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Fly from Vancouver to Victoria on a 35-minute flight by seaplane and search for Orcas on a whale watching cruise on Haro Strait. Be kind to the environment with the most environmentally friendly form of transport between Vancouver and the mainland - carbon offset levy included! Upon arrival in Victoria set off on an exciting 3-hour cruise through Haro Strait, native home to orcas (killer whales), sea lions and seals, followed by a return flight to the mainland. This unique opportunity to see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat will bring you insight that no aquarium can provide.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Children must be accompanied by an adult on the seaplane flight, and whale watching excursion.
Not handicap accessible.
Duration of tour may vary.
On the whale watching excursion, covered vessel tours welcome people of all ages, however the zodiacs are restricted to those that are 6 years old and above, and a minimum height of 4 feet.
Sorry, pets cannot be accommodated on the whale watching excursion. However, certified service animals can be accommodated on covered vessel tours only, and not zodiacs.
Please present Government issued photo ID at check in
Check in 40 minutes prior to departure time
Passengers not checked-in before the check-in cutoff time will not be able to board their flight and will not be refunded their fare. A no show fee of 100% will be charged 20 minutes prior to flight departure on unclaimed seats.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Taxes and sustainability fees.
Whale-watching cruise
Roundtrip scenic seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria
Gratuities
Food and beverages
Hotel pickup and drop off
12:00pmflight-2pm Covered Boat
8:00am flight-10am Zodiac Boat
Check-in 8:55 AM for flight: 9:35am Departure for Flight (check-in 8:55) 2:00pm Whale watching tour
11:15amflight-2pm Covered Boat
7:45am flight-2pm Covered Boat
8:15am flight-2pm Zodiac Boat
Check-in 9:35 AM for flight: 9:35am Departure for Flight (check-in 8:55) 2:00pm Whale watching tour
8:30am flight-10amCovered Boat
Check-in in 8:05 for Flight: 8:45 Departure for Flight (check-in 8:05) 10:00 Whale watching tour
8:00am flight-10amCovered Boat
Check-in 8:20 AM for flight: 9:00am Departure for Flight (check-in 8:20) 10:00am Whale watching tour
Check-in 7:45 for flight: 8:25 Departure for Flight (check-in 7:45) 10:00 Whale watching tour
8:15am flight-2pm Covered Boat
7:45am flight-2pm Zodiac Boat
8:00am flight-2pm Covered Boat
8:30am flight-10am Zodiac Boat
Check-in 8:50am for flight: 9:30am Departure for Flight (check-in 8:50) 2:00pm Whale watching tour
8:00am flight-2pm Zodiac Boat
Check-in 7:55am for flight: 8:35am Departure for Flight (check-in 7:55) 10:00am Whale watching tour
10am flight-2pm Covered Boat
7:45am flight-10am Zodiac Boat
7:45am flight-10amCovered Boat
10:00am flight-2pm Zodiac Boat
12:00pm flight-2pm Zodiac Boat
8:15am flight-10am Zodiac Boat
Check-in 8:20 AM for flight: 9:00am Departure for Flight (check-in 8:20) 2:00pm Whale watching tour
Check-in 8:50am for flight: 9:30am Departure for Flight (check-in 8:50) 2:00pm Whale watching tour
8:15am flight-10amCovered Boat
Check-in at 8:05 for flight: 8:45 Departure for Flight (check-in 8:05) 2:00 pm Whale watching tour
Check-in 7:45 for flight: 8:25 Departure for Flight (check-in 7:45) 10:00 Whale watching tour
Check-in 7:55am for flight: 8:35am Departure for Flight (check-in 7:55) 2:00pm Whale watching tour
11:15am flight-2pm Zodiac Boat
134 reviews
Sep 23, 2024
We (myself and my husband) had an incredible time on this trip with Orca. Our guide Liam was really informative and helpful, adding in little hints and tips. The powerboat itself is worthwhile but then to see Humpbacks, Seals, Sea Lions and Ollie the otter - just incredible. Sadly no Orcas/Killers but just the luck of the draw on the day!
Sep 18, 2024
Great trip. Great chance to see stunning scenery and wildlife. Guide was knowledgeable, friendly, enthusiastic. Highly recommended.
Sep 17, 2024
An amazing day. We arrived in Victoria by sea plane from Vancouver and then did the Whale watching trip on a Zodiac. Thank you Mickey, you were fantastic and got us so close to the whales. I would highly recommend this trip.
Aug 5, 2024
Plane ride was by far the best way to get to the island. We had plenty of time to experience downtown before the boat trip. Be prepared for a cold, bumpy ride, but it will be worth it. We were able to see a humpback, sealions and seals.
Jul 31, 2024
The people we met on the boat. Confusion about where to catch the boat, sometimes using Harbor name and then Orca. Poor signage. Better planning for boat return to dock and seaplane times. We had to run to be in time to check-in for return seaplane to Vancouver.