VICTORIA · WHALE WATCHING
The trips worth booking.
The 11 victoria whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.
Warm catamaran whale watching in Victoria, with free high-resolution photos and marine-naturalist commentary in the Salish Sea.
Most Popular“It was a brilliant day out with attention to safety first, followed by knowledgeable staff & good amenities.”
Small-group Zodiac whale watching from Victoria Harbour with flotation suits, whale sighting guarantee, and close-up orcas and humpbacks.
“Our guide was Raj. We had a wonderfull time on the zodiac. We saw a lot of humpbacks, sea lions, a pelican, orka's and a black bear walking down the cost. Raj was very informative! Great experience!”
Victoria whale watching from a covered boat with warm indoor space, 360° deck views, and marine naturalists. About 3 hours.
“It was a great trip and we saw whales which was really exciting. The crew members were really friendly and me and my mom were really happy with the whole trip. What I would recommend is to bring a water resistant jacket because you can get really wet on top of the boat.”
Ride a heated 60ft cruiser out of Victoria to spot orcas, humpbacks, and sea life in the Salish Sea, with naturalists and hot drinks.
“It was such an amazing experience!! We saw Orcas and a Humpback whale! The crew was amazing and very informative the whole time! Jasper was a great Captain! This was the best part of our trip to Victoria!”
Victoria whale watch by Zodiac RIB: Fort Rodd Hill, Fisgard Lighthouse, Race Rocks, and a free rebook if whales don’t appear.
“We had a great time and saw a lot of orcas!! We even saw a humpback whale. The guide was amazing and knew a lot of the animals :)”
3-hour Victoria whale watching cruise with expert naturalists, a certified responsible operator, and strong odds of orcas and humpbacks.
“We had a great time on the boat and seeing Orcas. The crew was awesome and very knowledgeable. I would go again.”
Winter zodiac whale and wildlife tour from Victoria. Spot humpbacks, seals, and more, plus a hydrophone to hear whale calls.
“This tour was fun and enjoyable, even in the rain! We walked around town, taste tested a range of food and, learnt so much about the history of the area. It felt good to support local businesses.”
A small-group whale watching cruise in Victoria’s Salish Sea with live narration, indoor decks, and flexible routing for sightings.
“We ended up not taking this cruise because of ADA issues but they were able to call a competitor and get us on a bigger boat that could accommodate an ADA person. They did all of the leg work so it was easy peasy to make the transition. They were no extra fees and the…”
Fast, small-group Zodiac whale watching from Victoria. Warm flotation suits, expert wildlife commentary, and close-up Salish Sea action in ~3 hours.
“This was an incredible experience! Our captain was fantastic—so knowledgeable and full of amazing facts about the different types of whales. We were incredibly lucky to see three different species during our trip. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and I would highly recommend it to anyone!”
6-hour catamaran cruise from Port Welshpool to Wilsons Prom for humpback whale spotting, with commentary, morning tea, and lunch.
“Excellent trip Knowledgable staff Beautiful part of the world Great to see birds, dolphins, seals, rocks and…a whale!”
Spend four hours on a Campbell River zodiac chase for orcas, humpbacks, dolphins, and more, with warm survival suits and included snacks.
“Paul was an excellent captain and took us right to eagles, harbor seals, sea lions, orca whales, and humpback whales. The zodiac boats are great and the suits they supply keep you nice and warm while cruising through the water. Overall a great experience and one of the highlights of our BC vacation.”
Every coast with a season worth booking, port by port.
