Tours depart from the historic fishing village of steveston. The drive to the boat docks in richmond takes about 3045 minutes. Jane mclean is an ontariobased travel writer who has covered canada for more than 10 years. Article pdf available in canadian journal of zoology 673. The boats were very respectful and the animals in the mood to show off. Enjoy a scenic 35 minute float plane ride from vancouvers coal harbour to downtown victoria, then start your southern resident killer whale watching adventure with us. We were boating back from a day trip to bowen island and saw the small pod of whales.
A pixel art killer whale is frozen midleap in this vancouver square. Sep 03, 2018 whale watching near vancouver island, canada september 3, 2018 yup, i have affiliate links on this blog and there may be some in this amazing and completely free content below. Oct 21, 2010 vancouver island whale watching october 2010. Vancouver whale watch, vancouver s best whale watching experience. Whale watching holidays orca watching canadian affair. New whales, dolphins banned from vancouver aquarium. Vancouver whale watch, vancouvers best whale watching experience. The stevestonbased business was the first company to offer tours from the lower mainland and celebrates 15 years in business this year. Prince of whales whale watching vancouver 2020 all you. Whales, dolphins will no longer be displayed at vancouver. Reports of killer whales were plentiful during our offseason and we are expecting this trend to continue. Book a whale watching holiday in canada with canadian affair for the.
Vancouver whale watch provides passengers with the adventure of a lifetime through excellent customer. In the fall pacific humpbacks are readying for their winter migration to hawaii. Not only will you save yourself a bit of money by not having to travel in and out of downtown every day, but you will also save yourself a lot of time. Here are a few of the best whale watching tours in vancouver.
Vancouver whales, dolphins and porpoises will no longer be kept at vancouvers aquarium, a move that animal advocates say is a step toward the end of cetaceans in captivity. I havent done a whale watching tour with either company, so cant provide a recommendation on that basis, but i can vouch for vancouver whale watchs customer service. The west coast of vancouver island is another great place for whale watching, most notably out of tofino or ucluelet. New whales, dolphins banned from vancouver aquarium the. To download the full whaleplanner as a graphic, please just click this link and. Hi, i am planning to do whale watching from vancouver on 23rd june 1 wild whales vancouver this is sold out. Vancouver whale watch celebrates over 20 years of showing our magnificent whales to people from all over the world. When they first started they operated one vessel that could accommodate 12 passengers and now have three vessels with capacity of 180 passengers per day in peak. In true comfort and style, the crew is excited to explore the local waters in search of the majestic wildlife that floods the local waters here in the summer months. Whale watching from vancouver vancouver message board. Humpback whales the world over are known for their epic migrations, complex songs, and the acrobatic jumps that earn them their name. Book now at 69 restaurants near vancouver whale watch on opentable. Shuttle service from vancouver and richmond available. See whales and other marine wildlife on a whalewatching tour in vancouver.
With a donation or an adoption of a whale you can help to make the world a place where whales and dolphins are free and safe. On board hydrophones allow you to hear firsthand the wild calls of the orcas and sightings are guaranteed. May 16, 2017 the vancouver aquarium is weighing its options, including possible legal action, in response to a controversial ban on whales, dolphins and porpoises in city parks. Vancouver aquarium announces new era without whales. Apr 10, 2018 our 2018 whale watching season has begun. The whaleplanner september a whale watching infographic. Frequently asked questions about whale watching in bc. We were impressed with the friendly staff from the moment we arrived at their. It sounds like you had incredible encounters with both killer whales and humpback whales and with other local marine wildlife. Watching whales in oregon and the whale watching spoken here. If you are visiting to sightsee, your best bet is to stay downtown. Jan 18, 2018 vancouver whales, dolphins and porpoises will no longer be kept at vancouver s aquarium, a move that animal advocates say is a step toward the end of cetaceans in captivity.
She later studied criminal justice at camosun college. Victoria is located on the southern tip of vancouver island, located 112 kilometers across the georgia strait from the city of vancouver. Digital orca vancouver, british columbia atlas obscura. Five dead as whale watching boat with 27 on board sinks. I made the arrangements with them over the phone and then went into their office in steveston to pick it up.
