Departing from granville island in downtown vancouver, the wild whales experience allows you to observe whales and the diverse wildlife of the pacific coast in their natural habitat. Wild whales vancouver all you need to know before you go. Luckily, there are a number of boat trips to areas where you can see 30ton marine mammals majestically glide. Youll see orca whales, migrating humpback whales and much more. Known as the place to go for the best whale watching in british columbia, vancouver island offers amazing opportunities to witness wild marine life. Vancouver whale watching whale watching tours in vancouver. While she was here, she hopped on a ferry and went to vancouver island to go whale watching. Witness resident killer whales, biggs killer whales, humpback whales, dolphins, bears, wolves, bald eagles and so much more. We are located at the harbour flight centre dock on the north west side of the vancouver convention centre. As my relative raved about the beautiful orcas they saw that day, it occurred to me that i had never seen killer whales myself, despite having spent my entire life in vancouver.
See whales and other marine wildlife on a whalewatching tour in vancouver. It sounds like you had incredible encounters with both killer whales and humpback whales and with other local marine wildlife. I went to vancouver when i was younger, and one of the only things i remember from that trip was when my parents took me whale watching. British columbia is home to dozens of whale species, 23 to be exact, according to the vancouver aquarium. Join your professional naturalist and board a first class, modern vessel for a 3 to 5hour expedition, starting in the picturesque, historic fishing village of steveston and traveling.
We took a tour with eagle wings tours from victoria fisher mans warff in mid september, it was a great trip with our excellent captain marine biologist geoff. Orca spirit is gold certified with green tourism canada and continually look for new ways to reduce their carbon footprint and. His passion for nautical engineering and local marine environments continued throughout his 20s as he completed his marine power engineer and masters captains. Wild whales vancouver currently has two vessels in our fleet, and two more coming in june 2019. Cruise the salish sea and get acquainted with a vast array of wildlife on board a 3hour covered or zodiac vessel whale watching tour followed by an extended panoramic seaplane tour 45 minutes in length with 35 minute flight time, looping wider than the classic panorama tour with an. Humpback whales the world over are known for their epic migrations, complex songs, and the acrobatic jumps that earn them their name. Orca spirit is gold certified with green tourism canada and continually look for new ways to reduce their carbon. 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. With this peace of mind, you can enjoy the trip even if the whales are being shy. Our crew bc whale tours victoria whale watching tours. Whale watching from vancouver vancouver message board.
Our whale watching tour focuses on magnificent orcas killer whales, majestic humpback whales, and other marine wildlife such as porpoises, sea lions. Whale watching vancouver or victoria eagle wing tours. Although wildlife is the focus of our trip, the scenery along the way is not to be forgotten. If your feet are a bit sore from your day at stanley park, or you are interested in learning a bit more about the city, consider doing a hop on hop off tour.
Have a bathroom onboard, are equipped with the latest in marine safety, navigation, and communication equipment. Combine two activities into one day in the gulf islands, and then return to vancouver via speedboat, cutting the return trip to just two hours. On vancouver island, youll find reputable whale watching providers to bring you close to the action while respecting the boundaries of these magnificent animals. Whale watching trip options range from highspeed zodiac trips in fullon survival suits to covered boats that can seat a larger number of people and travel at a slower speed. Ships traveling below 10 knots have a low risk of striking and fatally injuring a. Looks good but then i dont get to see downtown much 3 prince of whales whale watching only. While in vancouver, dont miss the chance to take a whalewatching tour and spot killer whales, porpoises, seals, eagles and other wildlife amid the stunning scenery of canadas southwest coast. From there we will provide directions for boarding your boat. While other vancouver island whale watching tours are heading for shore, our experienced captains and crew are going the extra mile or 50 to show you the gray whale feeding beaches, the eagles nests, the hidden coves and all. The majestic orca has long been the proud symbol of our incredible city.
Toprated vancouver whale watching tours 2020 dolphin tours. Bc whale tours victoria aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich. More often than not, the whales are friendly, swimming up close to the boat, where you can you get an upclose look and snap some amazing photos. This ensures the highest sightings of killer whales on vancouver island every year. While other vancouver island whale watching tours are heading for shore, our experienced captains and crew are going the extra mile or 50 to show you the gray whale feeding beaches, the eagles nests, the hidden coves and all the other delights. All four of these vessels have been custom built for whale watching and are exceptional for wildlife viewing. Halfday whale watching adventure from vancouver provided by. Most of the whale watching is within the protected waters of the gulf islands so in most tours during the summer months, the sea conditions can be quite comfortable. Kayak and seaplane trips even the bc ferry ride to victoria are other ways to see the whales and wildlife. This is your chance to sea kayak with killer orca whales or watch them from our boat, the.
