Samana continues to attract visitors to the delight of one of the best sites in the world to watch the huge humpback whales while frolic offshore. The whale-watching season runs from January 15th to March 30th. Punta Balandra, on the road from Samanà City to Las Galeras, is an observation point for watching whales, without having to get on a boat. If you do not get the chance to go whale watching, the small Museo de lasBallenas where you'll find interesting information about whales passing near Samana.