Private Tour

Private Zodiac Whale Watching Tour from Victoria

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of the Pacific Ocean and experience the world’s best location to view whales in the wild on a three-hour private tour from Victoria, British Columbia. The Juan de Fuca and Haro Strait are renowned for their ample wildlife, including animals such as transient Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, seals, sea lions and many marine birds!

Zodiac vessel tours are for the more wild at heart, letting the wind blow in your hair and be exposed to the true west coast elements in an open style, 12 passenger vessel.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates rain or shine, please dress appropriately

Not suitable for pregnant women

Not suitable for participants with pre-existing neck or back injuries and/or health conditions

Minimum age of 6 years old

This experience requires good ocean conditions. If it is cancelled due to poor conditions, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional and Certified Guide

Complimentary hotel shuttle pick up

Gratuities

Food and Drinks

What To Expect

Arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour departure with your group and suit up in your full length cruiser suit, required by Transport Canada. Your captain and guide will then go over all things safety and board you on to the 12 passenger zodiac vessel. Cruise out of Victoria Harbour into the Straits of Haro and Juan de Fuca while taking in the serene sights and looking for different species of whales and other wildlife, including Humpback Whales, Bigg's Killer Whales, Gray Whales, Mike Whales, California and Steller Sea Lions, Sea Otters, and a plethora of sea birds. After three hours of excitement on the Salish Sea you will return back to the departure location with memories that will last a life time!

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Private Zodiac Whale Watching Tour from Victoria

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A whale of a time
SpencerJones12,
Aug 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing trip! Edward was our captain alongside Marissa, and they were the best! They knew exactly where to be in the best spots to see the whales! Super funny, extremely knowledgeable, and lovers of the ocean! Ed and Marissa's passion for the job and the whales I think really made the experience great for me. The boat ride was fun and super enjoyable! Definitely an experience of a lifetime and recommend anyone to go on this trip with those two.
A Thrill of a Lifetime !
513budm,
Jul 20, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jordan was an excellent captain and was very informative to the whole group. We got very lucky and watched one whale do a hour long show with about 40 breaches for the group. Nothing more to say than it was FANTASTIC !!
Once in a lifetime experience!!
H8669TPmatth,
Jul 17, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Captain Jordan started with a “every whale watching trip is different” speech and reassured us there would be some whales. Jordan then took us out to open water and we couldn’t see anything but the odd piece of drift wood and seaweed. Then Jordan takes a left turn and picked up speed, 2 minutes later we found what we were looking for and it was more than anyone could imagine. A whale just as we arrived came flying out of the water and crashed back down. We continued to watch for 45 mins while the whale breached the surface 30-40 times. We then took off to meet another 3 whales, and if I didn’t know any better one of these massive creatures was Jordan’s friend because it came right up the boat (50ft) or so and gave us an up close and personal view. Jordan was very knowledgeable, funny, extremely friendly and answered every question confidently. This will be a trip I will never forget!! Thanks Jordan and Orca Spirit Adventures!!!
Whale putting on a show!
O7189BQjodis,
Jul 16, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had and awesome tour with our zodiac captain Jordan, was one of the best experiences we have ever had. We had a whale breach over and over - amazing!
Incredible and unforgettable moments !
Yann2852,
Jun 17, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were welcomed very nicely and all worked very fine for this tour. Our captain showed us several animals during the tour even if no Whales were located around after 1.5 hours. He suddenly got some information about Whales in the area, he brought us there, even if the way back would be longer if we came back later. Thanks to his experience we had the luck to assist to incredible things we will never forget. We came from Europe to see that and if was a simply incredible moment ! Sync Swimming of two huge whales, see the picture. THANK YOU THANK YOU !