Looks good but then i dont get to see downtown much 3 prince of whales whale watching. His love for the ocean, the outdoors and vancouver islands wildlife started in his youth. The rugged beauty of the west coast is something that should be experienced with victorias boutique whale watching company. Tofino whale watching tours ocean outfitters, tofino bc. Yes, victoria can be just a short 35 minute floatplane or helicopter ride from downtown vancouver with both offering multiple daily departures throughout the year.
Whale watching at the san juan islands from victoria bc on vancouver island canada. Members of the public are encouraged to download the whalereport app and. Four days in vancouver island whale watching paradise. Should we just plan to do it there or head up to sidney or some other spot. We had a great time on our trip, and id recommend vancouver whale watch to any other groups, definitely. Were in the planning stage of our trip so we can adjust our itinerary. Enjoy a scenic 35 minute float plane ride from vancouvers coal harbour to downtown victoria, then start your. Ocean ecoventures is the most centrallylocated whale watching company on vancouver island.
Wild whales vancouver 2020 all you need to know before. Hi, we party of 2 will be staying 3 days in vancouver ywca hotel as from 2908 until 3108. And what is even better is that once you arrive in downtown victoria, eagle wing tours is located at fishermans wharf, just minutes away from what can be the start of an exceptional k iller whale watching opportunity. Wild whales vancouver 2020 all you need to know before you. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time on the water with us. In the event of a nowhale trip, you are invited back with us for a complimentary tour. I do not want to knock victoria as there is good viewing around there and if travelling further north is difficult time wise it is a good choice. Oct 19, 2015 i went to vancouver when i was younger, and one of the only things i remember from that trip was when my parents took me whale watching. In the event of a no whale trip, you are invited back with us for a complimentary tour. 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. Allinclusive tours for whale watching and wildlife.
Halfday whale watching adventure from vancouver provided. Victoria is a very convenient place to go whale watching from, as it is a hub of tourism for vancouver island. Victoria is good for orcas but heading further north to telegraph cove andor port mcneill is better for viewing orcas and other wildlife. It was a quick start to what turned out to be an unforgettable day. Harold is the ownerpresident of bc whale tours, victorias premium marine adventure company. Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled tour departure.
Eagle wing tours gives you more than just a look at whales, they give you the longest and most comprehensive whale watching tours in the industry. Go whale watching, and explore butchart gardens in victoria, vancouver island on this day trip from vancouver. It wasnt more than 20minutes from the time we left the pier before the first killer whale graced us with its presence. Hi, i am planning to do whale watching from vancouver on 23rd june. Tour are scheduled four hours in length however the tour may be extended up to an hour longer if needed at the discretion of the captain. Were planning a visit to victoria and see there are numerous companies there. No rush, this is a lifetime guarantee as we want to bring all of our guests whale watching dreams to life. Simply put, if you dont see whales on your boating adventure, you can get your money back or depart on another tour. Our vancouver island whale watching trip trip lasted around 4 hours and i will never forget it. Luckily, there are a number of boat trips to areas where you can see 30ton marine mammals majestically glide through the open waters of canada. Join your professional naturalist and board a first class, modern vessel for a 3 to 5hour expedition, starting in the picturesque, historic fishing village of steveston and traveling through the. Board one of our four vessels at vancouver s unique and historic granville island. Watch for orca whales and other marine wildlife on a halfday whale watching tour in vancouver. Ocean ecoventures offers whale watching, wildlife encounters and multiday expedition style zodiac marine eco tours exploring the remote waters and wildlife of vancouver island.
