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Our 2026 Raja Ampat expedition was one we’ll never forget 🪸

Our 2026 Raja Ampat expedition was one we’ll never forget 🪸

A day on our Mexico expedition 🐟

A day on our Mexico expedition 🐟

Whether you’re swimming with humpback whales in French Polynesia, searching for mobulas in Baja, or exploring the remote waters of Indonesia, packing for an ocean expedition is a little different than packing for a typical vacation 🌊✈️🐋

After years of leading expeditions around the world, these are the essentials we recommend bringing to stay comfortable, organized, and ready for long days on the water.

And for those joining future expeditions, you’ll also receive access to exclusive discounts on many of the products and gear we recommend.

Check out our packing blog post for more tips!

Whether you’re swimming with humpback whales in French Polynesia, searching for mobulas in Baja, or exploring the remote waters of Indonesia, packing for an ocean expedition is a little different than packing for a typical vacation 🌊✈️🐋

After years of leading expeditions around the world, these are the essentials we recommend bringing to stay comfortable, organized, and ready for long days on the water.

And for those joining future expeditions, you’ll also receive access to exclusive discounts on many of the products and gear we recommend.

Check out our packing blog post for more tips!

NEW WHALE WEEK IN MO’OREA 🐋

October 18-14 2026

If you’d like the opportunity to experience humpback whales in the ocean, we opened up one final week for our 2026 Mo’orea season!

Limited spots! Head to the website to book 🌀

NEW WHALE WEEK IN MO’OREA 🐋

October 18-14 2026

If you’d like the opportunity to experience humpback whales in the ocean, we opened up one final week for our 2026 Mo’orea season!

Limited spots! Head to the website to book 🌀

Wander Out was built on the idea that ocean tourism can be done differently.

Small groups. Ethical operators. Respect for wildlife. Genuine connections.

The best wildlife encounters aren’t the ones you force.
They’re the ones you earn. 🌊

Wander Out was built on the idea that ocean tourism can be done differently.

Small groups. Ethical operators. Respect for wildlife. Genuine connections.

The best wildlife encounters aren’t the ones you force.
They’re the ones you earn. 🌊

This was a very rare encounter that you spend hundreds of days in the water hoping to have 🐋

If you’d like the opportunity to experience humpback whales in the ocean, we opened up one final week for our 2026 Mo’orea season!

Head to the website to book 🌀

*We never touched this whale but his pectoral fins, which are about 8-10ft long, would reach out and get very close to us.

This was a very rare encounter that you spend hundreds of days in the water hoping to have 🐋

If you’d like the opportunity to experience humpback whales in the ocean, we opened up one final week for our 2026 Mo’orea season!

Head to the website to book 🌀

*We never touched this whale but his pectoral fins, which are about 8-10ft long, would reach out and get very close to us.

World Ocean Day �🐋🌊

We’ll forever be learning from every experience we get under the surface

World Ocean Day 🐋🌊

We’ll forever be learning from every experience we get under the surface

Come with us to the Banda Sea in 2027 🌊

One of the most remote expeditions we offer, this journey takes us deep into eastern Indonesia in search of pristine reefs, rare marine life, schooling fish, sharks, mantas, and even the possibility of whales passing through these wild waters.

When: September - October 2027
Where: Banda Sea, Indonesia

More information and apply on our website!

Come with us to the Banda Sea in 2027 🌊

One of the most remote expeditions we offer, this journey takes us deep into eastern Indonesia in search of pristine reefs, rare marine life, schooling fish, sharks, mantas, and even the possibility of whales passing through these wild waters.

When: September - October 2027
Where: Banda Sea, Indonesia

More information and apply on our website!

Pygmy Killer Whales🌀

One of the least known dolphin species. These marine animals are found around the world in deeper, warmer tropical and sub tropical waters. They look like they have lil smiles on their faces. They primarily feed on squid and fish and are typical found in groups ranging in sizes from 10-30 but sometimes up the the hundreds. We were fortunate to see them off the coast of Mo’orea last year and it was Kelsey’s first time ever seeing them in the water.

Pygmy Killer Whales🌀

One of the least known dolphin species. These marine animals are found around the world in deeper, warmer tropical and sub tropical waters. They look like they have lil smiles on their faces. They primarily feed on squid and fish and are typical found in groups ranging in sizes from 10-30 but sometimes up the the hundreds. We were fortunate to see them off the coast of Mo’orea last year and it was Kelsey’s first time ever seeing them in the water.

