Cowichan Bay Whale Watching: Small Group Adventure

Experience the thrill of whale watching in Cowichan Bay! Join our small group adventure and encounter orca whales, humpback whales, and more. Book now!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 1721 Cowichan Bay Rd - Our Half Day 3.5
  • 4 hour Whale Watching and Wildlife Tours focus on Orca Whales, Transient Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, Grey Whales and Minke Whales. You will also encounter Sea Lions, Bald Eagles, Harbour Seals, Dalls and Harbour Porpoise as well as a myriad of marine birds on your whale watching eco tour.
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What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges included
  • Driver/guide
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Live commentary on board
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Our Half Day excursions, ranging from 3.5 to 4 hours, are centered on observing Orca Whales, Transient Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, Grey Whales and Minke Whales. Additionally, we spot Sea Lions, Bald Eagles, Harbour Seals, Dalls and Harbour Porpoise, as well as a variety of marine birds during the eco-friendly whale watching tour.

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Location
1721 Cowichan Bay Rd
Cowichan Bay Road
Please check in no later than 30 minutes before departure. We are located at 1721 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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R3541mgjant
Jun 25, 2025
Amazing for us and respectful for whales - Amazing experience! Multiple ships are spreading out and communicate with each other to search for whales. Once you get there, they are very respectful and keep a distance towards the whales. We visited a group of 8 killer whale including a little one! Each time they go for a dive, you get extra information of the group and general history of the whales. This tour is not just a tourist ride, but the company cares and keeps track of the whale population. For people who also want to have This experience: Don’t forget to bring binoculars and/or a good zoom-in camera!
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Martinbi2841iu
Jun 20, 2025
Whale watching with genuine conservationists - Fantastic day searching for Biggs Killer Whales. Told us history of Whales in the area; the different Killer whale families or groups and discussed other wildlife too. Will you see ‘Rock Sausages’ (whale food). You’ll have to go to find out!
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Gordb231
Jun 13, 2025
Prowler and Captain gave us a fine tour - Another amazing trip, my third with this excellent company. We saw 2 groups of Orcas , all Biggs ( meat eaters, not fish) We saw a mother and a youngster , a huge male , and many others… they were probably hunting so not too much action, but a joy to see them. One of them did a spy hop… at quite a distance… very cool! I will go again. Thank you Captain Simon, a treat to be on board your great new boat “ Prowler”
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Happiness43750921231
Jun 12, 2025
Lots of fun! - Great experience, fantastic crew and perfect weather! We were able to see humpbacks, some bold eagles, and lots of seals basking in the sun.
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V7053jucrystalm
Jun 11, 2025
Amazing day! - Captain Taz was wonderful & very knowledgeable. We saw both killer whales & humpback whales as well as harbour seals. Seeing killer whales was a bucket list item for me!
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Michellemu7521ap
Jun 5, 2025
Whale Watching Experience - Had an amazing whale watching experience with Taz! We saw a humpback, orcas, seals, and eagles. Whole trip took about 3.5 hours. The weather was perfect and the boat ride was smooth. The suits they provide keep you plenty warm when boating around.
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Annamj1367uu
May 31, 2025
Amazing Tour! - This is my third time with Ocean EcoAdventure afternoon tours. It has never disappointed and we've seen whales everytime! The captains are so knowledgeable and friendly I highly recommend them!
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Patpd6865db
May 28, 2025
Wonderworld! - It was the most amazing and extraordinary experience of my life. We were surrounded by a pod of orcas and could see them play. We could hear their blow hole “exhaling”. Absolutely unforgettable. Thanks Taz💕
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Gogayoga
May 22, 2025
Once in a Lifetime - We had a small group of 5 on our boat with Captain Jane as our guide. We had the best time. Jane was extremely knowledgeable and friendly and I would highly recommend this tour! We saw 2 different pods of Orcas. The first group was 5 of them and the second group were 3. So cool
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Shannont39
May 20, 2025
Best whale watching experience! - Had the most amazing trip seeing 2 different pods of Orca, T49 and T19 a total of 8 whales! This was a total bucket list trip as we desperately wanted to see Orca. The small group size was perfect and Captain Jane was so sweet and extremely knowledgeable in everything whales. The Zodiac boat in the rough waters definitely helped. We would highly recommend this trip and will be back to do it again in the future. Thank you so much
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From $155
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).