Thursday, March 19, 2015

Exciting Whale Watching Tours In Alaska

By Lelia Hall


Thousands of locals and tourists climb aboard catamarans and boats hoping to see the largest and majestic animals on earth. Various types of whales come to feed and play about twenty miles off the coast of Alaska.

Without a doubt, you will find the experience very exciting especially when you watch them in their most natural territory. Those who experienced this said that the experience will never be forgotten. However, you have to keep in mind that there can be no assurance that you will see the creatures during your trip, but whale watching tours in Alaska can still be pleasant.

Regardless if you have the tendency to get sea sick or not, it is best that you take medication. Since the Alaskan coast can get very rough, even seasoned sea-goers can even get sick very badly too. Prior to your scheduled trip, it is best that you take one several hours earlier and bring some with you. The trips basically last for 3 to 4 hours and it would not be pleasant at all if you get sick.

They should bring some drinks and snacks. It will definitely help them feel better by eating regularly. By doing so, they can avoid missing sightings or standing in long lines just to buy snacks on board. To get good seats, it is advisable to stand in line and get there thirty to forty-five minutes early. This is an excellent way to make sure that they get great seats for comfort and viewing especially that these tours are usually very crowded. The front of the boat or the top deck is a great place.

Do not forget to check the seas' height at the same time if fog is present. In case the seas are 5 to 10 feet high, you will most likely get sick because it is going to be a rough trip. The fog will hinder you to spot the whales. What you can do is ask for your trip to be scheduled some other time.

One must dress properly and warm. The humidity he or she may feel on shore will become nothing once he or she is out there because the temperature could be as cold as 40 degrees. During the trip and as the boat moves fast, the chilly wind will make it colder. Dressing properly is essential during these trips.

They should also bring a windbreaker, several layers of sweatshirts, a jacket, gloves and winter hats. In addition, they should remember to bring a scarf. Of course, they should not forget to bring their video camera, binoculars and camera. These will allow them to capture lighthouses, seals, puffins, porpoises, whales and more.

In the event that the animals cannot be sighted, it is clever to select a company that can offer another trip. Without a doubt, guarantees cannot be provided especially that this is something nobody can control. You can still have a relaxing and enjoyable experience though because of the beautiful and fascinating scenery that will surely amaze and take your breath away too. You have to keep these tips in mind.




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