Whale Watching, Bear Watching

Being on a Seafun Safari in an action-packed marine adventure in one of the most spectacular settings on earth, this is excitement. From the moment 450 horse-power lifts the bow of your zodiac and thrusts you toward the horizon in a rush of sea and spray you are running on pure adrenalin. Cruise up close to seals and sea lions. Skim the waves with schools of porpoise. Watch majestic eagles soar overhead and come close to nature's most awesome predator: Orca the Killer Whale.  Imagine the thrill as one of these 9 metre monsters leaps alongside your open boat. Experience the excitement as fins as tall as a man break the surface all around you and these magnificent creatures blow. And, as they dive beneath you, you will hear them thanks to our Hydrophone technology. This is nature in the raw. The way it was meant to be. An unforgettable 3 hours on the wildside! 

 

Victoria experiences the longest season and most active whales and marine mammals in BC!  Our focus is on conservation, education, safety, fun, and exhilaration. As we own and operate the spotting network which locates the whales, we have the highest success rate. Proud to be the only company using environmentally friendly engines. Located in the Coast Harbourside Hotel in the Inner Harbour.

 

Respect for Wildlife - The Guiding Principle of Our Company

We follow established guidelines for wildlife viewing providing the best experience while not disturbing the animals.

In addition to the vessel operator, each of our boats carries a University-educated naturalist who is there to provide wildlife and natural history interpretation.

E xperience a vast wilderness paradise where the mighty Pacific Ocean flows into deep fjord inlets surrounded by the exquisite beauty of lush ancient rainforests. Our tours venture into this wilderness paradise. Join us on one of our 30’ rigid hull inflatables or new, covered high speed cruisers. We will travel in both open and protected inlets with guaranteed gray whale sightings and frequent sightings of humpback whales and transient killer whales. Also enjoy sea otters, seals and sea lions, black bears, tufted puffins, cormorants, bald eagles, sooty shearwaters, harlequins and even the occasional glimpse of grey wolves on shore!

"Cruise the Wildlife Zone" with Sea-trek tours, Tofino whales and Bears Adventure tour Company. We offer quality educationnal marine wildlife viewing since 1994. Whale Watching, Hot Springs/Whale Cruise, Bear Excursions, and Rainforest walks.

Bertram cabin cruiser andGlass Bottom Boat.

Succesful sightings of gray whales from March until November.

Our season is well under way as we cruise the rocky Vancouver Island coastline. There have been an abundance of wildlife poking out of the woods, basking on rocks, soaring through the air and playing in our boat wake. Saddle up those cameras and let Eagle Eye Adventures guide you to some of the most amazing wildlife and coastline that Vancouver Island has to offer!
Relax in comfort aboard safe, fast, coastguard approved 28’ zodiac type boats that will transport you from the humdrum of everyday life to the magic of Desolation sound, Discovery Islands and Johnstone Strait. You will catch the spirit of the whale (orcas, minkes and grays), listen to the sea lions, frolic with Pacific white-sided dolphins, and even see bears, both BLACK BEARS AND GRIZZLIES.

Ocean Explorations offers world class whale watching from beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Ocean Explorations feature the Large* Safe Zodiacs, Professional Guide/Naturalists and a Highly successful Whale Search Network. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime on an exciting expedition in search of Killer Whales and other marine wildlife. A short distance from Victoria's Inner Harbour lie the protected island strewn waters of Juan de Fuca Strait, Haro Strait, Georgia Strait, the Greater Puget Sound and some of the most breathtaking coastal scenery in the world. A typical trip may cover 50 to 100 km and journey north through the beautiful San Juan Islands or west around the rugged tip of Vancouver Island.

Vancouver Island Bear Tours invites you to join Tide Rip and Strait Escapes Adventure Tours and experience the wonder of British Columbia's bear populations. 

Imagine yourself watching Grizzly and Black bear foraging for eels and shell fish along the shore at low tide.  See male bears seek out a mate and mothers with their cubs splashing at the edge of the water.  Being immersed in the natural beauty of Vancouver Island and its spectacular ocean waterways is only a bonus.  

Tours leave from Telegraph Cove and Sayward, BC, on beautiful Vancouver Island.  

For more information, please click the link above.  We look forward to giving you an unforgettable journey.

Travel on the WildCat catamaran, the only high-speed catamaran of its sort in continental North America See dozens of whales up close...Watch sea lions fishing for their food...Catch seals and otters relaxing on the rocks in the sun... See bald eagles soar, cormorants stretch...Feel the sun on your face...Smell the fresh sea air...Listen to the whales talking to each other on our sonar listener... On-board naturalist providing commentary on local history, marine life and ecosystems surrounding Vancouver Island and the Straits of Juan de Fuca. A High Percentage of sightings have been achieved with the assistance of our extensive whale watching network. For your comfort there are two full size washrooms, and passengers are offered complimentary use of fleeces, waterproof wind jackets and pants.

A relaxing Pacific Ocean cruise and a visit from magnificent whales makes for the adventure of a lifetime aboard the M.V. Malaspina Express. With the guidance of a marine biologist and plenty of maps and diagrams, you will learn about the waters of the Pacific Ocean, the island of San Juan and various marine wildlife including whales. Our captain picks a spot at which to wait for the whales to come to the boat so that we never directly interfere with their natural path. And you don’t have to wear red suits and lifejackets for the 2.5 to 3-hour trip—just sit back, enjoy the view and wait for a visit from the majestic whales.

