Vaka Vave Charter caters to exclusive private charters, group bookings, photographers, videographers . Each year our islands are visited by the magnificent Humpback Whales ( Megaptera Novaeangliae).
The whales leave the polar waters of Antarctica and arrive in the warm tropical waters of Vava’u each July and it is here in these pristine, sheltered waters that they give birth and wean their young. Come aboard our fast modern vessel and witness these beautiful, graceful and mysterious animals nurturing their new born calves and performing spectacular breaching and mating rituals. Observe the male’s incredible display of surface behavior, pectoral fin and tail slapping, spy hopping and lunges as he competes for his mate. Whales can be encountered in many ways. Mothers with their calves, mothers with escorting males, single males and groups of males. Each day can bring a new encounter. Listen to the males singing and watch them breach clear of the water to impress a possible mate. Observe gigantic females as they attend their newly born calves. The Humpbacks of Vava'u offer many and varied opportunities to swim with whales.
Day out on the water includes: 7 hour charters as per regulations, safety briefing. Educational talks. Healthy, organic and locally provided lunch and snacks. Special dietary requirements can be catered for with prior notification. Filtered rain water. Wetsuits, masks, snorkels and fins are provided free of charge however we do recommend that if you have your own properly fitted gear you bring it along. Pick up from most accommodation providers. Life vests are available for use if required.