1. Spot Marine Mammals From Your Balcony
Funny things to do on a cruise ship list comprise spotting a sea creature from the balcony. These charismatic creatures are hard to identify from a distance.
You can admire the ocean from your cabin balcony while watching some dolphins flip over and greet Harbor porpoises.
If the whale's tail flukes show, providing an excellent photo opportunity, it signals the whale will plunge hundreds of feet deep and may not reappear for an hour.
Sea Creature | Mostly Seen Places from Cruise |
Whales | Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, Caribbean |
Sea Otters | Canada, New England |
Sea Lions and Seals | Galapagos, San Francisco |
Manta Rays | Hawaii, Maldives |
Dolphins | Caribbean, New Zealand, Key West |