Imagine the thrill of an afternoon on the water amongst our resident killer whales. After our unsuccessful search for whale sharks in belize a few months ago, we were thrilled to be invited by tourism victoria to go on a whale watching tour. Are you looking for the best place for whale watching tours in victoria bc and on vancouver isand. Win an online beer tasting session, a gnocchi cooking class, a spa session or cocktailmaking. Thousands of whales migrate through the vancouver coastal waters every year from march to october. Prince of whales adventures bcs best whale watching. Whale watching is one of the popular activities to do while visiting victoria, bc. Watch whales and other diverse marine species on the salish sea on this 3. There are three orca pods totaling over 80 whales in victoria s waters alone.
Bc whale tours victoria aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich. Hop aboard your opentop boat in victoria harbour and cruise out into the rolling waves with your guide. Victoria is a perfect place to go whale watching from, come experience orca, humpback, and other wild life on the water with. Orca spirit adventures is victorias premier whale watching company. Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria. During your stay, embark on an unforgettable guided whale watching tour with orca spirit adventures. Whale watching tours and wild life tours, bc whale tours is one of victoria s finest whale watching companies. Its difficult to pin down a perfect time to go as observations can. And within this, chances to see them, camera in one hand, binoculars in the other, are almost limitless. Sep 20, 2017 whale watching is one of the popular activities to do while visiting victoria, bc growing up on the island weve sort of taken this for granted. Majestic mammals and marine wildlife abound in the waters surrounding victoria, including the orca, or killer whale, and gray, humpback, and minke whales. Springtides whale watching tours will take you through some of the worlds most breathtaking scenery that bc has to offer.
Weve been out withj captain larry twice, and took the victoria orca tour last july. Book a minimum 2 night bc ferries vacations package and receive your whale watching tour with orca spirit adventures at 50% off. One year of whale watching in just one infographic. Located in the heart of victorias beautiful inner harbour, prince of whales is the largest yearround whale watching and ecoadventure company in victoria, british columbia. Weve sailed back and forth to the mainland on bc ferries too many times to count. Along the californian coast, there are quite good chances of seeing blue whales best from june to september. For more information on whale watching, head to visit victoria. Between may and october, up to species of cetaceans are found in the. Make multiple wildlife stops and enjoy worldclass interpretation and personalized service from your naturalist guide and expert crew. I assume youre hoping to go whale watching out of victoria. Make multiple wildlife stops and enjoy worldclass interpretation and personalized service from.
Victoria bc san juan safaris san juan island whale. Hop aboard your opentop boat in victoria harbour and cruise out into the rolling. Jpod the name of one of the resident orca pods is statistically in the area from may until october. The most important city of the island is victoria in the south. Whale watching early july victoria forum tripadvisor. The rugged beauty of the west coast is something that should be experienced with victorias boutique whale watching company. The rugged beauty of the west coast is something that should be experienced with victoria s boutique whale watching company. Inspiring in a marine adventure environment with fun, comfort and an educational, enriching experience. Where and how to see whales in victoria this winter. British columbia whale watching in british columbia whaletrips. Victoria whale watching tours sea king adventures inc.
On your tour, you will see a wide range of marine wildlife, but throughout the year your chances of seeing whales off the coast vary widely. Our naturalist on board, casey, said this was very rare. We provide whale and grizzly bear tours, and great bear rainforest tours. Available from may 1st until october 15th whale watching tour. We hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in victoria.
Other aquatic neighbours include sea lions, seals, porpoise and many marine birds. Victoria, bc is the best place on earth to view whales in the wild. Prince of whales is a tour that allows you to go whale watching off the coast of victoria city. Whale watching in victoria bc karla around the world. Youll tour the pristine waters around victoria, southern vancouver. Passengers have a choice of sitting either outside on an. Oct 19, 2014 whale watching was totally bananas today. Prince of whales is focused on sharing the beautiful and. Best place to go whale watching in british columbia. Growing up on the island weve sort of taken this for granted. Whale watching tours in victoria bc springtide whale. Your vessel, a zodiac speedboat, is built with stability in mind and remains buoyant even in rough seas. Whale watching is a popular activity for residents and visitors to victoria, bc. There are different types of whales in various parts of bc, so it really depends on what kind of whales you were hoping to see, and where in bc you were planning to be its a huge province.
The humpback whales are already here feeding, the salmon runs are beginning to peak, and by mid july the killer whales are likely to be seen daily. The prime whale watching season in british columbia is between april and late october. Youll tour the pristine waters around victoria, southern vancouver island and the gulf island with orcas killer whales, humpback whales, minke whales, and sometimes even grey whales breaching next to you. The marine life in the waters of bc is abundant and diverse, but there is no greater creature than the mighty whale. In july, kpod and lpod join in, tripling the amount of orcas in the area.
Orcas are regularly sighted until the middle of september, only occasionally after that. Whale watching in victoria, bc solemate adventures. Most whale watching and wildlife tours last for about three hours, and depending on the charter. Whale watching in july and august vancouver island, british. Most whale watching and wildlife tours last for about three hours, and depending on the charter you choose, can be in a comfortable cabin cruiser, or open and wild in a zodiac yes, even in the winter. We did a similar trip from vancouver last summer and spotted a small pod of orca whales, so we had high hopes of repeating the incredible experience. Killer whales are best observed from mid july through the first week of september. Sightings report bc whale tours victoria whale watching tours. Threehour tours narrated by a marine biologist provide information about marine life. British columbia is one of the worlds best locations for whale watching.
