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Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure from Vancouver
4.9
3,873 Ratings
Vancouver
Embark on a luxury marine wildlife adventure in Vancouver. Hop aboard our high-speed, custom-built catamarans for the ultimate whale watching experience. Book now!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 1666 Duranleau St - Experience the majesty of the Salish Sea and its wildlife, from whales surfacing in unison to bald eagles soaring overhead. Explore the Strait of Georgia’s currents in search of orcas and humpback whales, and listen to our marine mammal experts bring the animals’ stories to life (while you stay warm, dry and hydrated in its heated cabin, of course!) A fantastic trip for photographers, this is the quintessential whale-watching experience for every adventurer. Immerse yourself completely in this incredible experience while we take free high-resolution photos of the wildlife, the landscape and your loved ones!
What's Included
- 95-passenger vessel with indoor, heated cabin and open air decks
- Free photo package of trip & wildlife, including personal photos
- Two washrooms
- Captain and expert crew of 3-4 guides/naturalists
- Digital Language Guides available (German, Dutch, Spanish, English, French)
- Complimentary tea, coffee & hot chocolate
- Educational materials on board
- Lifetime Whale Sightings Guarantee - return tour until you see whales
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Excludes taxes and fees for Lifetime Whale Sighting Guarantee
Additional Information
Hop aboard one of our Salish Sea class vessels – high-speed, luxury, custom-built catamarans that are the perfect viewing platform from both indoors and out. These 95 passenger catamarans were engineered and built in Canada with the safety of our beloved marine wildlife and our guests as priority number one. Enjoy the free photo package offered on this vessel and experience the majesty of Georgia Strait in comfort in search of native marine wildlife. Listen to our local experts bring the animals’ stories to life! The quintessential whale watching experience for every adventurer.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, an alternative or full refund will be offered
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Service animals allowed with proper documentation and life jacket
Location
1666 Duranleau St
Duranleau Street
Please remember to check-in 30 minutes before your adventure, At 1666 Duranleau st on Granville Island behind Bridges restaurant. We will not hold the boat for late guests.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(3873 Ratings)
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Nicolab717
Jul 7, 2024
Spectacular experience - We had an amazing time, the guides were knowlegable and friendly and seeing the whales was spectacular - would thoroughly recommend.
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Brian_gail
Jul 4, 2024
Well worth it - Don’t hesitate to go on this Whale Watch tour, it was fantastic, saw, humpback whales, tail flukes, seals and an amazing breaching and porpoising show by a pod of Orca. Thank you to our crew, Wilma, Ian, Stephen, Tobin & Fawkes, they were amazing.
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C8230ewlauraa
Jun 22, 2024
Fabulous - This was an amazing tour, we saw humpback whales, sea lions and orcas! The whole crew were amazing
Anthony
Wilma
Tobin
Fawkes
Alex
Wilma especially her commentary and knowledge was amazing. Would definitely recommend to anyone. The hot chocolate was delicious!
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Mickr767
Jun 21, 2024
Awesome - Excellent and great crew Anthony ,Tobin , Miranda , Fawkes and Alex. Resident Killer Whales, Transient Killer Whales and Humpback Whales all on the same trip
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Cynthiaguerra24
Jun 18, 2024
Wonderful Experience - It was an experience of a lifetime! We were lucky with all that we were able to see! My parents really enjoyed this tour! Thanks!!
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K3804rtjimm
Jun 18, 2024
Getting "mugged" by Humpback! - Sea Lions, Humpbacks and Orcas...wow! Tobin et al we're professional and knowledgeable, but also genuinely enthusiastic and excited. A great morning!
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Clash46
Jun 18, 2024
Absolutely brilliant - This was fantastic!! I am so glad we did this. Firstly saw sea lions then there was a siting of a humpback but nothing appeared then a few minutes later we were all treated to the most magnificent displays from a humpback who was "playing" with the boat. I can't believe how close this beautiful creature came to us and how often we saw its displays on each side of the boat. We then were treated to a pod of orcas!!
The staff were great and so knowledgeable and helpful. The boat was clean, some snacks to purchase and free hot drinks. Inside seating but easy to go out for better views. Fantastic experience.
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Hopefulstokie
Jun 18, 2024
A must trip - Excellent trip
We saw humpback, orcas, brown bear, eagles
It was well organised but informal, I'm not a good sailor but I had no problem
The guides we're really knowledgeable and interesting
This was one of my best trips ever
The crew take photos and email them to you within the hourso conentrate on watching these magnificent whales and then enjoy the pictures they send
And Jill can spot bears
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252klaram
Jun 17, 2024
Amazing whale experience - AMAZING TOUR! First, we went to an islet off the Sunshine Coast and saw Stellar Sea lions, seals and many different birds. Then, we went towards Nanaimo and encountered a humpback. The humpback came very close to the boat so the captain turned the engines off. For 45 minutes the humpback swam back and forth under the boat and surfaced on either side. It was incredible! Then, we were heading back towards Vancouver and spotted a pod of Orcas. Massive thank you to the lovely crew: Tobin, Jill, Sebastian, Sean and Ian.
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10dustinf
Jun 17, 2024
Once in a Lifetime Memory - Brought my parents on from Alberta and it was a memory that will last a lifetime. Great crew! Wilma was the best. Had amazing experience. Tobin, Fawkes and Alex were awesome too.
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