Why book with Tour Samana With Terry?
Kim’s Crew doesn’t provide transportation for any of her world famous tours. They have to concentrate on the Whales! We also give you ability to pay with a credit card or PayPal which is not possible otherwise. So we provide pickup and drop off from all Hotels, AirBnBs & Accommodations because Kim’s Crew doesn’t.
What’s Included:
Each winter the humpback whales make the journey from the North Atlantic to the Samana Bay to give birth to their calves. Enjoy the spectacular views of the mountains that surround the Samana Bay. Pass by the famous crystal blue waters of Cayo Levantado island (sometimes called Bacardi Island).
-Sound system with underwater hydrophone – dead calm sea conditions require,
-Two modern bathrooms with running water,
-Souvenirs / Snack bar / Educational material.
-Marine Mammal specialist and Scientific data collection on every trip.
-Narration in two languages and interpreters available on board.
-Soft drinks, water, crackers and mints.
Booklet “Whales of Samana” (Spanish, English, German or French).
-Dramamine tablets.
-Pickup and Drop off from your hotel or villa.
Note:
-This tour does not visit Cayo Levantado and includes no lunch.
You may get wet, so dress appropriately and bring a towel. Ride may be rough at times and we recommend you take sea sickness medication if you are susceptible.
Important:
You will need $5us or equivalent to pay the government’s Marine Mammal Sanctuary wristband tax at the dock before you board Kim’s boat.
Cancellation Policy:
If we have to cancel and you cannot re-book to another day or tour we will refund 100%
If you need to cancel:
48 hours or more in advance 100% refund
48-24 Hours in advance 50% refund
24 hours or less No Refund
Rules:
There are some rules for Whale Watching that must be obeyed by each boat. Only 3 boats can be on a pod of whales at a time so we’ll have to wait our turn upon arrival. Once you see whales you will have about 30-45 min before the law requires us to move along. Kim’s Crew usually moves along to other whales and you end up possibly spending more than the normal time seeing whales within the time schedule for her later tours.
Tour Start Instructions:
Pickup times for the AM departure tours All dates in 2026: (the pickup times will be confirmed in an email the night before your tour)
7:30 am Pick up in Viva Wyndham & Sublime Samana
7:50 am Pick up in Las Terrenas town area
8:00 am Pick up in El Portillo
8:00 to 8:15 am Pick up in Las Galeras Area & Grand Paradise Resort
8:20 to 8:40 am Pick up in Vista Mare & Bannister Hotel
8:20 to 8:40 am GBP Samana Don Pablo Collection & Cayacoa
10:20 am Cayo Levantado Hotel Jan 15th – Feb 11th & March 9th – March 31st of 2026:
Kim will pick you up on the island. (do not take the ferry) You will wait on the Public Dock of the Island starting at about 10:20 am. The boat generally leaves town at 10:00 to 10:15 am but sometimes it’s a few min later so it might not arrive until 10:45 am.
9:20 am Cayo Levantado Hotel Feb 12th to March 8th of 2026:
Kim will pick you up on the island. (do not take the ferry) You will wait on the Public Dock of the Island starting at about 9:20 am. The boat generally leaves town at 9:00 to 9:15 am but sometimes it’s a few min later so it might not arrive until 9:45 am.
Pickup times for the PM departure tours (Feb 12th to March 8th 2026):
12:00 pm Pick up in Viva Wyndham & Sublime Samana
12:20 pm Pick up in Las Terrenas town area
12:30 pm Pick up in El Portillo
12:00 to 12:15 pm Pick up in Las Galeras Area & Grand Paradise Resort
12:30 to 12:50 pm Pick up in Vista Mare & Bannister Hotel
12:30 to 12:50 pm GBP Samana Don Pablo Collection & Cayacoa
2:00 pm Guests Staying on Cayo Levantado Feb 12th to March 8th of 2026:
Kim will pick you up on the island. (do not take the ferry) You will wait on the Public Dock of the Island starting at about 1:50 pm. The boat generally leaves town at 1:30 to 1:45 pm but sometimes it’s a few min later so it might not arrive until 2:15 pm.
Those Walking to Kim’s office should be there 30 minutes before the departure time listed below. (These times may change due to weather and participation on any particular day)
10:00 am Departure January 15th to Feb 11th 2026
9:00 am Departure Feb 12th to March 8th of 2026
1:30 pm Departure Feb 12th to March 8th of 2026
10:00 am Departure March 9th to March 31st 2026
What you can bring:
Cash for shopping and tipping.
Sunscreen
Patience and a sense of adventure.
Important:
You will need $5us or equivalent to pay the government’s Marine Mammal Sanctuary wristband tax at the dock before you board Kim’s boat.
