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3 hours
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Encounter majestic wildlife of the Salish Sea onboard our Ocean Cruiser departing from downtown Victoria's inner harbour. Whether it is in the morning or the afternoon, be prepared for the adventure of a lifetime!
The 61-foot comfortable Ocean Cruiser - Marauder IV is fast, quiet, stable and suitable for all ages. Relax as you sit inside, outside, or on the top deck with the Captain – the viewing options are all terrific! Especially unique are the side decks running the whole length of the boat. There is lots of room to move around, view wildlife and take that perfect picture.
Your expert naturalists are on board to ensure a memorable and educational experience. Sit back and tune into our narration about wildlife and the natural history of the Vancouver Island Coast. Keep on the lookout for whales and other marine life like porpoises, elephant seals, harbour seals, sea lions and a variety of marine birds!
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
For any additional information regarding accessibility, please contact SpringTide Whale Watching at (250) 384-4444
Must meet minimum passenger requirements to confirm.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Complimentary coffee, tea & hot chocolate
Washroom
All Fees and Taxes
Experienced and educational naturalists on board each trip
SpringTide Whale Watching & Charters
As you cruise, our crew will help you spot the variety of whales and other marine wildlife that live in the Salish Sea, including orcas, humpback whales, sea lions, seal, otters and eagles. Throughout the tour, our crew will share fascinating insights into the whales’ biology and their ocean habitat. Curious about something? Feel free to ask questions along the way! If you start to feel chilly, step inside the spacious, heated cabin and warm up with a complimentary cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. You’ll still be able to enjoy the view through large windows as you continue your search for marine life. Your adventure concludes back at Victoria's inner harbour.
456 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
William B,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
Excellent tour with a professional, knowledgeable crew. Loads of whale activity to experience. Loved the tour!
Ryan O,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
All crew members were excellent and full of knowledge. Super friendly and the boat was great. Was nice to be able to walk around the boat instead of being stuck on a bench seat like some of the others we seen out there.
Kari H,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
We had an amazing experience on board the Springtide, watching humpback whales jump and dive. What a spectacular sight!! Katie was our extremely knowledgeable guide. Not only did she know and understand the individual whales, but she also provided history and information on the critical role of whales in the oceans and the important role humans have in preserving their habitat. I wish every person could see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat. Thank you Katie and Jasper (our Captain).
Roy C,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
Trip well organised, knowledgeable staff and crew boat was good and captained very good, we spotted Orca, humpback and sea lions
Lina O,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
Dress warmly with a waterproof jacket you will get wet. The crew was very helpful and knowledgeable.
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