Whale watching for one, two, or four at orcas island whale watch up to 61% off. They offer trips allowing you to stay for a few days in victoria before flying you back to vancouver. We respect the investment our guests make to join us and we are dedicated to making your trip the experience of a lifetime. Get up close and personal with a variety of marine life off of the coast of vancouver island with an exhilarating whale watching tour that departs from victorias inner harbour. Admire native marine wildlife in the waters of british columbia on this 3hour whalewatching adventure in victoria. Guaranteed whales from the no 1 site on tripadvisor. Majestic mammals and marine wildlife abound in the waters surrounding victoria, including the orca, or killer whale, and gray, humpback, and minke whales. The weather is getting colder, the days shorter, but that doesnt seem to. Victoria, bc is the best place on earth to view whales in the wild. Victoria bc san juan safaris san juan island whale. The whaleplanner february a whale watching infographic. Whale watching packages and fees springtide whale watching. Packages include complete roundtrip transportation from vancouver, plus an exciting threehour whale watching tour on your choice of springtides 61. Offer valid for bookings made before july 21, 2014 and travel prior to september 7, 2014.
We are so pleased to hear that you had an incredible killer whale encounter with multiple pods. The humpback whales are already here feeding, the salmon runs are beginning to peak, and by mid july the killer whales are likely to be seen daily. Other aquatic neighbours include sea lions, seals, porpoise and many marine birds. Prince of whales whale watching black ball ferry line. If youre coming from vancouver, springtide is pleased to arrange one of several convenient transportation packages for you. Surrounded by killer whales in victoria, british columbia. Whale watching victoria prince of whales wildlife adventures. Check out the guaranteed whale watching program offered by eagle wing tours in victoria bc. A whale watching tour is a mustdo activity while in victoria, bc.
After our unsuccessful search for whale sharks in belize a few months ago, we were thrilled to be invited by tourism victoria to go on a whale watching tour with prince of whales. Eagle wing whale watching in victoria british columbia canada at fishermans wharf. Whale, dolphin or porpoise sightings from our coastal waterways in british columbia. Expected guaranteed killer whales, orcas, and more. The whale spends the summer and a few fall months in the arctic waters before heading south.
Whale watching tour companies generally operate between may and october. Whale watching tours and wild life tours, bc whale tours is one of victorias finest whale watching companies. Whaletrips british columbia whale watching in british. There are different types of whales in various parts of bc, so it really depends on what kind of whales you were hoping to see, and where in bc you were planning to be its a huge province. Watch whales and other diverse marine species on the salish sea on this 3. Prince of whales wildlife adventures have a whale sightings gaurantee. Within a mile or 2 of victoria harbour we stumbled across a pod of orca. There is no seagoing experience quite like watching, closeup, a sleek whale weighing thousands of pounds frolic like a child in its natural habitat.
Prince of whales excursions take passengers on a wildlife cruise up to 100km in length in search of killer whales, humpback whales. Not only are you likely to have the tour all to yourself, but prices are also cheaper than the going summer rate. We hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in victoria. Are you looking for the best place for whale watching tours in victoria bc and on vancouver isand. Five star whale watching is the fairmont empress hotel inhouse whale watching company, and as a guest of the hotel we have a special offer for you. Book a minimum 2 night bc ferries vacations package and receive your whalewatching tour with orca spirit adventures at 50% off. Catamaran excursions launch from victorias inner harbour. Around mid to late fall, the whales start their 5000mile journey south to baja california. If seeing orcas is a priority, please keep these dates in mind when you book your tour with us. Located in the heart of victorias beautiful inner harbour, prince of whales is the largest yearround whale watching and ecoadventure company in. From the commencement of our tour you will see the snow crowned olympic mountains virtually soar from the sea bed. Or the big whales, such as finbacks and blue whales. Our whale watching tours located off the southern coast of victoria, british columbia consist of viewing transient orca pods, migrating humpback whales, grey whales and other marine animals that reside in our coastal waters.
Since whales travel close to the coast, many people enjoy going out on boats to view them. Each opening leads to a reduced ear canal and an eardrum. Humpback whales 40 minutes offshore from victoria, bc photo credit jeff lorton. Frequently asked questions about whale watching in bc. In fact we can even come to vancouver and pick you up there, or just about anywhere on vancouver island. Find the best victoria whale watching leaving from the downtown victoria waterfront. Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria.
