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WWF TRAVEL SEARCH CRUISES: WHALE WATCHING BUT NOT ONLY!
WWF Travel offers a cruise on a sailing boat where travelers will be involved in WWF scientific research activities for the protection of the Mediterranean megafauna. A sea and navigation experience accompanied by WWF researchers , where you can learn to observe, identify and protect, with strictly non-invasive methods, the cetaceans of our seas.
For travelers it will be an opportunity to enjoy naturalistic and marine beauties , to have fun in the most beautiful seas of the Mediterranean and at the same time to develop skills of great scientific interest such as:
• naturalistic photography techniques and photo-identification techniques
• monitoring methodologies
• behavior sampling techniques
• use of research instruments : GPS, navigation software, binoculars with reticles, video camera and BORIS software for the acquisition of surface behavioral data.
The atmosphere that reigns on the boat is serene and informal and all the people on board will be involved in the activities on board (such as cooking, keeping the boat in order, ...) , in order to preserve the spirit of sharing that characterizes this type of holidays. The daily activities, in agreement with the skipper and the researcher, will be modulated and variable according to the weather and sea conditions and the identification of itineraries that lend themselves extemporaneously to scientific research. For this as a crew we will need to be flexible and to understand that working with animals in nature is not 100% planned. Sometimes the observations of cetaceans will require more prolonged navigations in order to make an observation. But this is precisely the beauty of a cruise that has a scientific research component!
WHY CHOOSE WWF TRAVEL?
1) RESPONSIBLE TOURISM : we are among the founding members of AITR, the Italian Association of Responsible Tourism; for us, making a trip means first of all implementing all good practices aimed at respecting the environment , local communities and supporting the protection of biodiversity;
2) COMPETENCE and KNOWLEDGE : we give enormous value to competence in fact the WWF researchers all come from naturalistic training courses, but above all they have a very clear objective, that is to give depth to the emotions experienced on board and ensure that your wealth of knowledge is much heavier when returning from an experience with WWF, enriching with details every moment lived in search of the inhabitants of the sea.
3) FUN AND PLEASURE : we never forget that we are talking about holidays. We want to get to know the nature that surrounds us better, but we want to do it by enjoying the beauty of the places we are visiting and appreciating the pleasure of sharing the experience with our travel companions in a cheerful and relaxed atmosphere .
PLACES AND ITINERARY
We will leave from Rosignano Marittimo, (LI), for the Island of Elba, in its circumnavigation among its coves, or, if the weather permits, we will head towards Macinaggio, Capo Corso, Corsica. We will meet white beaches, crystal clear water, rocks and wonderful views. Corsica is a wild and unspoiled island, interrupted by small villages, which will fascinate us. On our return, we will head to the island of Capraia for one night, and then return to Cala De Medici.
Do you want to get excited with little? Fun and healthy life on the boat are also waiting for you, including aperitifs, dinners under the stars and swimming in natural pools, respecting the environment, with new and old friends.
Note: in case the weather does not allow it, there is always as an itinerary, the circumnavigation of the beautiful Island of Elba with coves, transparent and pristine water, with lively ports and a great desire to have fun in the evening!
OUR SKIPPER
The skipper of this experience will be Luca S .: click on his name to read the reviews he received from travelers.
Originally from Florence, his greatest passion has always been the sea. He started sailing as a boy by participating in numerous regattas, becoming a registered sailing instructor and developing his experience sailing throughout the Mediterranean and the Caribbean Sea. He loves sharing his passion for sailing with his guests and travel companions who define him as a very good instructor able to create a friendly and nice atmosphere and to put the whole crew at ease.
To participate in this experience, the Green Pass obtained with a complete vaccination cycle is required
18 Jun
6 days
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Tuscany
8 spots available
869€
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6 days
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Tuscany
6 spots available
889€
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6 days
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Tuscany
No spots available
909€
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6 days
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Tuscany
6 spots available
889€
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6 days
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No spots available
909€
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6 days
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Tuscany
5 spots available
949€
per person
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6 days
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Tuscany
10 spots available
949€
per person
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6 days
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Tuscany
6 spots available
949€
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6 days
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Tuscany
6 spots available
1029€
per person
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6 days
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Tuscany
4 spots available
1049€
per person
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6 days
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Tuscany
9 spots available
1099€
per person
more info7 Aug
6 days
unconfirmed
Tuscany
6 spots available
949€
per person
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Rosignano Marittimo, LI, Italia
Saturday 25 June from 18:00
until Saturday 25 June at 24:00
Rosignano Marittimo, Livorno, Italia
Saturday 2 July from 10:00
until Saturday 2 July at 12:00
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review about Whale watching cruise with WWF researcher on an 18-meter schooner July 2021
WHAT TO BRING
Recommended: car phone charger, soft bags, boat shoes, slippers, fins and mask, sun creams, biodegradable shampoo and shower gel, waxed and a great desire to have fun with care and adaptability.
HOW TO REACH THE BOARDING PLACE
We will leave from the port of Cala de Medici in Rosignano. It is easy to reach by car or train.
Knowing what expenses are included and excluded from your booking fee will enable you to have a good idea of the total cost of your chosen experience.
In addition to the price, there will be some additional expenses that you will incur during your trip. Expenses have been listed below.
The estimated expenses for the rest of the holiday are approximately 150-200€ per person.