Here are four criteria for choosing the best whale watching tour for you. For a large part of the year this applies to the killer whale, but tour companies only operate during the late spring to early fall time period. On the 30th or 31st we would like to do a whale watching excurison. Your guides have a wealth of information for you to tap into, and they know the best spots around vancouver for whale watching. Some of the popular local menu items include smoked sablefish, amuse bouche, mussels, seafood platter and antipasto platter. A young girl takes pictures of a beluga whale at the vancouver aquarium in vancouver, b. What an amazing experience killer whale watching near vancouver island, canada. Halfday whale watching adventure from vancouver 2020. We took a tour with eagle wings tours from victoria fisher mans warff in mid september, it was a great trip with our excellent captain marine biologist geoff. When you decide to go whale watching from vancouver, its far easier to go on a guided tour.
Vancouver whale watch is a great a memorable tour if you want a nice boat with multiple whale sightings as well as sea lions, porpoises, seals and eagles. Our crew bc whale tours victoria whale watching tours. Prince of whales is focused on sharing the beautiful and breathtaking coastal waters of british columbia, its vibrant wildlife, and its rich history. We drifted along watching them for about 45 minutes as they circled through the harbour. The whaleplanner march a whale watching infographic whaletrips. I chose vancouver whale watch for our tour, mostly because they would pick us up right at the hotel, which was super convenient. You can spot various kinds of whales, like humpback whales, orcas, grey whales, and minke whales. I am travelling to vancouver in june, i am hoping to go whale watching but was unsure whether to book online in advance or wait until i get there, also which are the better tour companies to go with as there seems to be a large number of options. Acoustic behaviour of resident killer whales orcinus orca off vancouver island, british columbia. May 16, 2017 new whales, dolphins banned from vancouver aquarium. Pdf acoustic behaviour of resident killer whales orcinus orca off. Hi, i am planning to do whale watching from vancouver on 23rd june. With all that coastline, there are plenty of places to go whale watching in canada.
Book your tickets online for vancouver whale watch, richmond. The main whale watching destinations are in british columbia on the west coast and in newfoundland, quebec, new brunswick, and nova scotia on the east coast. Vancouver aquarium announces new era without whales, dolphins. Download our whale watching brochure to learn out about whale swimming. Although we would love to make our tours cheaper it is just not possible with the costs of running the actual tour fuel, staff etc. Feb 15, 2017 we were boating back from a day trip to bowen island and saw the small pod of whales. The fun doesnt stop between november to march it just get a little bit slower. Killer whales orcas, gray whales, humpback whales and minke whales ply the waves and perform their watery rituals. In 2010 she came back to vancouver island to complete high school. Harbour air will fly you from downtown vancouver to downtown victoria in just 35 minutes.
Whale watching around vancouver island in british columbia is an exceptional experience that will leave you awestruck after watching whales that weigh thousands of pounds frolic in their natural habitat. Whale watching vancouver island news, events, travel. British columbia and particularly vancouver island is a brilliant location to spot orcas. Oct 26, 2015 five britons have died and another person is still missing after a whale watching boat with 27 people on board sank off vancouver island in canada as darkness forced rescue helicopters, planes. The vancouver aquarium is weighing its options, including possible legal action, in response to a controversial ban on whales, dolphins and porpoises in city parks. After signing a bunch of paperwork, we were loaded onto the boat. Whale watching in july and august vancouver island, british. One year of whale watching in just one infographic. Best time place for whale watching experience vancouver forum. Southern british columbia is one of the premier areas in the world for whale watching. Five britons have died and another person is still missing after a whale watching boat with 27 people on board sank off vancouver island in canada as darkness forced rescue helicopters, planes. Vancouver whale watch is a great a memorable tour if you want a nice boat with multiple whale sighti.
