Whale Watching in Vancouver and Victoria

You can go whale watching from downtown Vancouver or  from Victoria.

If you choose to whale watch from downtown Vancouver, you are only 15 minutes from the whale watching dock from most Vancouver hotels. These 3-7 hour Vancouver whale watching excursions take you into the Gulf of Georgia and beyond, in search of the southern resident Orca pods. The length of the trip depends on the location of the whales that day.

Whale Watching Photo Safari

WhaleFly from Vancouver harbour to Victoria to join a three to three and a half hour long expedition to study the wild Orcas of Haro Strait first hand. This unique opportunity to see the magnificent animals in their home waters will give you an understanding that no aquarium can provide. Additional highlights are the seabirds, seals, and underwater kelp forests of the Pacific Northwest ocean ecosystem. Additional time to explore Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is available at no extra charge.

Tour Pricing
Adult: $339 per person + 12% tax - fly in both directions

Tour Dates
Operates daily from April to October

Tour Duration
Day Long trip with 3 To 4 hours of whale watching (tour duration depends on the location of the whales)

For more information or reservations, call  1-800-913-9207 or 604-990-9299

Whale Watching Photo Safari w/ Ferry & Coach Return

The emerald waters surrounding southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands are the year-round playground of many spectacular 'family' pods of killer whales (orcas). Certified marine biologists and naturalists will safely guide you along Victoria's beautiful coastline, providing educational commentary and incredible views of these magnificent mammals and many other members of our diverse marine eco-system. Once in Victoria, you'll experience an incredible 3 hour whale watching excursion onboard a zodiac-style vessel or a fully covered 45' ocean cruiser.

This tour includes:

  • Scheduled floatplane service from Vancouver to Victoria
  • 3 hour whale watching excursion - zodiac or covered boat
  • Coach & ferry return to Vancouver
Tour Pricing
Adult: $255 per person + 12% tax


Tour Dates
Operates daily from March 1st to October 15th

Tour Duration
Day Long trip with 3 To 4 hours of whale watching (tour duration depends on the location of the whales)

For more information or reservations, call  1-800-913-9207 or 604-990-9299

Whale Watching & Butchart Gardens w/ Ferry & Coach Return

Butchart Gardens TourThe emerald waters surrounding southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands are the year-round playground of many spectacular 'family' pods of killer whales (orcas). Certified marine biologists and naturalists will safely guide you along Victoria's beautiful coastline, providing educational commentary and incredible views of these magnificent mammals and many other members of our diverse marine eco-system. Once in Victoria, you'll experience an incredible 3 hour whale watching excursion onboard a zodiac-style vessel or a fully covered 45' ocean cruiser. This tour includes:

  • Scheduled floatplane service from Vancouver to Victoria
  • 3 hour whale watching excursion - zodiac or covered boat
  • Entrance to Butchart Gardens - 2 hour visit
  • Coach & ferry return to Vancouver
  • Drop-off at select downtown hotels between 8:30-9:00 pm
Tour Pricing
Adult: $395 per person + 12% tax

Tour Dates
Operates daily from May 1st to September 30

Tour Duration
Day Long trip with 3 To 4 hours of whale watching (tour duration depends on the location of the whales) and two hours at the Butchart Gardens

For more information or reservations, call  1-800-913-9207 or 604-990-9299