Experience the wonders of BC’s coastal wildlife on a Nanaimo whale watching tour. Guaranteed whale sightings, expert guides, and comfortable seating on our 12-passenger vessel.
- 90 Front St #5 - Your day begins by checking in at our office 45 minutes before your departure time and then you’ll head down to the boat as a group.
You’ll then be introduced to the Salish Sea ecosystem and wildlife as you cruise through the Gulf Islands archipelago in search of whales and other marine life. You’ll learn about the different types of whales that use the Salish Sea, including their natural history, and their roles in the marine food web.
Throughout your adventure, your captain will be in touch with other whale watching companies over VHF radio and will plan your route to maximize the area covered between vessels.
You’ll spend a full hour viewing whales, and your marine naturalist will provide real-time insights into their behaviours. Onboard catalogues are used to identify individual whales, and this data will be collected throughout the season and sent to the Centre for Whale Research, Keta Coastal Conservation, and the BC Cetacean Sightings Network.
Your tour will wrap up with an educational talk on marine conservation focusing on threats to BC orca, and conservation initiatives will be discussed.
- Toilets onboard
- Binoculars onboard (shared between guests)
- Sunscreen available
- Captain certified by Transport Canada
- Professional guide with marine biology expertise
- The listed price does not include parking, which costs around 5-7 dollars CAD for the day.
- Lunch is not included.
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from office
Take a dive into the abundant coastal wildlife of BC as you navigate through the islets of the Gulf Islands in quest of killer whales (orcas), humpback whales, sea lions, porpoises, eagles, and much more. Led by a guide who boasts an educational background in biology and a fervor for marine life, your spotting of whales is assured, or your following trip is on us. Enjoy the comfort and panache as you sail through the Salish Sea on Kula, a 12-person carrier. Kula is fitted with shaded seating with each spot offering sliding windows and a spacious open deck on the vessel’s rear, offering unhindered views of the landscape and fauna.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Not suitable for pregnant women.
- Minimum numbers apply. If there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation, in which case an alternative date or full refund will be offered.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
