ORCA
INTRODUCING OUR NEW CHARITY PARTNER - ORCA
We are proud to partner with ORCA, a charity dedicated to studying and protecting whales, dolphins and porpoises in UK and European waters, to launch the first ever cruise “Anti-Whaling” campaign, creating the Ambassador & ORCA pledge.
THE AMBASSADOR & ORCA PLEDGE
A brand-wide anti-whaling policy, making it clear that Ambassador Cruise Line is opposed to all commercial whaling
Formal notice to the Faroese Government urging them to end dolphin hunts
A review of all proposed Destination Experiences for guests in Iceland, Greenland, Norway and the Faroes and pledge to remove any activities that incorporate any form of whaling or offer the option to consume whale and dolphin products (e.g. restaurants serving whale meat), including not offering any experiences to Oceanariums (experiences that have captive marine mammals)
Our commitment to send booked guests pre-cruise communications advising them not to consume whale and dolphin meat during their trips, outlining the fact that tourism is one of the key drivers of whaling and making them aware of the significant human health risks in consuming whale meat
Incorporating onboard educational activities on sailings, about the whaling industry, the impact it has on the marine ecosystem and address myths surrounding the industry
As part of our pledge, ORCA will place two Ocean Conservationists onboard Ambience and Ambition on 23 sailings in 2024 and 2025 totalling over 585 days, and on 21 sailings in 2025/26 totalling 361 days.
These voyages, which take in key ports of call that hold significant value to ORCA, will help fill crucial gaps in sea life population monitoring, providing essential data to further the marine charity’s efforts in protecting marine animals.
Each no-fly ORCA sailing with Ambassador features an interactive education programme aimed at offering guests the opportunity to learn more about the marine environment. Ocean Conservationists activities range from lectures and Q&As to simply spending time on deck to help travellers spot and identify the incredible range of life that can be seen at sea.
Ambience and Ambition feature dedicated enrichment areas and a range of educational materials focused on whales and dolphins. These include the ORCA Ocean Watchers app, which allows guests to try their hand at being an Ocean Conservationist, and information about ORCA’s conservation programmes detailing how they are working to protect sea life around the world.
