I can not say enough about this experience. We booked this tour during our Alaskan cruise and it was 3+ hours that changed my life forever. First, Capt Josh, his boat and crew, are all top notch. They are very professional and extremely knowledgeable. They definitely knew what they were doing.
Our trip started with us pulling up on a pod of whales and Capt Josh killed the engines. The whales were surfacing then they suddenly dove. Capt Josh told us keep a sharp eye for them. The next thing we knew, we were hearing whale songs through the hull of the boat. Suddenly, the water erupted just behind the boat and the whales surfaced during a bubble feed. We were close enough to feel the spray and smell the whales. It was awe inspiring. We spent the next 3 plus hours, with minor detours to see some other wildlife, following a pod of 13-15 humpback whales. We ended up seeing the pod bubble feed 4 more times, multiple dives, fin slaps and breaches. There is simply nothing I can compare it too.
And the drone, it just add another level to the experience. Watching the footage after we got home helped us relive the experience all over again. Capt Josh is the only operator offering the drone experience. I bet others will be copying him soon.
I just want to wrap up by saying, we know it was an exceptional tour with exceptional timing. Even Capt Josh said this was an exceptional day and it isn't always that good. I'm just forever thankful I was there when it was.