Whale watching tours whale watching april 1 to october 31. The whale watching tours agencies also operate between march and october. Whale watching around vancouver island is a thrilling adventure at any age. Book a whale watching vancouver and discover memorable sights and rich culture of vancouver, canada ok we require some information from you, such as your name and email address, in order to make bookings and fulfill your service requests via the platform. Grab a life jacket, hang on tight and keep your eyes open. Our whale watching tour focuses on magnificent orcas killer whales, majestic humpback whales, and other marine wildlife such as porpoises, sea lions, seals and bald eagles. See whales and other marine wildlife on a whalewatching tour in vancouver. So it adds an extra dimension to the whale watching trip. For some of the best whale watching in bc, head on the whale watch plus tour. We work with remote passages marine excursions to offer our guests the chance to experience the ultimate whale watching adventure in british columbia. Our tours are located in steveston, it is a small scenic fishermen village. Jun 26, 2018 the whale watching tours agencies also operate between march and october. Embark on a whalewatching excursion onboard a small zodiac boat that allows.
Our knowledgeable drivers will give you a guided tour of vancouver and richmond as we take you to our destination, the charming historical fishing village of steveston, locally known as the gateway to the whales. Well pick you up at your downtown victoria hoteland when your whale watching adventure is over, well drop you back at the hotel, or if you prefer, anywhere in the victoria city core. In addition to our popular whale watching tours, we offer a variety of private charters, photography excursions, corporate team building and custom multiday tours. Explore the waters off the coast of british columbia on this whale watching tour to see killer whales, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, porpoises, marine birds and more. Victoria zodiac boat whale watching tour provided by. Our crew bc whale tours victoria whale watching tours.
Explore the water of the salish sea and strait of georgia with an experienced guide who tells you interesting facts about sea life as you search for killer whales, humpback whales, seals, sea lions, and sea birds. Vancouver whale watching tour from granville island 2020. Youll see orca whales, migrating humpback whales and much more. It was an incredibly lucky day for everyone on the water.
Please note the price listed is an estimate, based on availability of room types and all service providers. Small personal tour groups, never more than 12 passengers on our boats. Vancouver tours, excursions and activities landsea tours. The rates that we charge is a rate standard for all whale watching coming out of vancouver, our company rates are actually lower than some of the other companies in the area. Learn more about our trusted partners and additional activities for your excursion. Klm travel guide whale watching tours from vancouver island.
Toprated vancouver whale watching tours 2020 dolphin tours. Hi, we party of 2 will be staying 3 days in vancouver as from 2908 until 3108. Whale watching tour from granville island in vancouver. Seasonal, guided tours led by professional naturalists. Bc whale tours victoria 2020 all you need to know before. Wild whales vancouver is located 5 to 10 minutes from most hotels in the downtown area with easy access to granville island.
Whale watching season april 1 to october 31 vancouver whale watch provides passengers with the adventure of a lifetime through excellent customer service, first class vessels, the highest possible safety standards and added value from an onthewater education of the west coast ecosystem. Kayak with us in johnstone strait, the broughton archipelago, desolation sound and the great bear rainforest. This site uses cookies to improve your experience, to enhance site security and to show you personalized advertising. Victoria whale watching packages and deals eagle wing tours. There were a number of pacific whitesided dolphin pods observed with the largest pod numbering around 50 members. The most popular month to go is august, which has the most number of tour departures.
Whale watching in british columbia mainly boils down to whale watching on vancouver island, even if you can also book tours directly from vancouver. We are the most centrally located whale watching company on vancouver island with the highest sighting of orcas and humpback whales every year. Jessicas love of wildlife, and breathtaking vancouver island, brought her to the bc whale tours team in 2017. Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria.
Vancouver whale watch richmond 2020 all you need to. Like a sharp blade, it sparkled as the sunlight hit the beads of water falling from the fin and back into the pacific ocean. Eagle wing tours is motivated to provide our guests with more than just a look at the whales. Whale watching trips, sea lion and birding tours, and nature and historical tours. By clicking on or navigating the site, you agree to our use of cookies.
The coastline around vancouver island is the scene of a large whale migration that moves through the pacific ocean. How far in advance of my tour does the shuttle arrive. Orca dreams offers fourday allinclusive tours from our luxury island camp site in the wildlife rich area of northern vancouver island, british columbia, canada. Become more familiar with whales and other marine life on this whale watching tour from granville island in vancouver. Whale watching vancouver island is a onceinalifetime exerience. The ride can get a little bumpy if we encounter waves or the wakes from large boats. And also home to disneys world of storybrooke, the setting for the famous tv series once. So, if you choose other months to enjoy holidays in vancouver, you may not get a chance of watching orca whales. The whaleplanner september a whale watching infographic. Weather conditions in this area can be extremely variable. Vancouver whale watching a magical orca experience. Weve got 343 tours going to vancouver, starting from just 3 days in length, and the longest tour is 93 days.
