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Vancouver Whale Watching Tour

Group on a whale watching tour with Prince of Whales in Vancouver, viewing ocean and islands.
Group on a boat during a whale watching tour in open sea.
Two orcas swimming in the ocean.
Guide explaining boat tour route with map in hand, Vancouver Island.

Duration

3 hr

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Guided tour

4.9/5

(7)

Peter Miller

Peter

Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Great tout, staff were very helpful and informative. We saw plenty of humpbacks and one of them was a playful calf who breached on a number of occasions. We were very happy and lucky to have seen this.
michelle go

Michelle

Jul 2025
Verified booking
4/5
the guide was very knowledgable but i think she should have a microphone where the entire boat can hear her stories/ facts about animals..
Alison Prouty

Alison

Jun 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Staff was friendly and worked hard to find as many sea animals as possible on our short trip. Throughout the trip the naturalists were providing information regarding all the animals in the local environment.
    • Stay comfortable on your 22 ft. tall viewing platform as you see orcas, humpback whales, seals, and other marine animals in their environment.

    • Listen to the marine naturalists on board and gain insight into the animals’ lives and habits.

    • Enjoy panoramic views of the Salish Sea from floor-to-ceiling windows a few feet above sea level that make you feel like you’re right in the middle of the water.

    • Receive a complimentary photo package with group photos and photographs of the wildlife you see on your tour.

    • Tickets to the whale-watching & marine wildlife tour

    • Guided tour with 3 to 4 certified marine naturalists on board

    • Complimentary tea, coffee, and hot chocolate

    • Complimentary photo package (group photos and wildlife photos)

    • Whale Sighting Guarantee (redeemable for a free tour in case of no sighting)

    • Food (light snacks are available on the catamaran for purchase)

    • Travel to/from the departure point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Accessibility

    • The experience is not wheelchair-accessible.

    Additional information

    • Reach the departure point 30 minutes before the tour begins.

    • Carry a windbreaker, sweater, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a fitted hat along for the experience.

    • Wear long pants and closed shoes for added comfort.

    • Bring binoculars to enhance your experience and a camera for some great photographs.

    • If there’s no sighting, you can redeem it for another tour under the Whale Sighting Guarantee (additional taxes/fees apply).

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Show your ticket at Prince of Whales - Whale & Marine Wildlife Adventures Vancouver.

    • Address: 1666 Duranleau St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3S2, Canada.

    • Landmark: The adventure center is located next to the Kasandy "Locally Global" store, opposite the yellow building of Bridges Restaurant.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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