TORONTO, Ontario (KRON) — An amazing close encounter for some kayakers in Canada, as they came face-to-face with some humpback whales.

A dozen kayakers were paddling near Cortes Island in British Columbia when they were treated to the show of a lifetime–a close encounter with a mother whale and her baby calf.

The group was on a five-day expedition and had heard of the pair in the area.

So, they paddled over and what a show they got!

The adventure company promises fond memories for its customers, but even it didn’t expect anything like this.

Watch the above video to see the encounter.