This cruise is covered by the whale guarantee program whale sightings are guaranteed during peak season. All tours check in at the springtide office at least 40 minutes prior to departure 1119 wharf street. Orcas killer whales, minke whales and mighty humpback whales frequent the protected waters of chatham sound literally on the doorstop of prince rupert harbour, where our whale watching tours are based. Founded by hurricane jack aka jack springer along with his partners jennifer and aaron, the three brought many years of experience with them as they started. Day whale watching tours in victoria, bc eagle wing tours. Bamfield whale watching in bc british columbia travel and. Daily whale watching tours in tofino, british columbia. With many years of experience, youll be sure to enjoy this luxury ride. The rugged beauty of the west coast is something that should be experienced with victorias boutique whale watching company. Like most baleen whales, gray whales are solitary and do not form lasting social bonds, except for mothers and calves. Everywhere you turn, the photographic opportunities in vancouver islands marine ecosystem are spectacular. Our fleet bc whale tours victoria whale watching tours.
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Voyage into the open waters of the northern pacific on a 3. Since 2008, campbell river whale watching and adventure tours has been a key player in campbell rivers whale watching industry, but our years of experience goes far beyond that. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for vancouver islands marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. Campbell river whale watching and adventure tours is committed to responsible wildlife viewing practices and is an active member of the north island marine mammal stewardship association on vancouver island, british columbia. Bc whale tours has the largest and longest range zodiacs in the whale watching industry. Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria. The girls at the check in booth were welcoming and promptly answered any questions with a smile it was great meeting you megan. From may 1 through late october we offer fourday whale watching and sea kayaking tours. A premiere whale watching company based in victoria, british columbia, canada. Whale watching in bc british columbia travel and adventure. Whale watching tours run from april to october and marine wildlife tours from november to march. With 600700 hp powering our vessels, bc whale tours offers guests one of the longest ranges for whale watching tours in all of the victoria whale watching industry. 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.
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Whale watching tours, victoria bc bc whale tours a. View killer whales, humpback whales and other wildlife in victoria, b. Whale watching boat tours coasts of british columbia. Springtides whale watching tours will take you through some of the worlds most breathtaking scenery that bc has to offer. Whale watching, grizzly bears, wildlife and ocean rapids. Frequently asked questions bc whale tours victoria. Enjoy two favorite victoria tours in a single day with this greatvalue combo package. 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. We can show you the most stunning and magnificent displays of wildlife in and around the north coasts sheltered inside passage. Climb aboard one of the best whaling vessels in the industry to interact with a variety of whale species.
Victoria zodiac boat whale watching tour provided by. Campbell river whale watching tours let visitors see watching killer whales feeding, breaching, hunting, beach rubbing or playing with each other. Tours bc whale tours victoria whale watching tours. Watch whales and other diverse marine species on the salish sea on this 3. Make multiple wildlife stops and enjoy worldclass interpretation and personalized service from your naturalist guide and expert crew. British columbia, canada1 contribution1 helpful vote. Mackay whale watching in bc, port mcneill since 1981.
For some of the best whale watching in bc, head on the whale watch plus tour. Whale watching adventures, charters and guided whale watching tours in british columbia, canada. The prince rupert area is home to some of the most spectacular whale watching in the world. Our company utilizes stateoftheart, custom designed, locally built vessels that are leading in the industry for safety. Tour departure and duration springtide whale watching. Prince of whales is focused on sharing the beautiful and breathtaking coastal waters of british columbia, its vibrant wildlife, and its rich history. Or travel with us to the orford river to see some of the best grizzly bear viewing the west coast has to offer.
Choose from either our covered or open boat tour options, both with on board washrooms. Orca spirits three hour whale watching tours run daily from april through october. The girls at the check in booth were welcoming and promptly answered any questions with a. Vancouver whale watch provides passengers with the adventure of a lifetime through excellent customer. Whale watching tour end of july to the end of september 4 hr. Bc whale tours is headed up by the experienced captain harold and his crew. Orca dreams is canadas first whale watching luxury base camp. Whale watching boat tours and adventure cruises aboard the great bear ii. 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. See below for more information on our tour departure and duration. British columbia whale watching in british columbia whaletrips. The camp is located on a remote island off the north inner coast of vancouver island, a place famous for its large concentrations of killer whales orcas as well as the summer feeding grounds of humpback whales. Victorias premiere whale watching adventure company.