Gray whales migrate northward to the subarctic waters of the bering sea from their breeding grounds in mexico from march until june each year, and then begin the migration back south between september and december. Whale watching vancouver vancouver forum tripadvisor. Watch orcas, gray, andor humpback whales in their natural habitat on this highspeed whale watching safarialong the british columbia shoreline. Take an express cruiser boat through the gulf islands, keeping your eyes peeled for orca whales, and then spend the day exploring victoria before catching a. Combine 2 popular local attractions into one and go on a whale watching safari from vancouver to victoria. I have found 3 companies that operate from granville island or from richmond, but. Meanwhile on vancouver island, canada, the people of tofino and ucluelet celebrate the. Big horns intro 2 by audionautix is licensed under a creative commons attribution license s. Go sea kayaking, salmon fish for dinner, amazing wildlife. Hi, i am planning to do whale watching from vancouver on 23rd june 1 wild whales vancouver this is sold out. Every trip is different, as we follow reports of the whales location. It was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Telegraph cove on vancouver island, the orca capital of the world. Prince of whales whale watching vancouver tripadvisor.
Full day whale watching and wildlife tours vancouver island. May 29, 2016 whale watching at the san juan islands from victoria bc on vancouver island canada. We took our preteen kids out with stubbs island from telegraph cove. Orca spirit adventures is victorias premier whale watching company offering carbon neutral tours led by certified marine naturalists whose knowledge and passion for vancouver islands marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry. Orca dreams offers fourday allinclusive tours from our luxury island camp site in the wildlife rich area of northern vancouver island, british columbia, canada. Whale watching tour from granville island in vancouver we set off with what we thought was plenty of time to get form west vancouver to wild whales but we had to notify them that we were running late due to traffic. Besides guaranteed sightings, you also can find vancouver whale watching packages that include more than a boat trip. A few years back i had a family member visit vancouver from europe. Whale watching tours are available from the inner harbour of victoria, sidney, tofino, campbell river, and port hardy, as well as most of the communities on the island. There are many options for transportation to our office and departure point.
Sep 12, 2017 day 2 of your 3 days in vancouver should be dedicated to exploring the downtown core of the city. Book a minimum 2 night bc ferries vacations package and receive your whalewatching tour with orca spirit adventures at 50% off. It sounds like you had incredible encounters with both killer whales and humpback whales. Hop aboard and experience orcas, killer whales, gray, humpback, and minke whales up close and personal.
Where on vancouver island is the best place to go whale watching orcas in the summer. Later that afternoon, sonia and i were sitting on a terrace on granville island, enjoying a beer, and just replaying the images we had seen in our minds eye. The port of vancouver, the port of prince rupert, bc coast pilots, bc ferries. Sep 03, 2018 our vancouver island whale watching trip trip lasted around 4 hours and i will never forget it.
For example, one whale from j pod a resident killer whale is named princess angeline j17 and one whale from a transient pod is named stanley t123a. The whaleplanner september a whale watching infographic. Day 2 of your 3 days in vancouver should be dedicated to exploring the downtown core of the city. Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria. Located in the heart of the southern resident killer whales and biggs killer whales travel areas, cowichan bay offers a relaxed experience away from the hustle and bustle. Before boarding, we ask all guests to checkin at our office. The marine life in the waters of bc is abundant and diverse, but there is no greater creature than the mighty whale. On the 30th or 31st we would like to do a whale watching excurison. Unlike openair speed boats, this heated whale watching boat has indoor and outdoor viewing decks so youll enjoy a comfortable trip in any weather. Offer valid for bookings made before july 21, 2014 and travel prior to september 7, 2014. We paid for 3 hours but got over 4, during which we saw a pod of about 6 transient orca 1 calf, around 20 resident orca, 2 humpback whales and lots of stellar sealions and californian sealions, we had top class day out with loads of. Every year, thousands of gray whales travel between mexico and alaska, one of the longest. Join our professional wildlife guides for a 3 to 5 hour whale watching tour, starting in the picturesque west coast fishing village of historic steveston and traveling. We are located on granville island, 510 minutes from most downtown hotels.
Watch orcas, gray, andor humpback whales in their natural habitat on this highspeed whalewatching safarialong the british columbia shoreline. Whale watching vancouver island is a onceinalifetime exerience. In the fall pacific humpbacks are readying for their winter migration to hawaii. If youre absolutely set on a successful vancouver whale watching excursions, be sure to pick one of the companies with a guarantee. Over the next three hours, we must have seen various orca whales breach the surface more than 100 times. Looking for the best whale watching on vancouver island. Best time place for whale watching experience vancouver forum.
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