We’re slowly building our team of expedition leaders for future trips in French Polynesia, Norway, Indonesia, and beyond 🌊

Looking for people who:
• Feel comfortable in and around the ocean
• Stay calm and adaptable when plans change
• Love connecting with people from around the world
• Thrive in remote environments and long days outdoors
• Are proactive, organized, and team-oriented

Bonus if you have experience with photography, videography, freediving, marine life, boats, or guiding 🌀

Does this sound like you or someone you know? Tag them in the comments! Apply on our website wanderoutexpeditions.com

APPLICATIONS CLOSE JUNE 12th

We’re slowly building our team of expedition leaders for future trips in French Polynesia, Norway, Indonesia, and beyond 🌊

Looking for people who:
• Feel comfortable in and around the ocean
• Stay calm and adaptable when plans change
• Love connecting with people from around the world
• Thrive in remote environments and long days outdoors
• Are proactive, organized, and team-oriented

Bonus if you have experience with photography, videography, freediving, marine life, boats, or guiding 🌀

Does this sound like you or someone you know? Tag them in the comments! Apply on our website wanderoutexpeditions.com

APPLICATIONS CLOSE JUNE 12th

APPLICATIONS CLOSING JUNE 12 🌀

Thank you to everyone that has showed interest and applied to our expedition leader position! We’ve received over 1000 applications and because of that, we’ve decide to close applications a week early.

The final deadline to apply is now June 12th. Get your applications in now if you’re interested

*** please note we have received ALL applications and emails even if you haven’t heard back from us***

APPLICATIONS CLOSING JUNE 12 🌀

Thank you to everyone that has showed interest and applied to our expedition leader position! We’ve received over 1000 applications and because of that, we’ve decide to close applications a week early.

The final deadline to apply is now June 12th. Get your applications in now if you’re interested

*** please note we have received ALL applications and emails even if you haven’t heard back from us***

This is a video we captured a few years ago during the annual mobula ray migration here in Baja California Sur.

While we’ve had some incredible days on the water this season, the migration has looked a little different this year. Between unusually warm water temperatures following recent El Niño conditions and the continued growth of marine tourism in the region, we’re seeing changes compared to previous seasons.

That’s the nature of wildlife. Every year is different. Every season is different. And it’s a good reminder that social media only ever shows a small snapshot of what’s happening out there.

We’ve still been fortunate to spend time with mobulas and many other incredible marine species, but one of the greatest lessons the ocean teaches is to let go of expectations.

When you head out on the water expecting nothing, every encounter becomes a gift.

This is a video we captured a few years ago during the annual mobula ray migration here in Baja California Sur.

While we’ve had some incredible days on the water this season, the migration has looked a little different this year. Between unusually warm water temperatures following recent El Niño conditions and the continued growth of marine tourism in the region, we’re seeing changes compared to previous seasons.

That’s the nature of wildlife. Every year is different. Every season is different. And it’s a good reminder that social media only ever shows a small snapshot of what’s happening out there.

We’ve still been fortunate to spend time with mobulas and many other incredible marine species, but one of the greatest lessons the ocean teaches is to let go of expectations.

When you head out on the water expecting nothing, every encounter becomes a gift.

Incredible moments from our trip in French Polynesia 🐋

Incredible moments from our trip in French Polynesia 🐋

1 SPOT LEFT FOR NORWAY 🫍🇳🇴

Each year, orcas and humpbacks follow the herring into the fjords of northern Norway, creating a short window for incredible wildlife encounters in the middle of snowy Arctic landscapes

Join us in Norway for an unforgettable week on the water ❄️

When: November 15-21, 2026
Where: Tromsø, Norway

More information and application can be found at wanderoutexpeditions.com

1 SPOT LEFT FOR NORWAY 🫍🇳🇴

Each year, orcas and humpbacks follow the herring into the fjords of northern Norway, creating a short window for incredible wildlife encounters in the middle of snowy Arctic landscapes

Join us in Norway for an unforgettable week on the water ❄️

When: November 15-21, 2026
Where: Tromsø, Norway

More information and application can be found at wanderoutexpeditions.com

Come with us to the Banda Sea in 2027 🌊

One of the most remote expeditions we offer, this journey takes us deep into eastern Indonesia in search of pristine reefs, rare marine life, schooling fish, sharks, mantas, and even the possibility of whales passing through these wild waters.

