In early July, something unexpected awaited us in the Strait of Gibraltar for the first time: around 200 false orcas. You can find out here why these animals have this unusual name. There’s also a little picture-based quiz.
As a team member of firmm, I was invited by Seashore EF (an organisation of marine wildlife vets who treat animals that have become stranded on the coast) to take part in a practical training session on stranded cetaceans.
Most of our passengers know that Fin whales are the second-largest animals in the world, or perhaps even that they are baleen whales. Here are six lesser-known facts.
Many of our guests come on board with certain expectations. Some hope to see all the marine mammals in the Strait of Gibraltar during the trip. It’s a hope we’re all familiar with: the desire to be treated to something special.
With the start of the Respectful Whale-Watching season on the 30th of March 2026, one of the most exciting times of the year for marine enthusiasts begins once again in Tarifa. As every year, the first two weeks of the season were something very special.
Thanks to decades of effort, government funding is now also available for research into whales and dolphins in the Strait of Gibraltar, and various protective measures have been put in place.
There is something about orcas that fascinates us. When people see them the excitement is palpable. They stir something deep in everyone who is lucky enough to witness them.
I have been actively involved with firmm for several months now, supporting their important work to protect the marine environment. Some time ago, I had the opportunity to accompany WeWhale and witness their valuable contribution first-hand.
