Today british columbia takes pride in these intelligent gentle giants and whale watching in bc became a mayor industry. Gray whales are most commonly encountered in the spring, apriljune, on our whalewatching tours. Whale watching tours in victoria bc springtide whale. Canadas luxury whale watching base camp in british columbia. Gourmet dining aboard, lunch and dinner day 1, breakfast and lunch day 2. Everywhere you turn, the photographic opportunities in vancouver islands marine ecosystem are spectacular. Orca spirit whale watching tour bc ferries vacations. The orca families or pods known as j,k, and l number 78 whales. Brand new site built with a cms for easy editing simple, clean and fast to load site easy to update seo graphics, content and web page statistics facebook and twitter custom pages new site. Campbell river whale watching, grizzly bear, wildlife and ocean rapids adventures tours go wild.
We are a small family run company that offers whale watching out of sidney, bc. Experience some of the best whale watching on vancouver island. Whale watching tours and wild life tours, bc whale tours is one of victorias finest whale watching companies. Contact eagle wing tours victoria bc and vancouver island. Sidney whale watching formerly seaquest and emerald sea is located in the cannery building at the foot of beacon avenue, offers three to three and a half hour tours and they start right from sidney s waterfront. Marine biologists are on board to inform and educate you about local wildlife and to ensure whales remain for generations to come by supporting the pacific whale. Sidney whale watching tours the very best prices on victoria whale watching tours. Offer valid for bookings made before july 21, 2014 and travel prior to september 7, 2014. Whale tours in victoria bc springtide whale watching. British columbia is home to dozens of whale species, 23 to be exact, according to the vancouver aquarium. This extra time along with our high speed scarabs and catamaran gives us an extended reach to spend more time with the whales.
Sidney whale watching formerly seaquest and emerald sea is located in the cannery building at the foot of beacon avenue, offers three to three and a half hour tours and they start right from sidneys waterfront. There are only a few places in the world where one can experience such a diverse marine ecosystem in just 4 hours. Our coastline is home to the southern resident j, k and l pods of killer whales, numbering over 85 individual orca whales. Ocean ecoventures guarantees whale sightings yearround. Get up close and personal with the locals british columbia s marine wildlife on one of springtides scenic whale watching tours. We are the most centrally located whale watching company on vancouver island with the highest sighting of killer whales in british columbia. Sidney whale watching is located in beautiful sidney, bc only 30 minute drive north from victoria or 5 minute drive from swartz bay ferry terminal and victoria. We extend a free standby tour to the few passengers who do not see whales on their tour. With many years of experience, youll be sure to enjoy this luxury ride. Get up close and personal with the locals british columbias marine wildlife on one of springtides scenic whale watching tours.
Whale watching, wildlife tours and sea kayaking tours located in the beautiful seaside town of sidney, british columbia on vancouver island. Sidney whale watching is located in beautiful sidney, bc only 30 minute drive north from victoria or 5 minute drive from swartz bay ferry terminal and victoria international airport. Our company utilizes stateoftheart, custom designed, locally built vessels that are leading in the industry for safety. Kenmore air flight schedules are available for download and print. Private whalewatching tours are offered throughout the season but they must be booked well in advance, especially during the peak season july.
Sidney whale watching has been in operation for two decades, but its roots go back much, much farther. Springtides whale watching tours will take you through some of the worlds most breathtaking scenery that bc has to offer. If you do not see a whale on one of our whale watching tours we invite you to come again for free. We are open daily for whale watching and wildlife adventure tours from march 1 october 31. Whale watching tours and marine eco tour adventures provided by west coast wildlife adventures. The majestic orca has long been the proud symbol of our incredible city. Travelers to victoria have a number of whale watching tour options that offer the chance to view whales in their natural habitat. Book a minimum 2 night bc ferries vacations package and receive your whale watching tour with orca spirit adventures at 50% off.
Our whale watching tours are the only ones going out 3. We offer private whalewatching tours and ecotours for groups of 35 or less onboard all of our vessels. Whale watching tours, victoria bc bc whale tours a. Board kko, our 30 foot walk around seating whale watching vessel or our 30 foot zodiac. Contact eagle wing tours to learn more about the best whale watching tours in. Whether you choose a naturalistled, marine ecologythemed boat cruise, a tour that combines whale watching with a trip to butchart gardens, or a seaplane tour that drops you off at a ship for whale watching, youre sure to remember your experience. About bc whale tours leave the crowds behind on our custom made vessels specifically designed for comfort, speed and safety that carry only 12 guests at a time. There are some individual whales that do not undergo the full migration and summer in the coastal areas of washington and bc. Ferry anacortes, 90min north of seattle, to sidney, 30min south of victoria. In the fall pacific humpbacks are readying for their winter migration to hawaii. Sooke whale watching sooke whale watching vancouver island.
