Whale watching can be harmful to whales if the boat skipper is irresponsible or doesn't follow the correct rules for driving around whales. However, The Operator have been operating tours for over 14 years and always take the utmost care. They are required to keep their distance from the whales (100m), and it is up to the whales to decide if they want to approach the boat. Humpback whales are naturally curious and often approach us, but The Operator cannot force this interaction.