After searching diligently for any sign of Orca or Humpback whale out west, we then set our sights on the many interesting, marine life found at Race Rocks Lighthouse. Here we viewed the barking California and roaring Steller Sea Lions jockeying for position at the top of the rocks. 4 sleeping Elephant Seals lounged in the sunshine atop their favourite rock while tiny Harbour Seals in comparison, could be seen basking on low lying rocks. Capt Scott, headed the Ocean Magic 2 vessel further east toward Chatham Island, where we encountered a Gray Whale. This individual has been seen frequently over the past month in and around this area. In the late afternoon light and picturesque surroundings our guests on board were thrilled to watch this young baleen whale forage beneath the surface. It was a wonderful ending to a delightful Sunday afternoon adventure, in perfect weather conditions.
Marie, Orca-magic
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