Killer whales, or orcas, are one of the world’s coolest animals. These excellent hunters, who are also one of the most intelligent animal species, are fascinating to watch in their natural habitat.
Monterey Bay in April is the perfect place to find transient killer whales enjoying themselves as they move from one place to the other. Monterey has an excellent food supply, which attracts whales loing for a great meal.
As with the San Juan Islands, Vancouver Island offers the option of checking out permanent resident orcas, with 80 permanent orcas that call the southern shores home or the 250 that call the northeast home year round.
The San Juan Islands offer a selection of different killer whale viewing options. You can check out the three permanent pods that are found mid-May to mid-October, or a number of transient orcas that come and go throughout the year.
Alaska is one of the best places in North America to spot wildlife and definitely one of the top spots to see killer whales. Cruise along the rugged coast, in deep fjords and see killer whales swimming in the waters of the Icy Straight.
If you want the best chance to see baby killer whales, Bremer Bay is where you should head. Go from July to October and you stand the best chance of seeing mamas nursing their babies. An added benefit to heading to this part of the world? Awesome, pristine, white sand beaches!
As with Iceland, Norway is one of the most beautiful places in the world. The Norweigan fjords are a must visit, at least once in life. Head there from the end of December to March, particularly in January, when there is enough light and you will also be able to check out orcas.
Iceland has some of the best scenery in the world. The Grundarfjordor is one of the most strikingly beautiful places in this already stunning country. From November to March, this area gets even better, with the presence of tons of killer whales.
Situated in incredible Patagonia, the Peninsula Valdes offers one of the highest concentrations of orca whales from June to December. Just a two-hour flight from Buenos Aires, this area is one of the most beautiful on our list.
Our list starts with the trip of a lifetime, to Antarctica! Watch orcas glide across the water with the pristine backdrop of protruding glaciers. From December to April, but particularly in February and March, you can see killer whales at their happiest.