Snorkeling & Free Diving

We care to be respectful to the wildlife we encounter by snorkeling and freediving (optional) when appropriate. We don’t scuba dive and certification is not required.

Trips Around the World

We offer trips in various locations giving you opportunities to explore beautiful wildlife in and out of the water.

All Inclusive Trips

Included: accommodation, local transport, boat guide, crew, and food.

*Flights to destination, drinks, and snorkel gear are not included.

Small Group Experience

Travel with a small group (3-6 people) of like minded travelers and more intimate encounters with wildlife.

 
 
 
Humpback whale and woman swimming upright side by side.

Humpback Whales

in Vava’u, Tonga

Woman diver watching as a sperm whale swims past her

Sperm Whales

in Dominica

Mother humpback whale and her calf swimming together

Humpback Whales

in French Polynesia

Marlin and a Sea Lion corralling a bait ball

Marlin & Sea Lions

in Baja Mexico

 
 
 

Good to Know

  • We offer snorkeling trips with optional freediving opportunities in Tonga, French Polynesia, Dominica, and Mexico. Although our team has experience in underwater photography, our trips are not photo tours and are not catered toward underwater photo sessions.

  • A non-refundable deposit is required at sign-up for all trips.

  • Participants 55+ years old may be required to have a doctor’s letter stating that they are physically fit for intense cardiac activity.

 
 
 
 

Testimonials

 
Testimonials

★★★★★

“One of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. So grateful to Jono and Paul for facilitating this magical experience and for all the small details that added to the magic of this trip. Can't recommend it enough!”

- Lea D

★★★★★

“Second trip with dance with whales and once again it was amazing. Everything was perfect, great team, organisation, best time ever ! Could only recommend going with them for the adventure of a lifetime.”

- Eva R

★★★★★

“We had an amazing time. Everybody was very friendly. The accommodations were really comfortable and very nice. The food was really good. The staff were friendly and helpful. Our guide Kelsey was the best!!”

- Susana G


★★★★★

“This experience was even more unique and magical than I imagined. Being so close to the whales and the intimate moments with them is a memory I’ll never forget. Karim was so charismatic, and extremely knowledgable, and the locals were just the nicest happiest people l’ve ever met. I’ll never forget this.

- Hussein D

★★★★★

“I felt like I was on a National Geographic adventure! Wondering if it is worth it to swim with humpback whales? There's no words to describe what it feels like to have a baby humpback come over and play with you. Lite changing. No regrets. Happy memories I’ll keep for my whole lite and share with my kin and friends. “

- Austin H

★★★★★

“Fantastic experience, Rurutu is a very family oriented culture . We are very fortunate to have been able to experience not only swimming with the humpback whales but also the kind and wonderful guides and their families for almost a week!

Dances with Whales, Karim and the rest of the team lett no stone unturned in providing this .......”

- Rob L

★★★★★

“ It was one of the best trips, maybe even the best trip I’ve ever taken in my life. Karim had a good balance of appreciating the wildlife as well as getting awesome photos of the group, which I really appreciated. Karim is also a very lovely, fun, and interesting guy, and I think he attracts a certain type of customer, which really worked well for me. Most people on the trip were around a similar age from early twenties to late thirties, who love the ocean, love traveling, very like-minded people, the whole group had a great vibe.”

- Bella

★★★★★

“What an experience of a lifetime! My friend talked me into going on this trip and we both had an amazing time. Karim was great with communication when it came to what to pack, buying plane tickets, and helping us to know what to expect. The accommodations were comfortable, the boat captain and crew were wonderful and the people of Tonga were so friendly. The other participants who went on the trip are now lifetime friends. Thank you Karim!”

- Whitney K St

★★★★★


“It was amazing! Being able to see just a small part of a humpback's world was an indescribable experience. They are so massive yet so graceful and gentle. Tonga itself is such a beautiful place to see with all its unique islands and coral reefs.”

-Charyse

★★★★★


“This trip was incredible! As if a trip to explore Tonga's islands, reefs, and ocean isn't enough... it's paired with the insane experience of swimming with humpback whales. What I thought was a once-in-a-lifetime experience has turned into an annual one. So excited to go back next year!”


- Taylor T

 
 
 

"I have been around the world and seen incredible things. Volcanos exploding their guts into the night sky, the northern lights dancing across the winter landscapes of Iceland and sailing across the Greek isles and Svalbard; but nothing comes close to encountering humpbacks whales underwater. It is a place where I have experienced the strongest emotions of love and humility, and watched grown adults brought to tears. It changed my life, and has made me want to spend my life interacting and documenting these animals underwater. To be able to share that with the world through my images and films. And now with these trips, share that experience with you."

–Karim Iliya

 

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