Humpback Whale Heat Run

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Today we’re heading to the kingdom of Tonga, to experience the Humpback whale heat run.

Humpback Whale Heat Run

If we had to pick a sea creature that embodies peacefulness and elegance it would be humpback whales.

But there’s one time of the year when male humpbacks prepare to step up and fight.

Imagine nine or so 50-foot-long, 88,000 lb creatures battling each other with all their might for a chance to mate.

Known as heat runs, these displays of speed, agility, and dominance are an amazing sight to see.

Tonga is one of the few places where you can be in the water watching the biggest courtship battles in the world.

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• Humpback Heat Run Encounters (article)

• The Art of Capturing the Heat Run (video)

How to Experience the Humpback Whale Heat Run in Tonga

The best time to swim with humpback whales in Tonga is between July and October.

You will need to go with a certified operator and there are limited number of them, so booking in advanced is highly recommended.

Tongan Expeditions and Vave Vave Whale Swim Charters offer private and group tours to swim with the whales.

We hope your travels take you in this direction very soon.

Until then - keep exploring!

- Amanda