The largest whale watching company in Victoria, our fleet is expanding to include two brand-new, state-of-the-art zodiac-style rigid hulled open boats, bringing the number to ten of these vessels.  Our zodiacs are equipped every season with new leased Mercury Optimax engines - twin 200 horsepower, ensuring guaranteed availability during our busy season.  Each vessel is also equipped with the latest in electronic navigation and communication systems - to ensure the utmost in passenger safety and communication when searching for whales. We also have two fast cabin-cruiser covered boats to round out our fleet.  A cozy, educational option to our guests.  These tours are narrated by one of our marine biologists ready to answer all your questions and provide a stimulating insight into the ecosystem and its relationship to marine mammals.  The cabin seating area is heated and there are observation decks on the stern and on top of the cabin. Peak carrying capacity is 432 passengers, with over 36 trips daily.  This means flexibility and frequent daily trips throughout the Summer months.  During the Spring and Autumn all of our equipment is available, should larger groups plan a trip during that time. Prince of Whales - It's a BLAST!

Ocean Explorations offers world class whale watching from beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Ocean Explorations feature the Large* Safe Zodiacs, Professional Guide/Naturalists and a Highly successful Whale Search Network. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime on an exciting expedition in search of Killer Whales and other marine wildlife. A short distance from Victoria's Inner Harbour lie the protected island strewn waters of Juan de Fuca Strait, Haro Strait, Georgia Strait, the Greater Puget Sound and some of the most breathtaking coastal scenery in the world. A typical trip may cover 50 to 100 km and journey north through the beautiful San Juan Islands or west around the rugged tip of Vancouver Island.

Whale Watching & Marine Wild Life Tours depart from the Inner Harbour's most convenient & integrated marine facility. Choose to have your excursion on exhilarating 28' open Zodiacs or a beautiful 46' MotorYacht (offering an enclosed cabin as well as outside viewing decks). Experienced skippers & naturalists, a perfect safety record, high whale sightings & free Marine Mammal Information Kit make SpringTide your first choice. Excursions year-round, daily, up to 9 departures per day.The rich marine wildlife of beautiful southern Vancouver Island is world renowned for its abundance and diversity. The magnificent killer whale never fails to impress, but there are many other living treasures that share their waters. The SpringTide Marine Wildlife Guide offers identification and anecdotes of creatures on your excursion.

Established in 1985, Five Star was instrumental in establishing Victoria as a world famous whale watching destination. We are a family business offering unparalleled service and location. Five Star Charters Whale Watching and Nature Tours is proud to help you discover the picturesque West Coast of Canada, and Vancouver Island, home to the largest population of Killer Whales (Orcinus Orca) in the world. Our area of operations in the water surrounding Southern Vancouver Island, Victoria, and the Gulf Islands, is the home of three pods numbering approximately 90 whales in total. Our "Five Star" crews are waiting to introduce you to these magnificent mammals and share with you the myriad of other natural wonders abundant in this pristine marine environment

Jamie's Whaling Station is the pioneer Whale Watch, Bear Watch and Hot Springs Adventure Company operating since 1982 in Tofino B.C. and in Ucluelet B.C. since 2000. We are the most experienced Whale Watchers on the West Coast. We now offer Bear Watching, Canoeing and Kayaking in addition to our Whale Watch and Hot Springs Adventure tours. We are open February 15 through October.
For the past 22 years, thousands of avid Whale Watching, Bird Watching and Wildlife fans have cruised with us through the pristine waters of Clayoquot Sound and  Barkley Sound in search of the majestic gray whale as well as other creatures of nature. We Guarantee our Whale Sightings! We invite you to cruise through our web site to find the tour best suited to you and your family.

We cruise the calm, protected waters of Johnstone Strait & the Blackfish Archipelago on the northeast coast of Vancouver Island. This area is acknowledged as the most accessible and predictable location to see Orca (killer whales) in the world. Telegraph Cove is the closest place to this area. Dall’s porpoises, harbour porpoises, Pacific white-sided dolphins, sea lions, seals, Minke whales, Humpback whales and Grey whales are some of the marine mammals we may see during our nature cruises. For bird watchers, we have many migrating bird species in the Pacific Flyway including Rhinoceros Auklets, Pigeon Guillemots, Harlequin Ducks, Sooty Shearwaters and Bald Eagles.

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WHALE and BEAR Watching
 Join us for an adventurous voyage on the scenic Johnstone Strait on a quest to locate and observe Killer Whales (Orcinus Orca), Bears, Eagles, Dolpins, Seals, and a host of other wildlife in their natural habitat. This voyage offers a unique opportunity to view a variety of wildlife set in the rustic beauty of the mountains, forests, and dramatic coastline for which British Columbia is famous. We offer no fanfare, no glitz, and no hype - simply the friendly service and good value that only a family owned and operated small business can provide.

**Money back guaranteed whale sightings available
**Strategically located at the middle of the highest percentage of Orca sightings.
**Generally calmer ocean conditions and less fog.
**Small islands just offshore which are home to seal colonies. Start to see wildlife quickly.
**10 minutes from Porpoise and Dolphin feeding ground.
**German, French and Spanish translators for groups.
**Free Swartz Bay ferry terminal pickup.
**Restaurants, Hotels, Whale Museum, Mineral World, and other shops within 1 block.
**Friendly knowledgeable naturalists to increase your Whale Watching pleasure.
**15 minutes from Butchart Gardens.
**5 minutes from the Victoria Airport and Ferries.
**We are active members of the Whale Watching Operators Spotting Network.

These magnificent creatures are to be seen in mere minutes from Tofino. Grey whales are the most abundant, but there are occasional opportunities to also view Killer and Humpback whales. 

Enjoy a complete whale watching trip on the way to Hot Springs Cove. Once there, take a leisurely 20 minute walk through the rainforest to the natural hot water pools. Lay back and enjoy the view to the open Pacific Ocean for three hours (trip total is 6 hours). 

We also offer marine tours and hiking through Clayoquot Sound which includes bird watching opportuinities,

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