Tollfree 18007089488 local 12503848008 1 dallas road view map victoria bc, canada. Admire native marine wildlife in the waters of british columbia on this 3hour whale watching adventure in victoria. Established in 1985,five star whale watching is victoria s oldest and most respected. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time on the water with us. The amphipods living in the sediment will also enter the mouth. If thats the case, then only orcas killer whales can be seen out of. Four days in vancouver island whale watching paradise. Enter to win a victoria whalewatching adventure bc. If seeing orcas is a priority, please keep these dates in mind when you book your tour with us. Finally, july is an incredible time for watching orcas out of victoria. The majestic orca has long been the proud symbol of our incredible city. In fact, the tour company, whos name ive purposely left out, didnt want to post it to their. When we got 200300 yards away, the engines of our catamaran were cut, and we drifted silently waiting and watching. Eagle eye adventures is the most reliable whale watching tours company in canada.
Five star whale watching is the fairmont empress hotel inhouse whale watching company, and as a guest of the hotel we have a special offer for you. This cruise is covered by the whale guarantee program whale sightings are guaranteed during peak season. Whale watching holidays orca watching canadian affair. Archipelago off the mainland british columbia province in western canada. Whale watching in victoria, bc my wandering voyage. Frequently asked questions about whale watching in bc. But since you posted this originally on the victoria forum, i assume youre hoping to go whale watching out of victoria. Victorias whale watching tours are still running full swing and are ready to make that dream come true. Prince of whales is focused on sharing the beautiful and breathtaking coastal waters of british columbia, its vibrant wildlife, and its rich history. Oct 22, 2010 eagle wing whale watching in victoria british columbia canada at fishermans wharf. Offer valid for bookings made before july 21, 2014 and travel prior to september 7, 2014. Whale watching in british columbia mainly boils down to whale watching on vancouver island, even if you can also book tours directly from vancouver. Around mid to late fall, the whales start their 5000mile journey south to baja california. In the distance, we can see a pod of orcas hunting together.
It sounds like you had incredible encounters with both killer whales and humpback whales and with other local marine wildlife. Whale tours in victoria bc springtide whale watching. The orca may be playing with it putting it on its head like a hat or the whale may be exploring its size or texture. British columbia and particularly vancouver island is a brilliant location to spot orcas, minke whales, huge humpbacks and grey whales. 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. Victoria s whale watching tours are still running full swing and are ready to make that dream come true.
Everywhere you turn, the photographic opportunities in vancouver islands. Explore bc s natural and human history at the royal bc museum, and enjoy the ultimate movie. Surrounded by killer whales in victoria, british columbia. Established in 1985,five star whale watching is victorias oldest and most respected. So there, in the middle of the salish sea, closer to washington, usa than canada we spot a spray. When is the best time of year to go whale watching in. British columbia is home to dozens of whale species, 23 to be exact, according to the vancouver aquarium.
Whaletrips british columbia whale watching in british. Whale watching in british columbia is the best place to view orcas in their natural habitat. From our downtown departure locations, we offer industryleading whale watching tours in vancouver, victoria, telegraph cove, and seattle. Catamaran excursions launch from victoria s inner harbour.
This family owned and operated company is sure to deliver a world class marine wildlife viewing experience. Go sea kayaking, salmon fish for dinner, amazing wildlife. Many whale species use these northern waterways as their feeding. The whale will stay down for 3 to 5 minutes to eat. With eagle wing whale and wildlife watching tours of victoria. All you need to know about whale watching in british columbia. Everywhere you turn, the photographic opportunities in vancouver islands marine ecosystem are spectacular.
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. Get up close and personal with the locals british columbia s marine wildlife on one of springtides scenic whale watching tours. Five star whale watching, victoria, british columbia. Whale watching is a truly unforgettable experience and vancouver, bc is one of the best places in the world to watch their activity. Browse the web version and easily learn where to go. With many years of experience, youll be sure to enjoy this luxury ride. Passengers have a choice of sitting either outside on an openair deck or inside in a heated cabin aboard the 19metre 62 ft. Other behaviours observed during the past few weeks include orca breaching, doing tail lobs, and hunting. During this fast moving crisis and after some time and thoughtful consideration vancouver whale watch has suspended tours until june 15th. Prince of whales whale watching is at 812 wharf st. Victoria bc whale watching things to do greater victoria. We caught word of a lone male orca traveling near victoria, b. Whale watching in bc british columbia travel and adventure.
We walked to the harbor and decided last minute to book a whale watching tour with a company that we found while walking, orca spirit, it was the best tour i. Here are four criteria for choosing the best whale watching tour for you. The whaleplanner july a whale watching infographic. Whale watching in july and august vancouver island. In juneau youre seeing humpbacks, while victoria has orca.
Since whales travel close to the coast, many people enjoy going out on boats to view them. The greatest variety is observed between mid july and october. Get up close and personal with the locals british columbias marine wildlife on one of springtides scenic whale watching tours. Victoria whale watching packages and deals eagle wing tours. Whale watching victoria adventures prince of whales. Victoria is a very convenient place to go whale watching from, as it is a hub of tourism. Have a look at our pictures and imagine yourself riding the waves. Whales and dolphins are very social and they enjoy playing. Choose your victoria whale watching adventure just a short cruise from downtown victoria, an ocean wilderness awaits. 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. The whale spends the summer and a few fall months in the arctic waters before heading south. Book a minimum 2 night bc ferries vacations package and receive your whale watching tour with orca.
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