Vancouver Island Zodiac Whale Watching Adventure - Telegraph Cove
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Nestled in Vancouver Island’s northern bounds, Telegraph Cove is an intimate haven for whale watchers and conservationists. A former fishing village, today Telegraph Cove plays host to our quintessential whale watching adventure. Departing from Telegraph Cove Resort aboard a 12-passenger open-air Zodiac-style boat, this adventure will take you on a 3 hour fully-guided whale watching & marine wildlife viewing tour.
Additional Info
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
There is a minimum passenger height restriction of 4ft (120cm) and 50 lbs (23kg)
Each passenger is required to sign a Release of Liability at check in. Participants must be 19 years of age, or require a parent or guardian to sign on their behalf
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date/time/vessel or full refund
Prince of Whales reserves the right to ask that the credit card used in the booking be presented at check-in, and/or photo ID be presented.
Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Whale Watching in Johnstone Strait and nearby ocean area. We hope to see whales, seals, sea lions, maybe some otters, dolphins and eagles too! Always a great day when we catch them all!
What‘s Included
Whale and marine life watching tour on a 12-passenger open-aired zodiac...
Live commentary
Whale Sightings Guarantee—complimentary tours from all locations until you see whales (fees apply).
Expert Guide/Skipper
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Gratuities
Restroom on board
Excludes taxes and fees for Lifetime Whale Sighting Guarantee
Options
Zodiac Whale Watching TCR
Telegraph Cove
Reviews
281 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour with a lot of wildlife!
Eveline D,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing time on the zodiac tour and saw a whole lot of wildlife (Orcas, Humback whales, Sea Otters, Sea Lions, Bald Eagle and a huge group of Dolphins!) Connor was an amazing guide and made it a great experience!
Beautiful day in Johnstone Strait
162renatea,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We sailed with a zodiac to Johnstone Strait, we saw 3 killer whales pretty soon, so beautiful! Then Connor gave us the choice whether we wanted to look for whales, or sail to another area, where there would probably also be killer whales. Our entire group has chosen the whales and we have seen them extensively. To conclude, a large group of Steller sea lions. During the tour, Connor explained the animals we saw and the area we were in. We had beautiful weather that day.
Very nice tour
D-Kueb,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00With our enthusiastic guide / skipper Connor had a very nice morning. Main goal, of course, was whale watching. Since humpback whales are (apparently) in very predictable locations, we first went looking for Orcas. Just looking, but a nice group of 6-7 animals found a while from a distance can follow. Seen bald eagles and sea lions in between. Sailed on to humpback whales: almost immediately we saw 3-4 of these huge beasts near our boat and later on the way back to Telegraph Cove 3 more! Nice to see how people try to disturb the animals as little as possible. In between fun facts/stories from Connor. Glad we booked this excursion. The location of Telegraph Cove makes it (I think) extra fun, because you are quickly between the islands and therefore almost immediately somewhere where you can see nice things.
Great fun and loads of whales
S5912IEfelixr,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was worth every penny. It was great fun to cruise along with high speed in the Zodiac boat. Our very nice and knowledgeable guide Scotty took us out and he found us so many whales that it was hard to decide in which direction to look. Scotty told us the most interesting facts about every whale and how researchers tell them apart and catalogue them. We encountered several humpbacks and a pod of Orcas as well as a single Orca on the hunt for salmon.
Whales and selfie galore
DayTrip58810427279,,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the BEST marine tour you could imagine! James was a lovely tour guide - he was so knowledgeable and respectful of the wildlife we saw, and so clever at finding such a variety for us to see: a pod of orca, pod of dolphins, numerous humpback whales, sealions, seals, birdlife. Truly an experience to be cherished and remembered. James - you are amazing - thank you!
Rib tour spotted orcas several times
lauragQ2352XM,,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Driving James really good, despite the fog (August fogest) we were able to see the killer whales, several times and the dolphins. Not the whales but the killer whales were a breathtaking sight and James gave us so many interesting explanations.
Guide brought the sunshine
KirstenMaria,,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was super rainy and weather was terrible, but the guide was so optimistic and kind! We did spot a family of orka's, so that was our hope. Also lots of sealions super close and swimming along.
Awesome Experience!
hannahdC1548SK,,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an awesome experience!! Our guide, James, was super knowledgeable and very friendly. We saw sooo many orca whales, I bet around 20, as well as dolphins and seals. The weather was very cloudy, but it made the whole experience feel so PNW and cozy. And the life jackets/body suits they provide you kept you pretty warm. Overall, my husband and I had an amazing time and James was awesome! Thanks again :)
Amazing!
S1758WPangelac,,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing Hours with Scottie! We saw lots of orca’s family and whales! We choose the zodiac for the wild experience :-) they gave clothes to be safe and warm, my kids enjoyed!!!
Hugely rewarding, even with teenagers
saskiag649,,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today we went on the whale watching tour with Connor (assisted by Kennedy) from Telegraph Cove. Still in the harbor we immediately saw three river otters, who clearly enjoy the fish remains they can find. Once at sea, Connor first went looking for killer whales. Soon he found two groups of killer whales, about 10 animals. What beautiful animals! Good also to see that the skipper does everything to keep enough distance from the animals. After we had extensively looked at the orcas, we sailed on in search of humpback whales. We saw two humpback whales come up together each time and then dive for a few minutes. In the meantime, we got interesting information about the animals. Next to the whales we saw another porpoise and on our return a black bear and an eagle. Sailing in the zodiac was much more comfortable than I expected and it is nice to be so close to the water.
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