Victoria Sunset Whale-Watching Cruise
Overview
Marvel at Canada’s west coast wildlife on this 3-hour sunset whale watching cruise with Eagle Wing Tours at Victoria’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Hop aboard a comfortable semi-covered or open boat and help support Eagle Wing’s many conservation, education and research activities! Let certified and knowledgeable naturalists be your guides to the stunning wildlife and natural history of the Salish Sea. Whales are guaranteed or you come back for free! As the sun sinks to the horizon, cruise back into Victoria’s scenic inner harbour and enjoy the twinkling lights of British Columbia’s capital city!
What's Included
- $6 Wildlife fee included in price
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Live commentary on board
- Fuel surcharge
- Local guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
1 Dallas Road
Victoria, BC V8V 0B2, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Enjoy Victoria’s #1-rated, award-winning west coast whale and wildlife watching tour on our custom-built, high-performance open boats or one of our semi-covered catamarans. Enjoy your day with an enriching and inspiring nature-viewing experience. Guaranteed whales and adventure!
The Boat: The vessel(s) for this tour will be one or both of our High-Performance Open Scarab/catamaran style vessels. Our guests love the mix of luxury, style, smooth and comfort! All our vessels feature onboard restrooms. We provide you with complementary jackets, blankets, sunglasses, toques, gloves, and sunscreen. The Open boat provides a safe and exciting marine adventure suitable for both the young and the young at heart!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- At the time of booking a tour please inform of us health issues, medical conditions and if you are pregnant.
- We recommend expectant mothers and those with pre-existing health and medical conditions to travel on our larger vessels (semi-covered vessels)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Washrooms are available on board for your convenience
- Semi-covered vessels only are wheelchair & stroller accessible
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-6974P5
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Average 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 353 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Victoria Sunset Whale-Watching Cruise. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- $6 Wildlife fee included in price.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- Live commentary on board.
- Fuel surcharge.
- Local guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Victoria Sunset Whale-Watching Cruise is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- At the time of booking a tour please inform of us health issues, medical conditions and if you are pregnant.
- We recommend expectant mothers and those with pre-existing health and medical conditions to travel on our larger vessels (semi-covered vessels)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Victoria Sunset Whale-Watching Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- $6 Wildlife fee included in price
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Live commentary on board
- Fuel surcharge
- Local guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- At the time of booking a tour please inform of us health issues, medical conditions and if you are pregnant.
- We recommend expectant mothers and those with pre-existing health and medical conditions to travel on our larger vessels (semi-covered vessels)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Washrooms are available on board for your convenience
- Semi-covered vessels only are wheelchair & stroller accessible
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
