Aracari’s founder and CEO, Marisol Mosquera, shares her whale watching and snorkelling experience off the sunny shores of Mancora, northern Peru. The northern beaches of Peru boast year-round sunshine and the opportunity for incredible, up-close whale watching in Peru. Last Sunday I had the chance to head out onto the open seas in the search of humpback whales with my family, taking a shared boat trip from the beach town of Mancora. When to go Whale Watching in Peru Whale watching in Peru is seasonal, enjoyed specifically between the months of August and early November. During this time, whales arrive from Antarctica to reproduce and give birth to their calves. The warm waters from the equatorial system provide the perfect environment for this, and there is an 80% chance of sighting the whales during the season. I can't stress strongly enough how this is an absolute not-to-be-missed experience in July, August, September and October! Whale watching in Peru with marine biologists I headed out by boat from Los Organos, around a 15 minute drive south from the popular beach resorts of Mancora, with a team of experts who conduct scientific investigation into the abundant marine life of Peru’s Pacific Ocean, focusing on whales, their behaviour, population and distribution. The guides who accompanied us were trained marine biologists who, as well as explaining the basics to visitors, were simultaneously conducting their own investigation projects. Whale watching boating excursions with Aracari always include one, or even two, marine biologists aboard. Contact us today to book a whale watching trip as part of a private, tailormade trip to Peru Dolphins, frigate birds and sealions As we sped out on to the water, we came across a group of dolphins, plenty of birdlife such as the frigate bird, as well as a group of sea lions chilling out on an
Aracari’s founder and CEO, Marisol Mosquera, shares her whale watching and snorkelling experience off the sunny shores of Mancora, northern Peru. The northern beaches of Peru boast year-round sunshine and the opportunity for incredible, up-close whale watching in Peru. Last Sunday I had the chance to head out onto the open seas in the…
The Amazon rainforest is magical. Within it, Peru boasts a range of luxury Amazon lodge options to discover its incredible flora and fauna, which Aracari has tried and tested. I recommend Tambopata Research Center (TRC) for the most authentic jungle experience, where the luxury of staying at this remote lodge in pristine rainofrest is the unrivalled opportunity for widlife watching in Peru. My Visit to Tambopata Research Center I first visited Tambopata Research Center, the only lodge within the Tambopata National Reserve, many years ago, and had always longed to go back. I had never forgotten the abundance of wildlife I saw and the opportunity to partake in the “Macaw Project”, which has been conducted there for over 20 years to bring guests closer to these magnificent birds. The highlight of Tambopata Research Center is therefore without a doubt its proximity to the marvellous macaw clay lick of Chuncho, where hundreds of these exotic macaws congregate daily to eat clay. This is a stunning multi-coloured spectacle - almost impossible to imagine - which firmly stuck in my memory. As soon as I heard that TRC was inaugurating luxury accommodation that would make it possible for more comfort-seeking guests to visit this part of the Amazon, I jumped at the opportunity to inspect them and to show my teenage son this wonderful place. Interested in a tailormade trip to Peru staying at Tambopata Research Centre? Contact travel@aracari.com Getting to Tambopata Research Center We went on a four day three night trip combining two of the three lodges that Rainforest Expeditions has in the Tambopata area: Refugio Amazonas and Tambopata Research Centre. The third they offer is Posada Amazonas. All three lodges are located on the Tambopata River, upriver from the city of Puerto Maldonado, the gateway to start a rainforest adventure in this part of Peru. There are regular flights to Puerto Maldonado from Cusco and Lima. We stayed
The Amazon rainforest is magical. Within it, Peru boasts a range of luxury Amazon lodge options to discover its incredible flora and fauna, which Aracari has tried and tested. I recommend Tambopata Research Center (TRC) for the most authentic jungle experience, where the luxury of staying at this remote lodge in pristine rainofrest is the unrivalled opportunity for widlife…
Check out Aracari founder and CEO, Marisol's, experience whale watching in the Northern Peru Beaches of Mancora, here. Whale Watching Peru: The Northern Peru Beaches of Mancora Experience a half day on the coast of Peru whale watching and swimming with turtles led by a marine biologist guide. Book this tour with Aracari as part of any tailormade trip Peru. From August to November each year, humpback whales travel thousands of miles from Antarctica to the tropical waters around Mancora to give birth to their offspring. During this reproductive season, male humpbacks display mating techniques that include jumps, as well as fin, tail and head exposure for the female whales- and lucky spectators. Today you can be one of those lucky spectators and adventure out on a boat to see these most impressive creatures along their journey. After an early morning transport from your Mancora hotel, climb aboard a 46ft yacht to begin your aquatic experience. Take a seat on the shaded upper deck, and keep your eyes peeled as you venture out to sea in search of the massive and often playful creatures. The biologist on board will be happy to answer your questions as you enjoy snacks while crossing the waters. During the excursion you will make a stop at an inactive oil platform where you can view sea lions and a variety of birds including pelicans, cormorants and frigates. Hop back on the yacht and keep on your way, looking out for dolphins and manta rays that frequent the area along with the seasonal whales. With luck, you will have several spottings and a few excellent photo-ops before heading to Ñuro cove, also known as “turtle paradise.” Here you can jump in the water and swim alongside tranquil green turtles. After you have enjoyed some time splashing
Check out Aracari founder and CEO, Marisol’s, experience whale watching in the Northern Peru Beaches of Mancora, here. Whale Watching Peru: The Northern Peru Beaches of Mancora Experience a half day on the coast of Peru whale watching and swimming with turtles led by a marine biologist guide. Book this…