When: September - October 2027 Where: Banda Sea, Indonesia

More information and apply on our website!

Come with us to the Banda Sea in 2027 🌊

One of the most remote expeditions we offer, this journey takes us deep into eastern Indonesia in search of pristine reefs, rare marine life, schooling fish, sharks, mantas, and even the possibility of whales passing through these wild waters.

When: September - October 2027 Where: Banda Sea, Indonesia

More information and apply on our website!

Sweetlips 🐠 one of the many beauties we see below the surface

Sweetlips 🐠 one of the many beauties we see below the surface

We’re slowly building our team of expedition leaders for future trips in French Polynesia, Norway, Indonesia, and beyond 🌊

Looking for people who:
• Feel comfortable in and around the ocean
• Stay calm and adaptable when plans change
• Love connecting with people from around the world
• Thrive in remote environments and long days outdoors
• Are proactive, organized, and team-oriented

Bonus if you have experience with photography, videography, freediving, marine life, boats, or guiding 🌀

Does this sound like you or someone you know? Tag them in the comments! Apply on our website wanderoutexpeditions.com on the ‘hiring now’ page

We’re slowly building our team of expedition leaders for future trips in French Polynesia, Norway, Indonesia, and beyond 🌊

Looking for people who:
• Feel comfortable in and around the ocean
• Stay calm and adaptable when plans change
• Love connecting with people from around the world
• Thrive in remote environments and long days outdoors
• Are proactive, organized, and team-oriented

Bonus if you have experience with photography, videography, freediving, marine life, boats, or guiding 🌀

Does this sound like you or someone you know? Tag them in the comments! Apply on our website wanderoutexpeditions.com on the ‘hiring now’ page

Fun fact about whales 🐋 🦛

Whales (including orcas) are most closely related to hippopotamuses.

Genetic and fossil evidence shows they share a common ancestor from about 50–55 million years ago.

Which means… whales actually evolved from land mammals.

Fun fact about whales 🐋 🦛

Whales (including orcas) are most closely related to hippopotamuses.

Genetic and fossil evidence shows they share a common ancestor from about 50–55 million years ago.

Which means… whales actually evolved from land mammals.

We have spent many days out on the water swimming with whales and observing them from a distance 🐋

On rare occasion do animals take interest in you and seek an interaction on their terms. This was a very curious juvenile whale who no matter how much you tried to keep your distance would try to get close. I was fortunate enough to see this whale three different times.
One of the times, Barnacles, didn’t want anything to do with us and instead spent the time playing with dolphins, doing backflips 20m below the surface next to the dolphins and gentle pushing them along.

Remember that these kind of interactions are very rare. Always keep your distance and let the marine life decide if they want to come to you or not.

We have spent many days out on the water swimming with whales and observing them from a distance 🐋

On rare occasion do animals take interest in you and seek an interaction on their terms. This was a very curious juvenile whale who no matter how much you tried to keep your distance would try to get close. I was fortunate enough to see this whale three different times.
One of the times, Barnacles, didn’t want anything to do with us and instead spent the time playing with dolphins, doing backflips 20m below the surface next to the dolphins and gentle pushing them along.

Remember that these kind of interactions are very rare. Always keep your distance and let the marine life decide if they want to come to you or not.

Researchers believe males sing primarily during breeding season. Their songs are like music and follow patterns, it can last 20-30 minutes and be repeated for hours 🐋🎵

Researchers believe males sing primarily during breeding season. Their songs are like music and follow patterns, it can last 20-30 minutes and be repeated for hours 🐋🎵

Hi from Mexico 🐟🦈

Every year thousands of Mobula Munkiana, or Monk’s Rays, congregate and travel along the coast of the Sea of Cortez. In the Sea of Cortez, we have the opportunity to witness one of the largest and most magnificent spectacles the ocean has to offer. On this expedition, we are out in the open ocean where anything can happen. we have the opportunity to witness the massive schools of aggregating mobula rays, blue whales, fin whales, sperm whales, humpback whales, sea lions, whale sharks, massive pods of dolphins, manta rays, orcas and more.

Talk soon,
Kelsey

Hi from Mexico 🐟🦈

Every year thousands of Mobula Munkiana, or Monk’s Rays, congregate and travel along the coast of the Sea of Cortez. In the Sea of Cortez, we have the opportunity to witness one of the largest and most magnificent spectacles the ocean has to offer. On this expedition, we are out in the open ocean where anything can happen. we have the opportunity to witness the massive schools of aggregating mobula rays, blue whales, fin whales, sperm whales, humpback whales, sea lions, whale sharks, massive pods of dolphins, manta rays, orcas and more.

