Vancouver Whale Watching Tour

Join our Professional Wildlife Guides for a 3 to 5-hour whale watching tour, starting in the picturesque West Coast fishing village of historic Steveston and traveling through the spectacular Gulf and San Juan Islands. Our extensive whale spotting network, has given us a 90% sighting success rate. Our whale watching tour focuses on Southern Resident Killer Whales, Transient Killer Whales, majestic Humpback whales, and other marine wildlife such as porpoises, sea lions, seals and bald eagles.

Our vessels are expedition style Zodiacs specifically designed for marine mammal viewing. They travel over the top of the water instead of pounding through it increasing passenger comfort and safety as well as reducing the chance of seasickness. Our Explorathor (open) and Express (semi-covered) vessels use water jets which are extremely safe for marine mammals.

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 on-the-water education of the west coast eco-system. We emphasize science and conservation while maintaining a fun and professional atmosphere.

Duration
3 - 5 hours

Start or opening time
9am,11am or 2pm (varies depending on season).

Languages
English

Others
The Explorathor is a 47-passenger open/semi covered zodiac style vessel. This boat features an upper observation deck and semi covered seating for 10 passengers in the rear.
The Express is a 45-passenger open/semi covered zodiac style vessel. This boat features an open area in the rear all season.
Both boats when covered in the front, have large windows that slide up for unobstructed viewing of the whales. When the boats are open in the front, guests will be provided with weatherproof coats, pants, hats, and gloves.