Dolphin and Whale Watching – Kanaloa-at-Kona
February 1st, 2009 by algulick
It is now the season for humpback whales to frequent Kona’s pristine shoreline; over the last couple of weeks, the number of humpback whales along the Gold Coast has increased substantially. The breeding grounds have an abundance of whales already this year and their numbers will continue to increase until they peak out during the months of February and March.
Mating groups are beginning to form almost daily offshore and mothers and their calves have been showing up most often in the near shore waters. In fact, this was an early year for mother and calf sightings which might be good news for the recovery of the whales from their endangered status.
The viewing conditions are EXCELLENT. Not only is the weather and water cooperating, but the whales have been quite prolific. Just today we had a trio of humpback whales slapping their pectoral flippers, slamming their chins, and hitting their tails on the water. Another pair launched right out of the water before our very eyes. You might imagine the spectacle of an 80,000 pound creature jumping out of the water and splashing down again, creating a thunderous crash that can be heard from quite a distance.
An amazing encounter like this can be experienced from a distance from my lanais’ at Kanaloa-at-Kona, Unit 3702 and 3403 or from the Kanaloa-at-Kona Resort itself which is an oceanfront complex that is situated right on the point to give you unparalled views of the vast ocean; you can also take an excursion from one of the many wonderful companies here in Kailua-Kona that offer dolphin and whale watching. Some of these include Dolphin Discoveries, Dolphin Journeys, Jack’s Dive Locker, & Captain Dan McSweeney.
Come and enjoy Kona! I am offering unprecedented rates which include 25% off the already very competitive prices on both of my oceanfront units at Kanaloa-at-Kona.
Thank you!
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