Talk soon,
Kelsey

Introducing you to our captain of the Mo’orea expeditions, Patea Alexandre 🐋 he’s been working with whales for over 25 years and his expertise shows when we’re on the water

One thing different about us is we only hire local guides and captains that know the land, water and share our values

If you’ve met Patea on a previous trip or are hoping to meet him on a future one, say hello in the comments 👋

Introducing you to our captain of the Mo’orea expeditions, Patea Alexandre 🐋 he’s been working with whales for over 25 years and his expertise shows when we’re on the water

One thing different about us is we only hire local guides and captains that know the land, water and share our values

If you’ve met Patea on a previous trip or are hoping to meet him on a future one, say hello in the comments 👋

We recently went on an expedition to Raja Ampat 🪸 Here are a few reviews from some of our wonderful guests. One of our favorite things about doing these trips are not only having these incredible experiences but getting to meet YOU!

We’re fortunate to have so many repeat guests in our community and hope to keep growing 🤍

We recently went on an expedition to Raja Ampat 🪸 Here are a few reviews from some of our wonderful guests. One of our favorite things about doing these trips are not only having these incredible experiences but getting to meet YOU!

We’re fortunate to have so many repeat guests in our community and hope to keep growing 🤍

Mom & calf 🐋

Humpback whale calves rely on their mothers for warmth, protection, and up to 200 liters of milk per day. Getting them ready for their journey towards independence

Mom & calf 🐋

Humpback whale calves rely on their mothers for warmth, protection, and up to 200 liters of milk per day. Getting them ready for their journey towards independence

Although our trips are heavily focused on whales and rays, we get excited to see ALL wildlife big and small 🐠🐡🐬

Although our trips are heavily focused on whales and rays, we get excited to see ALL wildlife big and small 🐠🐡🐬

Most people think they understand orcas… until they’re actually in the water with them.

Then everything you thought you knew starts to shift. 🌀

If you want to swim with Orcas in 2026 we have a few spots left on our Norway expedition ❄️ DM to inquire or visit our website

Most people think they understand orcas… until they’re actually in the water with them.

Then everything you thought you knew starts to shift. 🌀

If you want to swim with Orcas in 2026 we have a few spots left on our Norway expedition ❄️ DM to inquire or visit our website

Every winter, herring fill the fjords of northern Norway… and the whales follow ❄️

Orcas, humpbacks, and fin whales all come in close, creating some of the most incredible moments you can have in the water.

On our expedition, we head above the Arctic Circle. Living on our ship and spending our days out on the fjords. Snowy mountains, soft light, and if we’re lucky, the northern lights at night.

If this has been on your mind, join us in 2026 🐋 only a few spots left!

November 15-21, 2026 | Tromsø, Norway

Every winter, herring fill the fjords of northern Norway… and the whales follow ❄️

Orcas, humpbacks, and fin whales all come in close, creating some of the most incredible moments you can have in the water.

On our expedition, we head above the Arctic Circle. Living on our ship and spending our days out on the fjords. Snowy mountains, soft light, and if we’re lucky, the northern lights at night.

If this has been on your mind, join us in 2026 🐋 only a few spots left!

November 15-21, 2026 | Tromsø, Norway

It really is that simple 🐋

We still have a few spots available for our 2026 expeditions and announcing some 2027 trips soon!

It really is that simple 🐋

We still have a few spots available for our 2026 expeditions and announcing some 2027 trips soon!

If you want to swim with Orcas, join our ocean safari in Norway! ❄️

November 15-21, 2026 | Tromsø, Norway

More information on our website or DM us 🌀

If you want to swim with Orcas, join our ocean safari in Norway! ❄️

November 15-21, 2026 | Tromsø, Norway

More information on our website or DM us 🌀

Small glimpses into Baja, Mexico 🌊 where the water stretches deep and blue, bait balls shimmer beneath the surface, and you never know when a mobula ray or sea lion might appear out of the open ocean.

More on the blog 🦭🐟

Small glimpses into Baja, Mexico 🌊 where the water stretches deep and blue, bait balls shimmer beneath the surface, and you never know when a mobula ray or sea lion might appear out of the open ocean.

More on the blog 🦭🐟

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