Celebrate with Whale Discoveries the annual return of the Humpback Whales from Antarctica to their breeding and calving grounds in Tonga’s Vava’u Island Group! Short-listed for the Responsible Tourism Award: Best for Conservation of Endangered Species. Join our informative whale watching excursion aboard comfortable, custom-designed 8.5-metre MV Tropic Bird. Our knowledgeable, naturalist guides provide in-depth interpretation about these amazing mammals, once on the brink of extinction. Witness the whales’ acrobatic aerial displays and, with the aid of a hydrophone, listen in on their mystical whale song. During the day, you may also have the opportunity to snorkel the warm, crystal clear waters with these gentle giants! Lunch, snorkeling gear and beverage included.