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The 15 most popular whale watching right now, with what each trip actually includes, who runs it and what it costs to book.
Vancouver half-day whale watching from Granville Island on a heated catamaran, with free wildlife photos and naturalist-guided spotting.
Most Popular“The ship was clean and covered many Km2. Qe saw stellar seals but no whales..rhey told us we can get future excursion for free as long as we show up. We might do that.”
Vancouver whale watching on a covered catamaran with guaranteed sightings, live commentary, and free high-res photos from Granville Island.
“Great day out, highly recommend this trip, all the staff were fantastic. Thanks all for a lovely trip 👍”
Half-day Vancouver whale watching from Steveston with strong sighting odds, modern boat comfort, shuttle option, and Gulf and San Juan scenery.
“Our experience was amazing. Our guide and captain were excellent, friendly and knowledgeable. We saw 3 humpback whales, Orcas, sea lions and eagles. This tour was everything I hoped for and more. The little town was adorable too. Plan some time to explore and get something to eat before or after your tour.”
Small-group whale watching from Granville Island for orcas and humpbacks on a zodiac-style ride with a marine biologist guide.
“An Unforgettable Whale Watching Experience in Vancouver”
Vancouver whale watching from Granville Island on a high-speed catamaran, with expert crew, free emailed photos, and a whale guarantee.
“I am not sure how this company gets away with calling this a sunset cruise when you don’t get to see the sunset on the boat. The ticket indicated that the tour would be five hours, but it returned in 3 1/2 hours which was one hour before the 8 PM sunset”
See orcas and humpbacks on a 3–5 hour cruise from Vancouver/Steveston with a naturalist guide, jackets, and a whale-sighting guarantee.
Vancouver whale watching from Granville Island on an open-air 360° boat, guided by a marine naturalist with conservation-focused spotter support.
“Amazing trip! Whales came right up to us and played around the boat for at least 20 minutes. It was a once in a lifetime experience for sure!”
Seaplane from Vancouver to Victoria plus a 3-hour whale watch on the Salish Sea, aiming for Southern Resident orcas.
“Josh, our captain/ guide, is extremely knowledgeable and upfront about what you may or may not see. We were thrilled not only with the orcas & humpbacks we saw, but sea lions, harbor seals, ravens, brown pelicans, blue herons- we saw it all. And learned quite a bit about not only these animals, but the…”
Take a seaplane to Victoria, go whale watching for 3 hours, then enjoy downtown free time before flying back to Vancouver.
Small zodiac whale watching from Vancouver. Open-air ride, expert guide, mustang suit, and a whale guarantee. See orcas and more.
Whale watching from Steveston Village with a naturalist guide, snack stops, and a route through Georgia Strait and the Gulf Islands.
“The length of the tour was perfect at four hours, very organized, prompt and educational. We were fortunate to have a very knowledgeable tour guide.”
Whale watch from Granville Island on Eagle Eyes open-air catamaran with a marine naturalist, 360° views, washrooms, and whale sightings guarantee.
See orcas, humpbacks, and dolphins on a semi-covered Jing Yu catamaran from Granville Island with a naturalist guide.
Small-group whale watching from Vancouver with a Granville Island snack stop and crew spotting help for humpbacks and orcas.
“Great captain! And Britt was very knowledgeable! We saw multiple pods. They truly did what it took to provide a fantastic afternoon.”
High-speed Zodiac whale watching from Granville Island with a marine naturalist, 360° views, flotation suits, and a chance at orcas.
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