It sounds like you had incredible encounters with both killer whales and humpback whales and with other local marine wildlife. Sightings report bc whale tours victoria whale watching tours. The whale centre, tofino, bc tofino whale watching, bear. We offer world class tours in the gulf islands with a focus on marine.
Or travel with us to oxford river for some once in a lifetime grizzly bear viewing. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time on the water with us. Full day whale watching and wildlife tours vancouver island. A new whale watching company is starting on april 1, 2018. Enjoy panoramic views over the tiny islands dotting the waterway, and stop for up to four hours free time in the british columbia town of sechelt. Enjoyed lounging on the deck, getting some first hand knowledge from hans, paddle boarding and docking at newcastle island for a stretch. Victoria is good for orcas but heading further north to telegraph cove andor port mcneill is better for viewing orcas and other wildlife. Eagle eye adventures is the most reliable whale watching tours company in canada.
Well take you through the salish sea ecosystem to see whales and other marine life in their natural habitat. Victoria, bc is the best place on earth to view whales in the wild. They will have two boats, one a new rigid hull inflatable that requires the wearing. If you could recommend the best whale watching tour company located on vancouver island, what would it be. Aboriginal journeys wildlife and adventure tours campbell. Vancouver island whale watch nanaimo business licence. They will be based out of the port of nanaimo boat basin in downtown nanaimo. Visitors to your site will appreciate you offering them. The cruise ship welcome centre, bc ferries terminals, the nanaimo airport ycd and the harbourfront waterway welcome millions of international visitors each year. Daily orca whale watching tours only 45 minutes south of nanaimo. Whale watching tours are available from the inner harbour of victoria, sidney, tofino, campbell river, and port hardy, as well as most of the communities on the island. We have taken thousands of passengers out to experience our diverse marine ecosystem that we call home.
It sounds like you had incredible encounters with both killer whales and humpback. Im sorry that you didnt enjoy your tour on our zodiacstyle boat. Killer whales orcas, gray whales, humpback whales and minke whales ply the waves and perform their watery rituals. Ocean ecoventures offers whale watching, wildlife encounters and multiday expedition style zodiac marine eco tours exploring the remote waters and wildlife of vancouver island. Orca whales spotted hunting, killing dolphins off the. We continue to monitor the impact of covid19 and are conscious of the peoples concern. You can be assured that simons passion and enthusiasm will make your whale watching adventure unforgettable. On his tours he always make a point to set the boat up for those wanting to try their hand at capturing images on their tour.
Ocean ecoventures started running whale watching tours in 2003 and has been creating life experiences ever since. You will also encounter sea lions, bald eagles, harbor seals, dalls and harbor porpoise as well as a myriad of marine birds on your whale watching ecotour. Whale watching vancouver island why visit parksville. Bc whale tours victoria aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich. Whether youre new to nanaimo, a visitor, or a born and bred local, join us for a leisurely, 1. On vancouver island, youll find reputable whale watching providers to bring you close to the action while respecting the boundaries of these magnificent animals. It has all the advantages mentioned above, plus users to your site can conveniently access it directly on your site. Our 34 hour whale watching tours depart daily from downtown nanaimo bc, april. 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. Business licence details for vancouver island whale watch, including address, phone number, business description, map views, and more. An unexpected february snowfall wasnt the only work of nature making waves in nanaimo on monday. Gray whales migrate northward to the subarctic waters of the bering sea from their breeding grounds in mexico from march until june each year, and then begin the migration back south between september and december.
With the second largest harbor on the island and a convenient ferry service from the mainland, the city makes an ideal base for tours of the surrounding area. Sidney whale watching is a family owned and operated company that has been serving sidney and the saanich peninsula for over 20 years. Our team of local expert guides will safely navigate your tour to see whales, bears, sea otters and more. The weather in bc is incredibly variable so we do have some days that are flat calm and others. Box 23 telegraph cove, bc canada v0n 3j0 telephone. We work with remote passages marine excursions to offer our guests the chance to experience the ultimate whale watching adventure in british columbia. From the invigorating saltfilled ocean air to the everchanging seascapes, our marine and ecoadventure tours are sure to become the most memorable part of your visit to beautiful sooke. Other aquatic neighbours include sea lions, seals, porpoise and many marine birds. British columbia is home to dozens of whale species, 23 to be exact, according to the vancouver aquarium. Nanaimo trip planner plan your nanaimo vacation itinerary.
Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria. Orca whale watch at vancouver island in september 2009. I do not want to knock victoria as there is good viewing around there and if travelling further north is. Aboriginal journeys offers aweinspiring grizzly bear watching, whale watching, marine wildlife viewing and adventure tours from campbell river on. Contact us johnstone strait killer whale interpretive centre society p.
