Quandamooka Welcome Whales
Crew and guests were very privileged to be aboard the Tangalooma Jet for the official launch of Tangalooma's 2016 whale watching season. The season was launched in fine form, welcoming dancers and an elder from Quandamooka to welcome the whales (yura yalingblla) to the region by singing and performing sacred rituals like didgeridoo playing and story telling. The Quandamooka people are the traditional custodians of the land, and are the people of the land and sea. On board, they provided guests and crew with a rich insight into the stories of Quandamooka and their peoples strong spiritual connection with the animals from the region, including the majestic Humpback Whale. Conditions were perfect and we were blessed with two juvenile whales coming up close to the vessel during one of the ceremonial songs played by the Quandamooka. A total of 6 whales were spotted for the day.