Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Hop aboard Salish Sea Eclipse – a high-speed, luxury, custom-built catamaran. This 95 passenger catamaran was engineered and built in Canada with the safety of our beloved marine wildlife and our guests as priority number one.
Enjoy the free photo package offered on this vessel and experience the majesty of the Salish Sea in comfort, as we cut through the Strait of Juan de Fuca’s currents in search of wildlife, and listen to our marine mammal experts bring the animals stories to life! The quintessential whale watching experience for every adventurer.
Additional Info
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 are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, an alternative or full refund will be offered
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Service animals allowed with proper documentation and life jacket, subject to captain's discretion
Check-in 30 minutes prior to the departure time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Whale Sightings Guarantee—complimentary tours from all locations until you see whales (fees apply).
Two washrooms
Captain and expert crew of 3-4 guides/naturalists
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Complimentary tea, coffee & hot chocolate
Free Photo Package Featuring Wildlife!
Downloadable tour guides in: English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch
5 per person Salish Sea Conservation Fee (1% For The Planet Initiative) is included in price
Kids coloring books and educational guides
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Excludes taxes and fees for Lifetime Whale Sighting Guarantee
What To Expect
Experience the majesty of the Salish Sea and its wildlife, from whales surfacing in unison to bald eagles soaring overhead. Cut through the Strait of Juan de Fuca’s currents in search of orcas and humpback whales, and listen to our marine mammal experts bring the animals’ stories to life (while you stay warm, dry and hydrated in its heated cabin, of course!) A fantastic trip for photographers, this is the quintessential whale-watching experience for every adventurer. Immerse yourself completely in this incredible experience while we take free high-resolution photos of the wildlife, the landscape and your loved ones! Discover the beauty of Victoria on our whale watching tour, starting from the picturesque Inner Harbour and cruising past the iconic Ogden Point Terminal, with sights of the majestic Legislative Building, the charming Fisherman’s Wharf, the historic Empress Hotel, and the Royal BC Museum’s buildings.
Options
March - November
Reviews
2,112 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The crew was awesome,...
Ilise L,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00The crew was awesome, Lindsey, Sandy, Michael, Janae, Megan. We saw a couple humpback whales, elephant seals, Steller sea lions, California sea lions, and harbor seals. The crew was great at spotting wildlife and very informative about the animals we saw.
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Kevin G,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was amazing! The boat is comfortable, the coffee was delicious, our guides and naturalist are very knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make sure we saw Orcas, humpback whales and sea lions. Thank you, Taylor, Megan, Michael, Francoise, and Janae
Great crew and a great experience!
Joshua F,
Aug 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great experience with Prince of Wales. We saw lots of whales and the crew got us close enough for our own pictures and videos. They also have a photographer on board with a long lense that takes pictures of the whales you saw and provides them to you free of charge. Reid, in the back of the boat was great with finding the whales and giving us good information and answering questions. The boat had plenty of room and had areas to get out of the weather and provided hot drinks. We had a great time on this excursion.
Best Tour !
Stacey S,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a must do while in Victoria, The staff is great all upbeat and fun. The Naturalists on board were very knowledgeable.
Crew members were very...
Sim V,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Crew members were very cheerful and accommodating. Saw many pods of orcas. Free hot drinks were appreciated, along with ginger chews to settle any uneasy stomachs.
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