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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.
432 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Anita I,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
It is a really amazing experience which I advise all to partake in when visiting victoria. The staff are are amazing and take good care of all the tourists, they make you feel comfortable and ease any worries you may have travelling jnti the ocean. One point to make is there are no guarantees of seeing any species of Wales, We did see a few orcas but it was a distance away from our boat, me and my wife had a 3 year old and a 6 year old, 3 year old slept all the way through the 3 hr journey and our 6 year old took pictures for her holiday book, all in all a beautiful experience, give it a go.
Scott S,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
We saw an Orca breach! At like 50-75 yards away in full sunlight. What an amazing experience. Ian, Aly, Marty, and Heather did an amazing job finding and explaining the wildlife to us.
Janelle L,
Aug 1, 2025
- Viator
grea! Captain Ian was determined to find whales. And we saw whales jumping and playing in the water. The water was very rough and I got a bit queasy but the crew was so sympathetic and helpful. It was worth it.
Hilton H,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
We had an awesome time, our grandchildren just loved the experience , we will definitely do it again. We were really impressed with Katie's knowledge of ocean life, and Aly’ s care for every one on board, both the girls were very professional, and of course so was the captain.
Steve W,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
Dress for all types of conditions. Recommend layering your clothing well and make sure to have rain gear and binoculars!
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