Why only small groups?

WHY TEN IS GREAT

The perfect balance for extraordinary encounters

Swimming with ocean giants is a privilege. It's also a responsibility. Here's why we've found ten guests to be the sweet spot - a number that balances intimate experiences with vibrant group energy.

Natural Flow

When twenty boats rush to a whale shark, the animal often dives deep, cutting encounters short. With our small group, we can spend hours with the same individual, observing natural behavior undisturbed. Ten people can rotate smoothly through encounters, ensuring everyone gets quality time while maintaining the animal's comfort.

Learning Together

Eight creates perfect dynamics for learning. Questions flow naturally, techniques get refined, and our marine biologists can give everyone personal attention. You're not lost in a crowd, but there's enough diversity of experience to enrich everyone's journey. Beginners learn from more experienced guests, while experts find new perspectives.

Beyond Tourism

Small groups create space for transformation. When you're sharing intimate wildlife moments with a close-knit group, something shifts. Guests often arrive as tourists but leave as ocean advocates, understanding not just what they've seen, but why it matters.

Perfect Group Energy

Ten people means two natural sub-groups for activities, perfect buddy pairs for water sessions, and just the right number for engaging dinner conversations. It's intimate enough for meaningful connections but diverse enough for dynamic experiences.

Building Community

Some of our closest friendships started in small groups on the water. There's something about sharing profound moments that brings people together. Ten often proves perfect for creating lasting bonds - enough people to find kindred spirits, but small enough to really connect.

A Lasting Impact

By choosing quality over quantity, we help protect the very experiences we offer. Our small groups minimize impact while maximizing understanding - creating ocean guardians who carry these lessons home.

Because extraordinary encounters shouldn't come at the expense of the extraordinary creatures we meet.