Vancouver Whale Watching: Majestic Marine Wildlife Tour
Vancouver
Embark on a thrilling whale watching adventure in Vancouver City. Spot majestic orca, gray, and humpback whales, along with dolphins, seals, sea lions, and bald eagles. Discover the local history and enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Coast.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Canada Place - Located in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront, Canada Place is an iconic landmark and venue for world-class events and inspirationally Canadian experiences.

  • Granville Island - Granville Island is a peninsula and shopping district in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located across False Creek from Dowtown Vancouver

  • Granville Island Public Market - The Granville Island Public Market is the jewel in the Island’s crown. An indoor market featuring a fascinating assortment of colourful food and produce stores, showcasing handcrafted products and the very finest in unique gifts. All fresh from the ocean, the oven or the field.

  • Gastown Steam Clock - A working steam clock, one of only a few in the world, located in Vancouver’s Victorian Gastown. The clock is a key tourist destination in Vancouver. It’s also the near the start and finish line of the Gastown Grand Prix, a single-day cycling race.

  • Chinatown - One of Vancouver’s few distinct cultural historic neighbourhoods, Chinatown appeals to locals, tourists, as well as a growing number of emerging chefs, artists, and small business entrepreneurs.

Chinatown offers a wide array of stores, including home furnishings, health and wellness, fashion and attire, grocery, and so much more.

  • whale watching - Vancouver’s surrounding waters are home to spectacular marine wildlife; such as Whales, Sea Lions, Otters, Harbor Seals, Bald Eagles, Dolphins, and other marine mammals. Embarking on an Orca whale watching tour provides a thrilling opportunity to witness the majestic transient Killer Whales as they gracefully navigate the waters in their natural habitat.

  • Gastown - Gastown is one of Vancouver’s most vibrant and unique areas. As the first downtown core of the city, the neighbourhood has transitioned into a centre of innovation and truly memorable experiences, for locals and tourists alike, while maintaining a strong connection to its history.

  • English Bay - English Bay Beach, also called First Beach, located along Beach Ave between Gilford St and Bidwell St, is the most populated beach area in Vancouver’s downtown area. The Stanley Park Seawall, a popular running and biking route, runs along the east side of the beach.

  • A-maze-ing Laughter - As a Halifax native with an affinity to Canada’s coastline, the A-maz-ing Laughter sculptures at English Bay have become a choice destination after relocating to Vancouver. They are a reminder to me to never take life to seriously, and always create room for laughter.

  • Inukshuk - An Inukshuk in Vancouver Canada is an Inuit sculpture used for navigational purposes. It appears as an abstract human form with outstretched arms.

  • Stanley Park - Explore the 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest and enjoy scenic views of water, mountains, sky, and majestic trees along Stanley Park’s famous Seawall.

  • Girl In A Wetsuit - The Girl in a Wetsuit Statue is a bronze statue located near the Stanley Park Seawall. The statue depicts a woman in a wetsuit sitting on a rock and gazing out at the water. It’s a popular spot for taking photos and enjoying the scenic views.

  • Totem Poles - The totem poles in Stanley Park are one of the park’s most iconic landmarks. There are nine totem poles in the park, each representing a different First Nations tribe. The totem poles were originally created in the 1920s as a way to showcase Indigenous art and culture.

  • Prospect Point Lookout - Prospect Point is the highest point in Stanley Park and offers panoramic views of the park and the city. It’s a popular spot for tourists to take photos and enjoy the scenery.

What's Included
  • Live commentary
  • 1% for the planet initiative fee included in price
  • Goods and Services Tax (GST) included
  • Hotel pickups and drop-offs included
  • Macro cafeteria with beverages and snacks for purchase
  • 95% chance of whale sighting
  • Washrooms available
  • Whale watching ticket included
What's Not Included
  • All Personal expense
  • Gratuties
Additional Information

Embarking on a marine wildlife expedition in the city of Vancouver is an experience filled with adventure, excitement, and beauty. This tour involves appreciating the awe-inspiring sea creatures particularly the orcas, gray and humpback whales on a ferry ride departing from Vancouver in a cozy, roofed boat. A trained naturalist will share insightful knowledge about the whales’ behaviours, lifestyle, and migratory patterns, and help you identify dolphins, seals, sea lions, and bald eagles, typical of the Pacific coast. The tour also features spotting an array of unique marine species of the pacific ocean and learning about the local history. Additional highlights of the tour include immersing in the marine life via observations of whales, seabirds, and other sea creatures, as well as soaking in the panoramic views of the Gulf Islands, San Juan Islands, and Howe Sound. Please take note that the whale-watching segment of the tour is non-exclusive.

Location
Canada Place
Canada Place Building 780-999 Canada Pl,
Cancellation Policy

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

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up to 6 guests
1 Adult
May 2024
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