An Introduction
Thank you for your interest in a "Whales of the Silver Bank Expedition". I'm sure that you will find that
this will be one of your most...
The Humpback Whale
Cetaceans are divided into two suborders: the Mysticeti, the baleen whales; and the Odonto- ceti, the toothed
whales, dolphins and...
Sanctuary Information
Since 1962 the Dominican Republic has been a forerunner in the Caribbean basin for establish-ing and providing marine oriented protection...
Behaviors/Anatomy
See the type of behaviors you'll witness on the Silver Bank and learn about while attending nightly slide show and video presentations.
Your Destination
The Silver Bank is located 100 km north of the Dominican Republic and approximately the same distance from
the Turks and Caicos Islands and...
Accommodations
The “M/V Turks & Caicos Explorer II is an 124 ft. vessel with a 22 ft. beam that sleeps 20 passengers. This is the nicest platform for whale...
Soft-in-Water Encounter
A soft-in-water encounter is not scuba diving, nor is it aggressive swimming or free diving. It is passive, non-aggressive floating at the surface...
Your
Cetacean Specialists
The Aquatic Adventures Team collectively has 426 weeks of know-how in approaching, working and interacting with...
Photo Gallery
Explore the numerous images depicting the surface and underwater behaviors witnessed during a Whales of the Silver Bank Expedition.
Movie Gallery
Experience a real sense of what to expect during your "soft in water" encounters as you interact with these magnificent gentle giants.
Audio Bank
One of the most outstanding characteristics of the humpback whale is its ability to vocalize in song. All humpbacks can vocalize, females warn off...
Additional Information
Download and print PDF files of all forms and information needed for your expedition. More Information, Trip Preparation, Application...
Rates/Reservations
Review all pricing, fees, payment schedules, what's included, what's not included, deposit, refund and cancellation policies.
Schedule/Availability
Check the departure dates and availability of all Whales of the Silver Bank expeditions for the 2013 and 2014 mating and calving seasons.
