Victoria Whale Watching: Comfortable Covered Vessel Experience

Experience the world’s best whale watching in Victoria, BC. Travel in comfort on a covered vessel with marine biologists, hot drinks, and snacks. Book your tour now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 146 Kingston St - Prefer luxury over adventure? Our variety of covered vessels all offer comfortable seating, full washroom facilities, and elevated outdoor 360-degree panoramic viewing decks
  • great for photo opportunities. You can enjoy a luxurious, easy-going ride, sipping complimentary beverages while listening to our dedicated and knowledgeable marine naturalists teach you about the wildlife you are viewing. This tour is wonderful for all ages, especially those looking for a serene experience.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Driver/guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Venture on a cozy, sheltered ship with restrooms on board, along with the provision of free warm beverages and purchasable snacks. You’ll also have the company of accredited marine biologists and access to inside and outside spots to witness the most spectacular location globally for observing sea giants in their natural habitat. Submerge into the sublime wonders of the Pacific Ocean, and its temporary resident - the orca whale, in this enthralling, three-hour journey from Victoria, British Columbia. The Juan de Fuca and Haro Strait are notable for their abundant wildlife, listing creatures like Bigg’s transient killer whales, humpback and Minke whales, seals, sea lions, and numerous marine birds, to name a few!

  • Operates rain or shine, please dress appropriately
Location
146 Kingston St
Kingston Street
Please come down to the Marina Level of the Coast Hotel & Marina by APA.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tommy_monaco
Aug 23, 2024
Thar she hunts - Saw Orcas feeding. Bring a raincoat sit inside early and when everyone gets cold upstairs and starts to funnel downstairs inside, send someone to claim a few seats because the show is about to begin! Clean boat, friendly crew.
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Madmac61
Aug 23, 2024
Bucket list ticked - We arrived in Victoria at 9.30pm night before, a short walk from our Inn hotel arrived early, wonderful welcome, friendly staff . Safety briefing before we left and on board ,our crew capt Bob (think) and marine biologists Ian and fellow Londoner Molly made the trip incredible. We were really lucky seeing Orca pod within 30 mins ,enjoying the majestically family and the information about this particular pod made it special. Next heading for another area to find Humpbacks and we were lucky to see a Humpback and again the team told us about this Humpback again a wonderful experience. So we headed to discovery island, because of being lucky we had time to see seals and a pair of mating Bald Eagles. All in all a fantastic day and to my surprise an emotional trip especially when I saw the Humpback, did not expect that . A massive thankyou to the team and for the great chats with Ian in cabin and my fellow londoner Molly( living the best life ever jealous 😀) thanks guys lovely chatting to you and thanks for your expertise, it made our day .💝💝 All the best Roger and Bev Mcphun
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Jane_m
Aug 20, 2024
Great trip - The trip was great! The staff were all friendly. Saw a great humpback. The boat was very comfortable.
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Rachaelsk2606cl
Aug 19, 2024
Orca's! - AWESOME adventure! We definitely saw Orca's they were very cool to watch. The boat didn't get too close to them, and they are fast swimmers-- so I was happy that these folks took pictures of our adventure that I could download after-- This is a popular tour and the boat was full so hard to move around, but the captain turned the boat to we could all see the Orca's... a very fun adventure!
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Claireycloos
Aug 17, 2024
Will never forget seeing Orcas - thank you - Magical experience seeing two pods of Orcas. Crew were extremely passionate and knowledgeable about both the animals and the environment. We travelled to Victoria especially because we thought it would be a better experience than going on a boat from Vancouver.
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Camper63859565256
Aug 14, 2024
Great day out! - Fantastic outing to see whales. The team were also fantastic with great knowledge, and a great service with a smile. The boat was so smooth and everything was perfect. Thanks to Francois, Sandy, Jamie, Michael and Maddie, you made the trip a great experience. Would recommend this trip. Steve and Sarah Wenmoth from the UK, what a memory.
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Camper63329068655
Aug 13, 2024
Amazing - Very nice staff , they were helpfull and very kind , told us interesting facts and the boat was very nice and clean , saw alot of whales up close
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L8704mnthomasb
Aug 12, 2024
Recommended! - What a nice trip! Super enthusiastic guides on the boat. They know a lot about the local wildlife. We saw multiple killer whales, seals, and even three humpback whales! A must for those visiting Canada (Vancouver Island)!
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218zoel
Aug 9, 2024
Excellent trip - 5 out of 5 A super trip organised through a cruise ship we were on. The staff were so friendly and moved the boat about so that we could see whales. The commentary was excellent and the trip was really enjoyable. We were really pleased to have seen hump back whales diving. Would thoroughly recommend this company.
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Edward_d
Aug 21, 2024
Expensive with no results! - The fog was so thick on the day we went so unfortunately we did not get to see any whales or orcas. while the company offers a guaranty to be used on another date, we were leaving the area the next day. Very expensive to float around for several hours with no results. Buyer beware!
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