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Victoria Whale Watch Tour

Encounter majestic wildlife of the Salish Sea onboard our Ocean Cruiser departing from downtown Victoria's scenic inner harbour. No matter the time of day, be …More

4.9 (544)

Victoria Whale Watch Tour

Encounter majestic wildlife of the Salish Sea onboard our Ocean Cruiser departing from downtown Victoria's scenic inner harbour. No matter the time of day, be...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (544)
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$138
Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria

Join us for a thrilling whale watching experience on the Salish Sea aboard our 12-passenger open-air Zodiac vessels. These custom-built boats are designed for agility, …More

4.8 (393)

Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria

Join us for a thrilling whale watching experience on the Salish Sea aboard our 12-passenger open-air Zodiac vessels. These custom-built boats are designed for agility,...

3 hours 20 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (393)
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$140
Victoria Marine Wildlife Tour

Discover why British Columbia is one of the best places in the world to see whales and other marine wildlife on this 3-4+ hour tour …More

5.0 (390)

Victoria Marine Wildlife Tour

Discover why British Columbia is one of the best places in the world to see whales and other marine wildlife on this 3-4+ hour tour...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (390)
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$134
Victoria Semi Covered Sunset Whale-Watching Tour

Experience #1-rated, award-winning West Coast whale and wildlife watching tour as the sun sets on the Salish Sea. A special sunset tour travels straight to …More

5.0 (342)

Victoria Semi Covered Sunset Whale-Watching Tour

Experience #1-rated, award-winning West Coast whale and wildlife watching tour as the sun sets on the Salish Sea. A special sunset tour travels straight to...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (342)
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$146
Vancouver Island Half-Day Whale Watching Tour - Telegraph Cove

Cut through Johnstone Strait’s currents and navigate the Broughton archipelago aboard our semi-covered express cruiser - the Ocean Magic II, in search of native marine …More

4.9 (338)

Vancouver Island Half-Day Whale Watching Tour - Telegraph Cove

Cut through Johnstone Strait’s currents and navigate the Broughton archipelago aboard our semi-covered express cruiser - the Ocean Magic II, in search of native marine...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (338)
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$158
Victoria Bites and Sights Walking plus Ferry

Discover Victoria through its food, drinks and history on a walking tour combining the city's must-see sights with local flavours. Explore the Inner Harbour, Chinatown, …More

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4.9 (312)

Victoria Bites and Sights Walking plus Ferry

Discover Victoria through its food, drinks and history on a walking tour combining the city's must-see sights with local flavours. Explore the Inner Harbour, Chinatown,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (312)
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$72
Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac

Explore the beauty of the Salish Sea and Vancouver Island's rugged coastline onboard a Zodiac! This 3-hour whale watching tour is perfect for people who …More

4.9 (271)

Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac

Explore the beauty of the Salish Sea and Vancouver Island's rugged coastline onboard a Zodiac! This 3-hour whale watching tour is perfect for people who...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (271)
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$124
Winter Victoria Whale and Wildlife Zodiac Tour

Come aboard a 12-passenger zodiac to experience the wild west coast. Let the snow-capped mountains of the Olympic Peninsula be your guide to open the …More

4.9 (225)

Winter Victoria Whale and Wildlife Zodiac Tour

Come aboard a 12-passenger zodiac to experience the wild west coast. Let the snow-capped mountains of the Olympic Peninsula be your guide to open the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (225)
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$126
Zodiac Boat Whale and Wildlife 4-Hour Tour from Campbell River

This tour is perfect for those short on time but eager for an exciting, fast-paced ride. Your adventure begins at our Float House, where our …More

4.9 (137)

Zodiac Boat Whale and Wildlife 4-Hour Tour from Campbell River

This tour is perfect for those short on time but eager for an exciting, fast-paced ride. Your adventure begins at our Float House, where our...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (137)
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$204
Campbell River Bute Inlet Grizzly Watching Tour and Boat Ride

Your expedition begins with boarding your comfortable covered vessel, complete with a heated cabin and onboard washroom. The 2.5-hour journey to Bute Inlet is a …More

4.8 (119)

Campbell River Bute Inlet Grizzly Watching Tour and Boat Ride

Your expedition begins with boarding your comfortable covered vessel, complete with a heated cabin and onboard washroom. The 2.5-hour journey to Bute Inlet is a...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (119)
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$687
Vancouver Island: Full-Day Grizzly Bear Tour at Toba Inlet

Your expedition begins at our Campbell River marina, where you'll board our comfortable covered vessel, complete with a heated cabin and onboard washroom. The 2.5-hour …More

