If you are currently vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, you may have been fortunate enough to witness humpback whales swimming through Banderas Bay from the private terrace of your Pinnacle Resorts vacation rental suite.
Every year from December to March, these majestic creatures make their way to the Pacific waters of Banderas Bay on their annual migratory path. These huge and friendly beings, often accompanied by their playful offspring, are some of the most cherished visitors in the area. Here are some interesting facts about humpback whales:
- Females are larger than males, reaching lengths of 15 to 16 meters (49 to 52 feet), while males usually grow to about 13 to 14 meters long.
- An adult humpback whale weighs an average of 30,000 kilograms, which is over 66,000 pounds.
- Humpback whales typically live to be 45 or 50 years old.
- They enjoy feeding in polar waters during the summer, consuming a fish-based diet, but they prefer spending their winters in the tropical waters of Puerto Vallarta to give birth and play.
- Known for their playful nature, humpback whales are often seen interacting with dolphins, swimming and jumping together.
As mammals, humpback whales need to come to the surface to breathe, expelling water high into the air as they exhale before taking another breath and diving back down, sometimes waving a fin or tail on the way.
This time of year is ideal for whale watching in Puerto Vallarta, and companies like Vallarta Sportsman offer whale watching and fishing charters to accommodate various budgets and levels of luxury. Whether you choose to observe them at sea or from the comfort of your luxury vacation rental in the Puerto Vallarta Romantic Zone at Pinnacle Resorts’ lounges or pool decks, catching a glimpse of these incredible creatures will undoubtedly be a highlight of your Puerto Vallarta getaway.
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