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total of two of these magnificent creatures bears swimming and playing together in
dotting the landscape. the frigid waters.

As we made our way back, a mesmerizing
scene greeted us one evening. Two
towering blows against the horizon caught
our attention, sparking our curiosity.
Intrigued, we drew closer and discovered
the elegant shapes of two humpback
whales. Illuminated by the gentle light of
the midnight sun, their tails glimmered
with a golden hue, presenting a sight of Polar Bear swimming and playing
unparalleled beauty. To see them emerging from the sea to feast
on a whale carcass was very exciting—
it was truly a magical experience. We
relished every moment spent observing
their behaviour, cherishing the unique
opportunity for hours on end. The polar
bears displayed an unexpected calmness
and relaxation in our presence, even
approaching us on a couple of occasions.
These were truly once-in-a-lifetime
Glimmering tales of the whale: Elephant-like silhouettes of two moments that etched unforgettable
humpback whales in motion
memories into our hearts and minds.

Amidst the calm undulations of the sea, Polar Bear
we caught sight of the unmistakable blows
of finn whales, their majestic presence
marked by wisps of mist rising into the
Arctic air.
Despite the dense fog that shrouded
the morning, we courageously set out in
our zodiacs, determined to explore and
encounter the Arctic wildlife. To our sheer
amazement, we stumbled upon three polar

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