Orkney’s wild and windswept waters are a gateway to some of the ocean’s most magnificent creatures—whales. From the towering dorsal fins of orcas patrolling the coastline to the graceful movements of minke whales gliding through the waves, these gentle giants are a breathtaking sight. Occasionally, humpbacks and even elusive sperm whales pass through, their immense presence a reminder of the deep, untamed world beneath the surface. For centuries, whales have been woven into Orkney’s folklore.
