Is it ethical to go whale-watching?
Is it ethical to go whale-watching? Whale watching is ethical when we know when we are accepted into the pod. They invite us in, not the other way around and when they do, they come to us. This is their way of saying “Welcome! It's great to 'sea' you; we are interested in you, too!”
How often do whales sink boats?
Whales attacking ships are rare — indeed, just a handful of such incidents have ever been documented.
Do cruise ships hit whales?
Every year, cargo, cruise, and fishing vessels kill an estimated 20,000 whales.
How safe are whale-watching boats?
He said whale-watching passengers face greater risks tripping or slipping on wet decks or staircases than they are for drowning at sea. It's a very safe industry and very seldom do you ever hear of a major incident on any type of whale-watch vessel.