“Adrián Simancas was kayaking with his father, Dell, in the Strait of Magellan when the unimaginable happened. A massive humpback whale suddenly surfaced and engulfed Adrián and his bright yellow kayak for a few terrifying seconds before releasing him unharmed. Dell, who was just meters away, witnessed the shocking moment and managed to capture it on video. The incredible footage quickly went viral, leaving viewers stunned by the rare and dramatic encounter. Now the survivor himself has come on camera to explain his side of the story and what it was like inside a whale’s mouth and come back from the mouth of death, quite literally. Although whale attacks on humans are extremely rare in Chilean waters, the number of whale fatalities due to collisions with cargo ships has risen in recent years. Additionally, strandings have become a recurring issue over the past decade. The area is a renowned attraction in Chilean Patagonia, drawing adventure seekers from around the world. Its cold, unpredictable waters make it a demanding route for sailors, swimmers, and explorers who take on the challenge of crossing it in various ways. Even during the Southern Hemisphere’s summer, the region experiences brisk temperatures, with lows dipping to 39 degrees Fahrenheit and highs seldom rising above 68 degrees Fahrenheit.”