Enjoy the speed, comfort and excitement of these two custom built whale watching vessels. Sidney whale watching is the closest company to the whale foraging grounds which means less travel time and more whale time. Local area activities sidney waterfront inn sidney canada. Each and every one of our team members loves what we do, and therefore, we strive to make our tours as memorable as possible. Ocean ecoventures vancouver island whale watching highest. Book a minimum 2 night bc ferries vacations package and receive your whalewatching tour with orca spirit adventures at 50% off. Orca spirit has always taken special care to practice respectful whale watching by following strict guidelines around vessel speed, viewing distance, and radio and engine usage. Available march through october, our whale watching tour package includes a scenic seaplane flight between downtown.
Bamfield whale watching in bc british columbia travel and. 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. The rugged beauty of the west coast is something that should be experienced with victorias boutique whale watching company. Book a 2night victoria package with bc ferries vacations and get 50% off a whalewatching tour. Orca dreams is canadas first whale watching luxury base camp. Sidney whale watching 2020 all you need to know before you. A premiere whale watching company based in victoria, british columbia, canada. Gorgeous panoramic views along victorias scenic coastline. Up and down the coast of british columbia, from victoria to port hardy on vancouver island, from vancouver to the bc gulf islands, and up to haida gwaii queen charlotte islands. Come join the adventure with sidney whale watching. From private whale watching trips to family reunions, we can customize a private tour to suit your.
We offer small personal tour groups, with never more than 12 passengers on our boats. Owner mike child is a member of the kwakiutl tribe, and his company now operates within the territory of the coast salish peoples. Along with tours and private charters, sidney whale watching, located in the town of sidney, b. Like most baleen whales, gray whales are solitary and do not form lasting social bonds, except for mothers and calves. The marine life in the waters of bc is abundant and diverse, but there is no greater creature than the mighty whale. Childs work is tied to his ancestors traditions of coastal conservation and respect for marine life, which is one of the reasons sidney whale watching has. Eagle wing tours is motivated to provide our guests with more than just a look at the whales. Come on a west coast adventure with sookes one and only professional company for over 30 years. Explore the coast and experience the wild this summer with orca spirit adventures. Founded by hurricane jack aka jack springer along with his partners jennifer and aaron, the three brought many years of experience with them as they started. Since 2008, campbell river whale watching and adventure tours has been a key player in campbell rivers whale watching industry, but our years of experience goes far beyond that. The camp is located on a remote island off the north inner coast of vancouver island, a place famous for its large concentrations of killer whales orcas as well as the summer feeding grounds of humpback whales. Best adventure in sidney bc sidney whale watching tripadvisor. We believe that its possible to provide an educational experience to guests while respecting the whales natural habitat.
Whale watching tours victoria bc book your adventure today. Come on a west coast adventure with sookes one and only professional. Our whale watching tours located off the southern coast of victoria, british columbia consist of viewing transient orca pods, migrating humpback whales, grey whales and other marine animals that reside in our coastal waters. Humpback whales the world over are known for their epic migrations, complex songs, and the acrobatic jumps that earn them their name. Often our boats are the only ones on scene when the whales are at the outer limits of the range. Our whale guarantee is a complimentary, nontransferable and. Whale watching tours in johnstone strait are available from telegraph cove, alert bay, port hardy, port mcneill and sayward, each community. Get really upclose with this 90minute scenic volcano flight tour around mount rainier and mount st helens. Victoria whale watching packages and deals eagle wing tours. Youll tour the pristine waters around victoria, southern vancouver island and the gulf island with orcas killer whales, humpback whales, minke whales, and sometimes even grey whales breaching next to you. Whale and wildlife tours victoria, bc sidney whale watching.
Our longer tours ensure maximum viewing time with the whales and wildlife. Choose from either our covered or open boat tour options, both with on board washrooms. Packages include return ferry, accommodation, and a 3hour tour led by certified marine naturalists. We provide whale and grizzly bear tours, and great bear rainforest tours. Visit sidney whale watching on your trip to sidney or canada.
Accommodation aboard for one night in a sheltered anchorage close to the whales. About us campbell river whale watching and adventure tours. Read on for everything you need to know about spotting these graceful marine mammals in british columbia. Or travel with us to oxford river for some once in a lifetime grizzly bear viewing. Sidney whale watching is a family owned and operated company that has been serving sidney and the saanich peninsula for over 20 years. Eagle eye adventures is the most reliable whale watching tours company in canada. Day whale watching tours in victoria, bc eagle wing tours. Tours can be customized to suit your groups needs, please call to enquire. There is no seagoing experience quite like watching, closeup, a sleek whale weighing thousands of pounds frolic like a child in its natural habitat. Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria.
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