#spermwhales , #mauritius , #oceanconservation , #whalewatching , #ethicaltourism , #marineprotection , #wildlifeencounters ,#coastguardaction , #sustainabletravel , #protectwhatyoulove , #nowhaleswimming , #spottedfabristories ,#responsibletourism , #w

When the Mauritian coast guard launched a major operation to stop illegal whale tourism, I was there—on the water, witnessing history. After years of harassment, the sperm whales of Mauritius—each with a name, each with a story—finally saw a wave of protection arrive. This article reflects on that powerful moment, the law behind it, and why respectful tourism is the only way forward.