International Swim for the Whales
The International Swim for the Whales are a series of environmental swims where open water swimmers swim with whales in various locations around the world. Several destinations are known for offering opportunities to swim with humpback whales and sperm whales, including Tonga, French Polynesia, the Dominican Republic, and Dominica.
It a virtual event held annually around World Animal Day on 4 October. Teams of up to 10 participants, from any country and of any age, collectively complete a distance using any activity — swimming, running, cycling, kayaking, and more. In 2023, 108 teams from 11 countries took part. In 2024, it grew to 136 teams from 18 countries including participants from every continent. Each team pays a registration fee and joins a fundraising competition to support the cause.
