Private Tour
Whale-Watching Tour from Vancouver
Overview
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While in Vancouver, don't miss the chance to take a whale-watching tour and spot Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, Porpoises, Seals, Eagles and other wildlife amid the stunning scenery of Canada’s southwest coast. Join your professional wildlife guide and board a first class, modern vessel for a 3- to 5-hour expedition, starting in the picturesque, historic fishing village of Steveston and traveling through the spectacular Gulf Islands and the Strait of Georgia.
The area is renowned for attracting whales, this tour enjoys a 98% sighting success rate. On your quest to find Orcas (Killer Whales) and Humpback Whales, you’ll have the opportunity to see the inhabitants of this diverse marine ecosystem, including bow riding Dall’s Porpoises, Sea Lions, Bald Eagles and Seals. Round-trip Shuttle from downtown Vancouver can be added for $21.00 per person (please call Vancouver Whale Watch to reserve your shuttle).
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Naturalist guide
Live commentary
Orca Ranger activity book (receive a special badge, become an Orca Ranger)
Bottled water
Yellow windbreaker jackets
Granola Bar
Restroom on board
Our whale guarantee (if we don't see whales, come back for free - does not expire, non-transferable)
What To Expect
Vancouver Whale Watch
This is our office where you can get information about our excursions, and also check in for your tour.
Options
2:00pm Tour
Whale Watching Tour departing from Richmond BC, check-in at 11:00 am
12:00pm Tour
Whale Watching Tour departing from Richmond BC, check-in at 11:00 am
9:00am Tour
9:00am Tour : Whale Watching Tour departing from Richmond BC, check-in at 8:00am
Reviews
1,533 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The crew was great, ...
David L,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00The crew was great, particularly the Naturalist James D. Besides communicating to the group as a whole, he went around to each individual guest to answer any questions and pass on additional information. Ride was comfortable, weather was perfect. We saw two pods of orcas, and a pair of humpback. Amazing how he and the photographer Rhiannon were able to identify individual whales by their markings!
Fun trip!
Justin R,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00We were able to see a humpback up close, seals and a pod of orcas. My wife and I had a great time. Would recommend!
A must do!
deb,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Expected to get wet from spray but did not! Saw a humpback whale and a small orca pod on the way back! Was awesome!
The Orcas don't care that...
Rosalind K,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
4.00The Orcas don't care that we're out there waiting for them to "show their stuff", but we did see lots of dorsal fins, (although the whales are pretty far off in the distance - not within your control. Neither is the fact that not one of the Orcas arched out of the water. ) But on the way home, we saw lots of harbour seals and plenty of corcorans. We loved being on the boat and OUR GUIDE WAS TERRIFIC!
Great people from...
Philip H,
Aug 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great people from starting with booking to heading home. The trip was excellent good sightings and informative commentary.
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