His goal is to make sure that everyone on the tour has as much fun as he does while being educated about the. Witness resident killer whales, biggs killer whales, humpback whales, dolphins, bears, wolves, bald eagles and so much more. Nanaimo truly is the hub city on the island and has close proximity to the cities of vancouver, seattle and victoria. Experience the majesty of canadas sunshine coast from the air with a 40minute roundtrip seaplane flight from nanaimo. Ethical and sustainable whale watching departing from nanaimo, british columbia, canada. The whale interpretive centre is home to one of the best collections of marine mammal skeletons in british columbia. Eagle eye adventures is the first in the world accredited responsible whale watch company. With a lot of fantastic orcajumps, it was a great experience. There is always a highlight on each trip that you will take away and never forget. Join an ecofriendly whale watching tour from nanaimo and youre guaranteed to see whales. If seeing orcas is a priority, please keep these dates in mind when you book your tour with us.
Experience some of the best whale watching on vancouver island. Hou je van een wat kleinere stad dan kun je in nanaimo verblijven. A pod of pacific whitesided dolphins and a pod of orcas whales were spotted off the coast of. The rugged beauty of the west coast is something that should be experienced with victorias boutique whale watching company. 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. Campbell river whale watching tours let visitors see watching killer whales feeding, breaching, hunting, beach rubbing or playing with each other. Jan 12, 2011 orca whale watch at vancouver island in september 2009. In just over an hours drive you can hop on a killer whale watching tour at campbell river. Our coastal wilderness is home to killer whales, humpback whales, sea lions, porpoises, seals, eagles, and more.
Humpback whales the world over are known for their epic migrations, complex songs, and the acrobatic jumps that earn them their name. 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. Embark on a 34 hour whale watching cruise that will focus on the southern resident orca whales, transient orca whales, humpback whales, grey whales and minke whales. Come on a west coast adventure with sookes one and only professional company for over 30 years. We provide whale and grizzly bear tours, and our tours and listed as best adventure tours in canada. Whale watching in july and august vancouver island. The wic was founded in 2002 to provide a venue in which to increase public awareness about the biology of marine mammals and the anthropogenic threats facing their populations.
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. Our whale watching tours focus on the southern resident orca whales, transient orca whales, humpback whales, grey whales and minke whales. Whale watching in july and august vancouver island, british. Vancouver island whale and wildlife tour nanaimo triphobo. Come on a west coast adventure with sookes one and only professional. Widely regarded as one of canadas most livable cities, nanaimo remains both an industrial center and a tourist hub on vancouver island. Majestic mammals and marine wildlife abound in the waters surrounding victoria, including the orca, or killer whale, and gray, humpback, and minke whales. Take to the skies with a pilot and fly high over the strait of georgia. Captain hans was an amazing host, telling us about everything from new castle island legends to how the weather travels in our area.
Sooke whale watching sooke whale watching vancouver island. In the fall pacific humpbacks are readying for their winter migration to hawaii. We offer tofino whale watching tours, bear watching tours, bird watching tours and hot springs cove tours on both open boston whaler and covered cabin cruiser boats. The strait of georgia seaplane tour from nanaimo 2020. Campbell river whale watching, grizzly bear, wildlife and ocean rapids adventures tours go wild. Nanaimo wine tour 6 hours enjoy some of the best wine the cowichan valley has to offer. We provide whale and grizzly bear tours, and great bear rainforest tours. The majestic orca has long been the proud symbol of our incredible city. Killer whales are best observed from mid july through the first week of september.
The whale centre has over thirty years experience in sharing tofino and clayoqout sounds ecosystems with guests from all over the world. Covid19 information and citys response read more covid19 provincial support covid19 federal support. To find out more about the whale watching tours we offer on vancouver island, click here. Each and every one of our team members loves what we do, and therefore, we strive to make our tours as memorable as possible. Whale watching vancouver island news, events, travel. Tofino whale watching tours ocean outfitters, tofino bc. Orca whale watching vancouver island canada youtube. Een complete route voor vancouver island lone drifters. Parksville qualicum beachs central location makes it the perfect base for whale watching vancouver island. Whale watching nanaimo spending a day with bcs killer whales.
We are proud leaders in responsible whale watching, bear watching and wildlife viewing and have a strong passion for educating guests about the wonders and the fragility of clayoquot sound and tofino. The whale interpretive centre, telegraph cove, british. During your trip to vancouver island, it is well worth taking in one of the many tours available along the coast of vancouver island and keeping your full attention on. They are found under things to do in the sidebar on the left. We offer local boat tours around nanaimo, short excursions into the gulf islands and full day tours. Back to top all content on this website is owned and controlled by central island adventures tours ltd. Our first tour is scheduled for april 1st, and well be offering tours daily until the end of october. Were going to be traveling around the island for two weeks so were not dependent on any specific location.
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