About bc whale tours leave the crowds behind on our custom made vessels specifically designed for comfort, speed and safety that carry only 12 guests at a time. Mackay whale watching in bc vancouver island canada. Come on a west coast adventure with sookes one and only professional company for over 30 years. Humpback whales the world over are known for their epic migrations, complex songs, and the acrobatic jumps that earn them their name. Whale watching tours and wild life tours, bc whale tours is one of victorias finest whale watching companies. Many of the whale watching tour companies also offer black bear and grizzly bear excursions. From the invigorating saltfilled ocean air to the everchanging seascapes, our marine and ecoadventure tours are sure to become the most memorable part of your visit to beautiful sooke. We saw many humpbacks, dolphins, eagles, and seals and learned a lot from david about ocean depths, creature habits, and even a little canadian history from the area. Gray whales are most commonly encountered in the spring, apriljune, on our whale watching tours. There is no seagoing experience quite like watching, closeup, a sleek whale weighing thousands of pounds frolic like a child in its natural habitat. Inspiring in a marine adventure environment with fun, comfort and an educational, enriching experience. There are some individual whales that do not undergo the full migration and summer in the coastal areas of washington and bc.
Eagle eye adventures is the most reliable whale watching tours company in canada. Orcas killer whales, minke whales and mighty humpback whales frequent the protected waters of chatham sound literally on the doorstop of prince rupert harbour, where our whale watching tours are based whale watching takes place throughout. Bc whale tours victoria all you need to know before you. See what people think of eagle wing tours, victoria bcs leading whale watching and ecotourism company. In just over an hours drive you can hop on a killer whale watching tour at campbell river. Bc whale tours provides an incredible experience from start to finish. Whales are drawn to these nutrientrich waters after long migrations.
Aug 04, 2015 see what people think of eagle wing tours, victoria bcs leading whale watching and ecotourism company. Embark on a whalewatching excursion onboard a small zodiac boat that allows upclose. British columbia is home to dozens of whale species, 23 to be exact, according to the vancouver aquarium. Victoria, bc is the best place on earth to view whales in the wild. Victoria, bc is the best place on earth to view whales. Join us in campbell river and experience the life of the northern resident orca killer whales. Eagle wing tours is motivated to provide our guests with more than just a look at the whales. Today british columbia takes pride in these intelligent gentle giants and whale watching in bc became a mayor industry. Gray whales are most commonly encountered in the spring, apriljune, on our whalewatching tours. That results in a huge number of tour operators, actually so many of them by now that the. In charming british victoria, maybe go whale watching or marvel at worldfamous butchart gardens. In the fall pacific humpbacks are readying for their winter migration to hawaii.
Custom designed and built by the company owner, captain harold, our vessels offer the latest technology in safety, speed and environmentally friendly design. And a globus canadian rockies tour through western canada also includes unique experiences and encounters youll never forgetlike a special breakfast at the squamish lilwat cultural centre in whistler or a special riverside bbq ws. Canadas luxury whale watching base camp in british columbia. From our downtown departure locations, we offer industryleading whale watching tours in vancouver, victoria, telegraph cove, and seattle. Whale watching tours in johnstone strait are available from telegraph cove, alert bay, port hardy, port mcneill and sayward, each community is fringed by the pristine waters of the inside passage route. The marine life in the waters of bc is abundant and diverse, but there is no greater creature than the mighty whale. Our whale watching tours can range from 35 hours, depending on where the whales and sea life are that day. The rugged beauty of the west coast is something that should be experienced. On both we travel throughout the waters of the salish sea, discovery passage and johnstone strait viewing killer whales and humpback whales. To find out more about the whale watching tours we offer on vancouver island, click here. Sooke whale watching sooke whale watching vancouver island. Bc whale tours, 1234 wharf st waterfront, victoria, british columbia v8w 3h9 canada.
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