Whale Tracker - Sightings Map

Whale Tracker - Sightings Map

Orca & humpback watch near me

24 ratings
18 reviews
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Lowest price: Free 8 months ago (-100%)


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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 31, 2025
  • September 28, 2026

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About

Discover real-time, verified whale and shark sightings worldwide on a live map. Receive proximity alerts, track individual whales, and explore migration routes. Ideal for whale watchers, boaters, and ocean enthusiasts.

✓Live sightings map
✓Proximity alerts
✓Track individual whales
✓Worldwide coverage
✓Migration routes
✓Captain Mode for boaters
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What's New in Whale Tracker

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September 28, 2026

• Fixed a layout bug that cut off the left and right edges of the sighting details screen — it affected sightings with a landscape photo • Photos on the sightings, community and news screens now fit the screen properly • Coordinates, buttons and labels stay readable at the largest text sizes • Subscription plans load more reliably, and retry on their own if a plan doesn't appear • Thank you to the readers who wrote in about the cut-off edges — that report is what found it

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Whale Tracker Premium Monthly

Access to live sighting map, alerts, and whale articles

$8.991 Month
Price Updates
September 9, 2026→$8.99
August 7, 2026→$4.99
July 31, 2026→$5.99
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This app rose +12 positions in Travel chart.

Last updated on October 2, 2026.

User reviews

Costly app and doesn’t fit on screen

The app is not cheap which is not the issue. But it does set an expectation that it fits on the screen. The left and right side are cut off on iPhone 15 pro. Coordinates for location are cut off on the left. Button is cutoff on the right.

Please fix this. Thanks.

Response from developer

Thank you for spelling out exactly what is cut off. Coordinates on the left and the button on the right, on an iPhone 15 Pro, is precise enough for us to chase down. That should not happen on any current iPhone, and you are paying for the app, so it is not good enough. It is with our developers now. Two things would help us find it faster: which screen you were on, and whether Display Zoom or a larger text size is turned on in Settings. Email me at stephenhartwd@gmail.com with those and mention this review, and I will send you a free Whale Tracker promo code as a thank you. - Stephen, Whale Tracker

No follow button :(

Cool app, but the follow button doesn’t show up.

Response from developer

Thanks for flagging this, and sorry. Following is a fairly new feature, so if the button isn't showing up for you that's on us, not something you're missing. It's now with our developers to fix. Email me at stephenhartwd@gmail.com and mention this review - I'll send you a free promo code for Whale Tracker as a thank you. It would also really help if you tell me where in the app you were trying to follow from and your iOS version, so we can track the bug down. Thanks for the four stars despite it. We'd like to earn the fifth. - Stephen, Whale Tracker

Very useful

This app is amazing! Perfect for whale sightings around BC.

Response from developer

Thank you! BC is where this whole thing started - the Salish Sea and Vancouver Island are some of the best-covered water we have, so it means a lot to hear it's working right where it matters most. If you ever spot something the map missed, tell us the area and we'll go chase down a source for it. Happy spotting! - Whale Tracker Team

Worth downloading

Found this app before our vacation and ended up seeing humpbacks on our second day. Definitely keeping it for future trips!

Response from developer

Humpbacks on day two is a good holiday. Thank you for this. Planning a trip around where the whales actually are is exactly what we built the map for, so it's great to hear it paid off that fast. If you tell us where you're headed next we're happy to check how well covered that stretch is before you go. - Whale Tracker Team

Must have

Great app, I used this for a day out with my family and we spotted few good looking whales. If you love marine life this is definitely a must have!

Response from developer

Thank you - a family day out that actually ends in whales is the whole reason this app exists. If there's a stretch of coast you visit often that looks thin on the map, let us know where and we'll see about adding reporting sources for it. Hope the next trip turns up something even better. - Whale Tracker Team

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FAQ

What types of marine life can I see on Whale Tracker?

Whale Tracker displays verified sightings of orcas, humpback whales, blue whales, sperm whales, grey whales, and great white sharks. The app aims to provide real-time data on these animals.

How does Whale Tracker notify me about nearby sightings?

The app offers proximity alerts that notify you the moment a whale or shark is near. You can customize these alerts by species and radius to receive timely notifications.

Is Whale Tracker available worldwide?

Yes, Whale Tracker offers worldwide coverage, including regions like the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Norway, Iceland, Japan, and the UK. It aims to be a comprehensive resource for global marine life tracking.

What is Captain Mode in Whale Tracker?

Captain Mode is a feature designed for boaters, providing a live chart with real-time proximity alerts and speed warnings. This mode enhances safety and awareness for those on the water.

Does Whale Tracker have ads?

Based on the provided data, Whale Tracker does not contain advertisements. The app focuses on delivering its features without interruption from ads.

What is the subscription cost for Whale Tracker?

Whale Tracker offers auto-renewable subscriptions, with monthly plans ranging from $3.99 to $4.99. These subscriptions unlock certain features and are managed through your Apple ID settings.

How often is Whale Tracker updated?

The app was last updated on June 17, 2026, indicating a recent focus on improvements and new content. The latest version is 18.

What is the age rating for Whale Tracker?

Whale Tracker has an age rating of 17+, which is typically due to the nature of the content or potential for mature themes. Users under 17 should consult with a parent or guardian.