5.0 (89)

Vancouver Island: Full-Day Grizzly Bear Tour at Toba Inlet

Your expedition begins at our Campbell River marina, where you'll board our comfortable covered vessel, complete with a heated cabin and onboard washroom. The 2.5-hour...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (89)
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$669
Covered Boat Whale Watching 4-Hour Tour from Campbell River

Short on time but eager for an unforgettable wildlife experience? Our 4-hour tour is your perfect half-day introduction to the Salish Sea's rich marine life. …More

4.9 (81)

Covered Boat Whale Watching 4-Hour Tour from Campbell River

Short on time but eager for an unforgettable wildlife experience? Our 4-hour tour is your perfect half-day introduction to the Salish Sea's rich marine life....

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (81)
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$224
Ucluelet Harbour Tour

Hello Nature Tours is locally owned and operated by Kevin Bradshaw and Phill Padgham. We are located in the quaint fishing village of Ucluelet in …More

4.9 (70)

Ucluelet Harbour Tour

Hello Nature Tours is locally owned and operated by Kevin Bradshaw and Phill Padgham. We are located in the quaint fishing village of Ucluelet in...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (70)
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$80
Sea Otter and Whale Watching Tour on Northern Vancouver Island

Experience an exciting wilderness experiences rooted in the culturally rich territories of the Kwakwaka’wakw people. Hop aboard our rigid hull inflatable (RHIB) wildlife viewing boat …More

5.0 (70)

Sea Otter and Whale Watching Tour on Northern Vancouver Island

Experience an exciting wilderness experiences rooted in the culturally rich territories of the Kwakwaka’wakw people. Hop aboard our rigid hull inflatable (RHIB) wildlife viewing boat...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (70)
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$357
Victoria Harbour Kayak Tour

Enjoy front-row views of Victoria Harbour during this 2.5 hour guided kayaking tour. As you paddle, take in bustling scenes of ferries, seaplanes and yachts …More

5.0 (69)

Victoria Harbour Kayak Tour

Enjoy front-row views of Victoria Harbour during this 2.5 hour guided kayaking tour. As you paddle, take in bustling scenes of ferries, seaplanes and yachts...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (69)
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$77
Covered Boat Whale Watching 6-Hour Tour from Campbell River

Go deeper into the wild on our 6-hour whale watching tour, the perfect choice for a comfortable and comprehensive wildlife experience. Your adventure begins as …More

4.9 (66)

Covered Boat Whale Watching 6-Hour Tour from Campbell River

Go deeper into the wild on our 6-hour whale watching tour, the perfect choice for a comfortable and comprehensive wildlife experience. Your adventure begins as...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (66)
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$279
NEW Victoria Harbour Boat Tour with Live Tour Guide

Experience the tour that Victoria has been crying out for! We're thrilled to partner with the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority to bring you a wonderful …More

4.9 (57)

NEW Victoria Harbour Boat Tour with Live Tour Guide

Experience the tour that Victoria has been crying out for! We're thrilled to partner with the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority to bring you a wonderful...

45 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (57)
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$33
4 hr Into The Wild Whales & Wildlife Adventure

Booking with WWA ensures that you book with a local and sustainable carbon neutral, small business. Our guides have a diverse skillset with many years …More

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5.0 (51)

4 hr Into The Wild Whales & Wildlife Adventure

Booking with WWA ensures that you book with a local and sustainable carbon neutral, small business. Our guides have a diverse skillset with many years...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (51)
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$179
Zodiac Boat Whale and Wildlife 6-Hour Tour from Campbell River

Our 6-hour Zodiac tour offers an extended opportunity to explore the wild coast. You'll board our open-air Zodiac boat for an adventurous, close-to-the-water experience. With …More

4.9 (46)

Zodiac Boat Whale and Wildlife 6-Hour Tour from Campbell River

Our 6-hour Zodiac tour offers an extended opportunity to explore the wild coast. You'll board our open-air Zodiac boat for an adventurous, close-to-the-water experience. With...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (46)
from
$262
Vancouver Island: Half-Day Kayak Tour from Telegraph Cove

The tour route provides our guides with the opportunity to share their knowledge of the area, as well as interpret intertidal creatures and plants. If …More

5.0 (37)

Vancouver Island: Half-Day Kayak Tour from Telegraph Cove

The tour route provides our guides with the opportunity to share their knowledge of the area, as well as interpret intertidal creatures and plants. If...

5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (37)
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$138

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