DOMINICAN REPLUBLIC
This sanctuary is one of only three places in the world where humans can swim and snorkel among the whales.
Designated as a Marine Sanctuary, the Silver Bank provides a safe wintering haven for the entire North Atlantic Humpback Whale population who gather here from January through April by the thousands to court, mate, calve, and rear their young.
Description
Dominican Republic Humpback Whale Watching and Snorkel Adventures – The beautiful Turks & Caicos Aggressor II® offers an exciting itinerary from January – April to the Dominican Republic to snorkel with Humpback Whales at the Silver Bank. This area, twenty square miles in size, is located north of the Dominican Republic and approximately the same distance from the Turks & Caicos Islands. All whale charters depart from Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.
The Turks & Caicos Aggressor II® has two 17 ft. long by 7 ft. wide, aluminum V-hull boats with 18 “ pontoons that hold 11 people in each one. They are fitted with a dive ladder for easy exiting, a full-length bimini top for sun protection, 2 50 hp 4-stroke Yamaha engines for extra safety and a VHF radio. Inflatable’s (with bimini tops) are launched several times daily and are used soley used to bring you closer to the whales. Inflatable runs last one and a half to three hours depending on the proximity of whale activity and time of day.
Water temperature: 78 – 80F, 26 – 27C – 3mm wetsuit and full foot fins for free diving are recommended.
Turks & Caicos Aggressor II:
Yacht Specifications
Port: Providenciales, Turks & Caicos
Built and maintained to the specifications of the local regulatory agencies and the regulations of the country of the flag.
- Length: 120 ft.
- Beam: 22
- Passengers: 18
- Staterooms: 9
- Boarding: Sat. 4 p.m.
- Check out: Saturday 8 a.m.
Rates:
| Turks & Caicos Aggressor II | Nights | Twin Share | Deluxe | Master |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | ||||
| Jan-01-2022 – Jan-07-2023 | 7 | $3295 | $3495 | $3795 |
| 2023 | ||||
| Jan-07-2023 – Jan-06-2024 | 7 | $3295 | $3495 | $3795 |
| 2024 | ||||
| Apr-20-2024 – Jan-04-2025 | 7 | $3295 | $3495 | $3795 |
| 2025 | ||||
| Jan-04-2025 – Jan-03-2026 | 7 | $3295 | $3495 | $3795 |
| Dominican Republic (Snorkeling Only) | Nights | Twin Share | Deluxe | Master |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ||||
| Jan-21-2023 – Apr-15-2023 | 7 | $4495 | $4695 | $4995 |
| 2024 | ||||
| Jan-20-2024 – Apr-06-2024 | 7 | $4495 | $4695 | $4995 |
| 2025 | ||||
| Jan-18-2025 – Apr-12-2026 | 7 | $4495 | $4695 | $4995 |
Dominican Republic Travel Information
Getting There, Passport & Visa Documentation
The major airlines that service Puerto Plata (POP) International Airport are: American, Delta, Jet Blue, Westjet and United. There are direct flights from several USA gateways.
Visitors must have a current passport, adequate funds to support themselves, and a return airline ticket. US citizens require a passport that must be valid for 6 months from date of entry. It is the travelers’ responsibility to ensure they have the proper visa to travel into each country on his or her itinerary as well as for re-entry and return to their country. Since regulations vary by country, contact your consulate or embassy of your country for the requirement.
Arrival/Boarding/Departure:
The Turks & Caicos Aggressor II® docks at the Ocean World Marina in Puerto Plata. Guests may board Saturday at 4:00 pm with a 9:30 pm departure for the Silver Bank.
The yacht returns from Dominican Republic Humpback whale watching to Ocean World Marina Friday at 5 pm. Friday evening the yacht hosts a sunset cocktail party then dinner ashore. Check-out is Saturday morning from 7 am – 8 am. Transportation is not included in the price of your trip.
The Chase Boats
The TURKS & CAICOS AGGRESSOR II™ has two 17 ft. long by 7 ft. wide, aluminum V-hull boats with 18 “ pontoons that hold 11 people in each one. They are fitted with a dive ladder for easy exiting, a full-length bimini top for sun protection, 2 50 hp 4-stroke Yamaha engines for extra safety and a VHF radio. Inflatable’s (with bimini tops) are launched several times daily and are solely used to bring you closer to the whales. Inflatable runs last one and a half to three hours depending on the proximity of whale activity and time of day.
Local Fees/Taxes
USD $600 Whale Sanctuary and Port Access Fee to be paid onboard and in CASH. (2023 subject to change) A fuel surcharge of $150 PP may be paid in cash or by MC/Visa.
Professional photographers and videographers must pay an additional fee to the Whale Sanctuary.
Drones are not allowed at the Silver Bank.