Prince of whales is focused on sharing the beautiful and breathtaking coastal waters of british columbia, its vibrant wildlife, and its rich history. Full day whale watching and wildlife tours vancouver island. Start your whale watching adventure with a journey on one of our new shuttle buses. This is your chance to sea kayak with killer orca whales or watch them from our boat, the. We were impressed with the friendly staff from the moment we arrived at their. Our 34 hour whale watching tours depart daily from downtown nanaimo bc, april through october. One grey whale was reported off saratoga beachoyster river area about 2 weeks ago and over the past weekend, two grey whales were reported near comox. You and your family and friends can enjoy a totally private marine adventure of a lifetime. There are three orca pods totaling over 80 whales in victorias waters alone. Thank you so much for choosing bc whale tours and for taking the time.
Whale watching vancouver vancouver forum tripadvisor. Choose from either our covered or open boat tour options, both with on board washrooms. With a donation or an adoption of a whale you can help to make the world a place where whales and dolphins are free and safe. I have found 3 companies that operate from granville island or from richmond, but i have no clue which one to choose. Whale watching on vancouver island has become an extremely popular attraction. Your trip certainly sounds like it was a special experience.
With 600700 hp powering our vessels, bc whale tours offers guests one of the longest ranges for whale watching tours in all of the victoria whale watching industry. Top 10 best whale watching tours in vancouver, bc last. Our whale watching tour focuses on magnificent orcas killer whales and majestic humpback whales, and other marine wildlife such as porpoises, sea lions, seals and bald eagles. Tofino whale watching tours ocean outfitters, tofino bc. These are all typical maneuvers you may expect to see while whale watching off the west coast of vancouver island. Three of us chose this outfit to go whale watching while in. Although we would love to make our tours cheaper it is just not possible with the costs of running the actual tour fuel, staff etc. Rates and departures subject to change without notice. It wasnt long before a black dorsal fin broke through the water. The whaleplanner march a whale watching infographic whaletrips. Whale watching tour from granville island in vancouver wild whales vancouver.
Welcome the first gray whales of the season on vancouver island. Kayak with whales, go whale watching and wilderness camping on your vancouver island adventure. To download the full whaleplanner as a graphic, please just click this link and. Vancouver whale watch richmond all you need to know. From our downtown departure locations, we offer industryleading whale watching tours in vancouver, victoria, telegraph cove, and seattle. Wild whales vancouver all you need to know before you go. Thank you so much for choosing bc whale tours and for taking the time to share your experience. In 2010 she came back to vancouver island to complete high school. It wasnt more than 20minutes from the time we left the pier before the first killer whale graced us with its presence. Agencies that offer whale watching tours take you through some of the most scenic places in the west coast. Fly from vancouvers harbour right to the whale watching boat in victoria and have a whale watching adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy a scenic 35 minute float plane ride from vancouvers coal harbour to downtown victoria, then start your southern resident killer whale watching adventure. British columbia whale watching in british columbia whaletrips. Board our 30 rigid hull inflatable zodiacs, or one of our high speed covered family cruisers to enjoy some of the most spectacular scenery in the world.
Vancouver whale watch, 12240 2nd ave suite 210 steveston, richmond, british columbia v7e 3l8 canada this is our office where you can get information about our excursions, and also check in for your tour. Well take you through the salish sea ecosystem to see whales and other marine life in their natural habitat. To find out more about the whale watching tours we offer on vancouver island, click here. From vancouver, youll travel to victoria for more whale watching and to explore canadas most english city. The killer whales come to this region to feed on the salmon that are returning to the fraser river to spawn. Its an incredible experience to see these beautiful whales off the coast of vancouver and theres really no better place to see them in the wild. Enjoy a scenic 35 minute float plane ride from vancouver s coal harbour to downtown victoria, then start your southern resident killer whale watching adventure with us. On the 30th or 31st we would like to do a whale watching excurison. The bonus of leaving from steveston seabreeze or vancouver whale watch is that you depart from the historic village of steveston in the fraser river estuary, home to canadas largest fishing fleet, and home to many marine birds and wildlife and a different ecosystem. Burnaby bc, coquitlam bc, richmond ca, vancouver bc available days. Cruise with local certified naturalists and experts for a guided marine adventure to.
Whalewatching tour from vancouver on the go tours uk. Wild whales vancouver wild whales vancouver groupon. For anyone visiting british columbias west coast, whale watching is a must do activity. Bear and whale watching tours vancouver entree destinations. Youll enjoy upclose views of grizzly bears, orcas, sea lions, dolphins and more.
Experience vancouver whale watching in style and comfort. Our coastal wilderness is home to killer whales, humpback whales, sea lions, porpoises, seals, eagles, and more. Come for the afternoon, or stay a few nights at one of our partner hotels. We are so pleased to hear that you had an incredible killer whale encounter with multiple pods. Offering a delightful experience, these tours are all you need to enjoy your visit to the fullest. Enjoy a scenic 35 minute float plane ride from vancouvers coal harbour to downtown victoria, then start your southern resident killer whale watching adventure with us. Day whale watching tours in victoria, bc eagle wing tours. Explore vancouver, gaston, chinatown, downtown vancouver, canada place, vancouver convention center and the olympic cauldron on this exciting 1 day guided bus tour with excellent bus transportation at a deal breaking prices with great discounts. Longer tours to ensure maximum viewing time with the whales and wildlife. Tripadvisor whalewatching tour from vancouver provided. A premium version of the traditional service, our tour celebrates vancouvers unique neighbourhoods with.