Known as the place to go for the best whale watching in british columbia, vancouver island offers amazing opportunities to witness wild marine life. New whales, dolphins banned from vancouver aquarium ctv news. Our boats have been designed specifically for marine mammal viewing choose from an open or semi covered vessel. Looks good but then i dont get to see downtown much 3 prince of whales whale watching.
For anyone visiting british columbias west coast, whale watching is a must do activity. Whale watching in vancouver, canada the ultimate guide. 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. Explore the beauty that is british columbia on this halfday whalewatching excursion from vancouver. I am travelling to vancouver in june, i am hoping to go whale watching but was unsure whether to book online in advance or wait until i get there, also which are the better tour companies to go with as there seems to be a large number of options, any advice on this. I have found 3 companies that operate from granville island or from richmond, but.
We require some information from you, such as your name and email address, in order to make bookings and fulfill your service requests via the platform. Whale watching vancouver vancouver forum tripadvisor. The whaleplanner january a whale watching infographic. Ensure that company you chose has qualified staff, the knowledge of our orca naturalists is more than a requirement. Five dead as whale watching boat with 27 on board sinks off. Whale watching in vancouver with steveston seabreeze. Whale watching in june vancouver forum tripadvisor. From our downtown departure locations, we offer industryleading whale watching tours in vancouver, victoria, telegraph cove, and seattle. Youll see orca whales, migrating humpback whales and much more.
A whale watching trip is a once in a lifetime experience. New whales, dolphins banned from vancouver aquarium ctv. Well pick you up at your downtown victoria hoteland when your whale watching adventure is over, well drop you back at the hotel, or if you prefer, anywhere in the victoria city core. These can be kayaking, highspeed zodiac trips, cruises, or even seaplanes.
A killer whale called luna a life does not have to be human. You can choose from various tours around the gulf and san juan islands. Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria. Experience vancouver whale watching in style and comfort. I purchased a gift certificate from them as a christmas gift. Bc whale tours victoria aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich. We paid for 3 hours but got over 4, during which we saw a pod of about 6 transient orca 1 calf, around 20 resident orca, 2 humpback whales and lots of stellar sealions and californian sealions, we had top class day out with loads of. Killer whales are best observed from mid july through the first week of september. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time on the water with us. Book a whale watching vancouver and discover memorable sights and rich culture of vancouver, canada. Book a whale watching vancouver and discover memorable sights and rich culture of vancouver, canada ok we require some information from you, such as your name and email address, in order to make bookings and fulfill your service requests via the platform. The rainfall though is similar to what you get in january, 3 while tofino is a lot more at 5, victoria much less though at 1.
Welcome the first gray whales of the season on vancouver island. Step aboard the flagship vessel ocean magic in downtown vancouver for the adventure of a lifetime. Discover digital orca in vancouver, british columbia. Hi, we party of 2 will be staying 3 days in vancouver ywca hotel as from 2908 until 3108.
If seeing orcas is a priority, please keep these dates in mind when you book your tour with us. If youre going to vancouver then you must do some form of orca spotting. Pdf the whales produced 3 types of sounds that were assumed to be. Meanwhile on vancouver island, canada, the people of tofino and ucluelet. Whale watching in july and august vancouver island.
We are coming to the vancouver area the second week in june and are interested in going on a whale watching tour. Jessicas love of wildlife, and breathtaking vancouver island, brought her to the bc whale tours team in 2017. Vancouver whale watch richmond all you need to know. 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 the west coast ecosystem. Luckily, there are a number of boat trips to areas where you can see 30ton marine mammals majestically glide through the open waters of canada. Come for the afternoon, or stay a few nights at one of our partner hotels. My question is where is the best area on the island this time of the year for this and who. My question is where is the best area on the island this time of the year for this and who should we use.
Luckily, if you are staying in vancouver there are plenty of options to get here. See whales and other marine wildlife on a whale watching tour in vancouver. We have been avidly watching whale reports and sightings over the winter counting down the days until april 1st. Looks good but then i dont get to see downtown much 3 prince of whales whale watching only. Restaurants in this area are known for northwest, seafood, italian, french and japanese cuisines. Prince of whales adventures bcs best whale watching.