On our way back from the reef, we were powering along when we all noticed the unmistakable spray from a whale’s blow hole. In fact there were many. We changed course and came across at least eight humpback whales heading north.
Humpback whales off Mission Beach
We stayed there at least half an hour enjoying watching the antics of the pod. They even did that thing where they rise straight up out of the water and then flop down with a big splash. Just couldn’t catch it in a photo. They drifted closer and closer to our rubber boat – much closer than I’ve ever seen a whale. You could even see the eye on one.
Humpback whales off Mission Beach
There were only seven of us on the boat and we all felt really privileged to hang out with them.
Magnificent! How lucky are you to catch them! I am beginning to think you should be commissioned to write travel books. So many beautiful photos and experiences — so well told.