Private Zodiac Whale Watching Tour from Victoria

Highlights

Arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour departure with your bubble and suit up in your full length cruiser suit, required by Transport Canada. Your captain and guide will then go over all things safety and board you on to the 12 passenger zodiac vessel. Cruise out of Victoria Harbour into the Straits of Haro and Juan de Fuca while taking in the serene sights and looking for different species of whales and other wildlife, including Humpback Whales, Bigg's Killer Whales, Gray Whales, Mike Whales, California and Steller Sea Lions, Sea Otters, and a plethora of sea birds. After three hours of excitement on the Salish Sea you will return back to the departure location with memories that will last a life time!

Summary

Arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour departure with your bubble and suit up in your full length cruiser suit, required by Transport Canada. Your captain and guide will then go over all things safety and board you on to the 12 passenger zodiac vessel. Cruise out of Victoria Harbour into the Straits of Haro and Juan de Fuca while taking in the serene sights and looking for different species of whales and other wildlife, including Humpback Whales, Bigg's Killer Whales, Gray Whales, Mike Whales, California and Steller Sea Lions, Sea Otters, and a plethora of sea birds. After three hours of excitement on the Salish Sea you will return back to the departure location with memories that will last a life time!

Tour info

Duration

3 hours

Why take this tour?

Immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of the Pacific Ocean and experience the world’s best location to view whales in the wild on a three-hour tour from Victoria, British Columbia. The Juan de Fuca and Haro Strait are renowned for their ample wildlife, including animals such as resident and transient Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, seals, sea lions and many marine birds! Zodiac vessel tours are for the more wild at heart, letting the wind blow in your hair and be exposed to the true west coast elements in an open style, 12 passenger vessel. For all guests we offer complimentary shuttle pick up from all hotels in downtown Victoria.

What’s included?

Professional and Certified Guide
Complimentary hotel shuttle pick up
Gratuities
Food and Drinks

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 3h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Orca Spirit Adventures

About operator:

Orca Spirit Adventures is Victoria's premier whale watching company, offering carbon neutral tours led by captains and naturalists whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry. April through October are the peak whale watching months and during this time we boast a greater than 95% success rate of spotting whales, including humpback whales, transient & resident orcas, minke, & gray whales! Other wildlife you may encounter include Dall’s and harbour porpoises, harbour and elephant seals, otters & marine birds such as cormorants and bald eagles. Unlucky tour? Join us again using our WHALE GUARANTEE for a complimentary tour to bring your dreams of seeing these magnificent animals to life. Choose between a covered vessel with indoor and outdoor viewing areas and the 12-passenger zodiac vessel, for the more wild at heart. For all guests we offer complimentary shuttle pick up from all hotels in downtown Victoria. Tour length is 3-hours.