Victoria Whale Watch Tour
Overview
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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!
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
For any additional information regarding accessibility, please contact SpringTide Whale Watching at (250) 384-4444
Must meet minimum passenger requirements to confirm.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Complimentary coffee, tea & hot chocolate
Washroom
All Fees and Taxes
Experienced and educational naturalists on board each trip
What To Expect
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.
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Victoria Whale Watch Tour
Reviews
458 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great staff and well...
Gilles L,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great staff and well organized. We saw 3 humpback whales and a family of orcas! Would definitely recommend.
Professional/considerate quality tour
nickW9276WD,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. We started out in pretty poor weather but figured might as well be on a boat in the rain. Weather got better. Great boat, very capable taking the 38 of us with lots of space. The team were very knowledgable and answered all of our questions. We got to see Orca killer whales and Humpback whales. The boats kept their distance which they have to by law, which was great to see these animals in their natural environment, not hassled by humans. We chose this company due to timings, price and content of the trip.
Orcas & Humpbacks
William B,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour with a professional, knowledgeable crew. Loads of whale activity to experience. Loved the tour!
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Ryan O,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00All 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.
Highly Recommended Experience
Kari H,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We 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).
Great what watching experience
T413HYns,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the whale watching tour earlier this month with my family. The tour team, Jasper, Kaite and Molly was extremly knowledgable and amazing. They made sure our first time on water is a great experience. We saw both orca and humpback whales as well as sea lions, seals and eagles. I would recommend this team to everyone.
Wonderful experience and staff!!
frankie-eh2zed,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible experience with excellent staff. Heather , in particular, was excellent. She provided great information about the area and wildlife that we saw. She was great about answering all the questions that were asked. We were fortunate to see many humpback whales (probably 10-15) and sea lions. This is a must do excursion in Victoria. As a added bonus, there is a photographer on board that takes photos and makes them available at no extra cost.
Good view of whales
Roy C,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Trip well organised, knowledgeable staff and crew boat was good and captained very good, we spotted Orca, humpback and sea lions
Pleasantly surprised to see the whales
BalsamBetsy,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00After boating out from harbor, about 50 minutes, we arrived in an area where we found the whales. Several other boats nearby. For the next hour we were entertained and amazed as we watched several whales spouting, swimming and diving. Our crew of Captain Jasper, Katie, Morgan, Heather and volunteer Stella were great. Instructions were given, beverages offered, information about whales continued during the trip. Better than expected! Looking forward to the photos that will be made available to us online. It was a grand tour!
Beautiful September day.
janicemR9828HS,
Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went out on a beautiful sunny day. The crew was so friendly and eager to answer questions. They offered hot drinks which were not very tasty. They brought us close to all whale sightings. Our favorite were seeing the sea lions near the light house. We also enjoyed that there were fewer people than some of the other boats that went out. It made the trip more personal and enjoyable.
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