and adventure seekers.
Professional photography is included, allowing you to stay present while receiving high quality images of your encounter.
Tours are led by highly experienced guides and conducted ethically and safely, with whale welfare as the priority, we have decades of experience with these majestic beings and it shows.
Guests consistently highlight the strong organisation, knowledgeable crew, quality equipment, and exceptional whale encounters in pristine environments.
This is a purpose led whale swim that delivers meaningful experiences while supporting whale protection.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
PRICING: NZD$300 per person, per hour, tours are up to 4 hours
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
ONLY AVAILABLE JUNE - NOVEMBER An intimate, ethical whale encounter that contributes to real world research. If swimming with whales has been on your bucket list, this is the experience you’ve been waiting for. Join an intimate, small group whale swim designed for meaningful, ethical, and unforgettable encounters with some of the ocean’s most majestic giants, while actively contributing to whale research and conservation. Every tour is more than just an experience. Each trip plays a role in ongoing whale research, helping scientists better understand whale behaviour, migration, and population health. Your time in the water directly supports the protection of these incredible animals for future generations. The Experience Enter the water alongside humpback whales in their natural environment and witness their immense size, grace, and gentleness up close. Encounters are conducted calmly and respectfully, allowing whales to control the interaction. When it happens, it’s emotional, powerful, and unforgettable. Guests consistently describe our tour as life changing, deeply moving, and one of the most profound wildlife experiences on Earth.
What‘s Included
Small group sizes for a personal experience
Life Jacket and Vests
Wetsuit and Rash Shirts Hire
Internationally experienced, qualified professional photographer
Professional, experienced guides specialising in whale behaviour and safety
Personal Rescue Flotation Device for novice swimmers
Secure Storage for Precious Items
Premium Quality Mask, Snorkel, Reefshoes and Fins
Go Pro Hire
Options
Whale Encounter
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing day captured in Cook Islands !
jeanpr92,Dec 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steele is a super talented photographer. She has great vibe and can totally make absolutely anyone comfortable in front of a camera. She is professional and on time and the shoot came smooth. The pictures that came out were super great. I highly recommend this tour to anyone to have a wonderful memory of the Cook Islands! 5 stars!
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Operated by Experience Cook Islands