Choose from either our covered or open boat tour options, both with on board washrooms. Whale watching in july and august vancouver island. The most important city of the island is victoria in the south. It sounds like you had incredible encounters with both killer whales and humpback whales and with other local marine wildlife. Ensure that company you chose has qualified staff, the knowledge of our orca naturalists is. The perfect companion for your whale watching trip. Make multiple wildlife stops and enjoy worldclass interpretation and personalized service from your naturalist guide and expert crew. There are three orca pods totaling over 80 whales in victoria s waters alone. Fly from vancouver harbour to victoria to join a three to three and a half hour long expedition to observe the wild orcas of haro strait. Killer whales are best observed from mid july through the first week of september. Experience amazing day time whale watching tours in the waters around victoria, bc from eagle wing tours. Although peak whale watching season is from mayoctober, there are definitely some benefits to enjoying a winter whale watching expedition. Bc whale tours victoria aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich.
The rugged beauty of the west coast is something that should be experienced with victorias boutique whale watching company. That results in a huge number of tour operators, actually so many of them by now that the whales are sometimes bothered by the many boats. From our downtown departure locations, we offer industryleading whale watching tours in vancouver, victoria, telegraph cove, and seattle. Tours bc whale tours victoria whale watching tours. We checked in at around 8 in the morning and were scheduled to take the big boat. Guaranteed whale watching program victoria bc eagle. Hop aboard your opentop boat in victoria harbour and cruise out into the rolling waves with your guide. S ummer time is the time to see all whale species in large numbers. All week wed been hearing that theres a good chance we wouldnt see killer whales whilst on the island. April to october join our comfortable 61 ft covered. We monitor and publish numbers, species, sightings and behaviour of cetaceans to raise public awareness, respect and enthusiasm for the protection of our coastal wildlife and marine ecosystems. Birds of a feather whalewatching departures can be from victorias inner harbour, from sidney, metchosin, sooke, salt spring island, or anywhere we can trailer the boat. Whale watching is a popular activity for residents and visitors to victoria, bc. Prince of whales is focused on sharing the beautiful and breathtaking coastal waters of british columbia, its vibrant wildlife, and its rich history.
Choose your victoria whale watching adventure just a short cruise from downtown victoria, an ocean wilderness awaits. Threehour tours narrated by a marine biologist provide information about marine life. Other scientists believe that a killer whales external ear openings are nonfunctional. Driving from victoria to tofino road trip tips from a local. Some scientists believe that killer whales receive sound through these openings. Its all about the gray whales in february, their migration is one of the longest of all marine animals. Whale watching in victoria, bc solemate adventures. The best whale watching is just outside victoria as the pods have a migration pattern through the area. Prince of whales whale watching is at 812 wharf st. This oneway adventure will take you from victoria, bc, canada on a 35 to 45minute tour bus to the world famous butchart gardens, where you will have freetime to explore at your. Day whale watching tours in victoria, bc eagle wing tours. Prince of whales adventures bcs best whale watching. Excursions can be booked on a variety of boats including kayaks, rigid hull zodiacs, or passenger cruise vessels. Prince of whales is focused on sharing the beautiful and breathtaking coastal waters of british columbia, its vibrant wildlife, and its.
With over 70 whales belonging to these families, transient orcas, and humpback whales youll have plenty of opportunities for an encounter with these magnificent creatures. There are also resident whales, which stay all summer. Thank you so much for choosing bc whale tours and for taking the time to share your experience. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time on the water with us. Passengers have a choice of sitting either outside on an openair deck or inside in a heated cabin aboard the 19metre 62 ft. If reserving on line please use the promotion code emp1. Prince of whales is a tour that allows you to go whalewatching off the coast of victoria city. Here are four criteria for choosing the best whale watching tour for you. Your trip certainly sounds like it was a special experience. Up and down the coast of british columbia, from victoria to port hardy on vancouver island, from vancouver to the bc gulf islands, and up to haida gwaii queen charlotte islands. Threehour wildlife whale watching tour for one or two from five star whale watching up to 35% off.
Five star whale watching, victoria, british columbia. Our company utilizes stateoftheart, custom designed, locally built vessels that are leading in the industry for safety. Call or click to make a reservation now and mention you are staying at the empress hotel to get a special rate. Victoria whale watching deals in victoria, bc groupon. Whale watching in victoria bc karla around the world. A killer whale does have small external ear openings, a few inches behind each eye. This cruise is covered by the whale guarantee program whale sightings are guaranteed during peak season. Another highlight is the migration of the gray whales past the western part of the island. Victoria whale watching tours sea king adventures inc. With many years of experience, youll be sure to enjoy this luxury ride. A premiere whale watching company based in victoria, british columbia, canada. Your vessel, a zodiac speedboat, is built with stability in mind and remains buoyant even in rough seas.