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Victoria Whale & Wildlife Cruise: Guaranteed Sightings3.5-hour guided whale watching cruise on Vancouver Island's Salish Sea with certified naturalists, hotel pickup included, and a free return if whales aren't spotted.Thu–Sat · 10:00 and 14:30 · Season until 31 Oct · All ages★ 4.94 (2,404)3h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 210per person
Whale Watching Nanaimo: Zodiac Tour with Sighting GuaranteeWhale watching tour from Nanaimo through the Gulf Islands on a 12-passenger zodiac with a marine biologist guide: whale sightings guaranteed or your next trip is free.Thu–Sat · 10:00 · Season until 31 Oct · From age 5★ 4.90 (211)4hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 250per person
Victoria Whale Watching Tour: Salish Sea marine wildlifeThree-hour whale and wildlife tour from Victoria's Fisherman's Wharf. See orcas, humpbacks, seals and bald eagles with naturalists.Every day · 12:30 · All ages★ 4.96 (406)3h–4hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 184per person
Whale Watching Telegraph Cove: 3-Hour Johnstone Strait TourWhale watching tour from Telegraph Cove aboard the Ocean Magic II: cut through Johnstone Strait's currents and navigate the Broughton archipelago.Next departure: 15 May 2027 · All ages★ 4.84 (381)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 215per person
Victoria: Sunset Whale Watching Tour by CatamaranFeel the Salish Sea breeze on a Victoria sunset whale watching tour. Spot orcas with expert guides, fewer crowds, and a smooth catamaran ride. Includes gear & live commentary.Next departure: 15 Jun 2027 · All ages★ 4.95 (367)3h✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 200per person
Whale watching tour from Campbell River: Zodiac boatFeel the rush of the Salish Sea near Campbell River on a Zodiac boat, spot whales, sea lions, and dolphins with a naturalist guide. Includes gear and snack.Next departure: 1 Apr 2027 · From age 4★ 4.88 (161)4hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 257per person
Bute Inlet Grizzly Bear Watching Tour: Boat & Land ViewingWatch grizzly bears from viewing towers along the Orford River on this 2.5-hour marine crossing to Bute Inlet.Next departure: 1 Oct 2027 · From age 10★ 4.79 (124)8h–10hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 867per person
Grizzly Bear Viewing at Toba Inlet from Campbell RiverBoard a heated vessel at Campbell River marina for a full-day grizzly bear tour to remote Toba Inlet.Next departure: 1 Oct 2027 · From age 10★ 4.97 (93)8h–9hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 845per person
Campbell River: Covered Boat Whale Watching Tour 4hrFeel the ocean air on a covered whale watching tour from Campbell River. Spot humpbacks, seals, orcas with a local guide. Includes snacks, water, and heated cabin.Thu · 10:00 · Season until 31 Oct · All ages★ 4.76 (89)4hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 283per person
Ucluelet Harbour: Sea Kayak Tour & Wildlife SightingsHalf-day sea kayak tour in Ucluelet Harbour, Vancouver Island. Spot bears, eagles and deer. All equipment included, small groups, suitable for beginners.Next departure: 1 May 2027 · From age 5★ 4.82 (76)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 110per person
Whale Watching Tour from Campbell River: 6-Hour Covered BoatSix-hour whale watching tour from Campbell River on a heated covered boat with naturalist guide, lunch and hot beverages included.Next departure: 1 Apr 2027 · From age 4★ 4.88 (73)6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 384per person
Sea Otter and Whale Watching Tour on Northern Vancouver IslandSearch for sea otters, humpback whales and orcas from a fast RHIB boat off Port Hardy, with flotation suits, binoculars and lunch included. Children from age 10 welcome.Next departure: 30 May 2027 · From age 10★ 4.97 (73)5h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 488per person
Campbell River Zodiac Whale Watching 6-Hour TourSix-hour Zodiac boat tour from Campbell River searching for humpback whales, orcas, sea lions and dolphins with a naturalist guide. Includes floater suit.Next departure: 1 May 2027 · From age 4★ 4.81 (48)6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 358per person
Campbell River: Spring Bear Watching & Waterfall Boat TourSpring bear watching tour from Campbell River with waterfalls, sea lions, and wildlife. Heated cabin, lunch included, expert naturalist guide. Half-day fjord cruise.Next departure: 15 Apr 2027 · From age 4★ 4.95 (22)7hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 416per person
Private Boat Charter: Southern Gulf Islands from SidneyPrivate boat charter from Sidney for up to four hours exploring Salt Spring, Galiano, Saturna, Mayne and Pender Islands with captain and crew.Thu and Fri · 11:00 · Season until 30 Oct★ 5.00 (20)4hEN · DE✓ Instant confirmationfromCA$ 850per person
Hot Springs Cove Tour from Tofino: Boat Ride & Natural PoolsSix-hour tour from Tofino with boat ride, old-growth forest walk and two hours soaking in natural geothermal pools. Includes guide, wildlife viewing and land access fees.Every day · First departure 08:30, last 11:30★ 4.84 (19)6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 312per person
Zodiac Whale & Wildlife Tour from Campbell River: 7-8 HoursSearch for orcas and humpback whales on a seven to eight hour open-air Zodiac tour from Campbell River, complete with lunch and all necessary gear.Next departure: 15 May 2027 · From age 4★ 4.91 (32)7h–8hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 426per person
Kayaking Broken Group Islands: Wildlife and First Nations historyMeet at Ucluelet dock at 8am, boat to the Broken Group Islands, then paddle protected waters spotting eagles, whales and seals. Lunch on a sandy beach and return by 4pm.Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun · 08:00 · Ages 13–80★ 5.00 (17)8hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 480per person
Victoria Sunset Zodiac Whale Watching: Orcas & HumpbacksSearch for orcas and humpback whales from a 12-passenger Zodiac at sunset with an expert naturalist guide.Next departure: 19 Jul 2027 · From age 7★ 4.82 (11)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 184per person
Kayaking from Telegraph Cove: 2-hour guided paddlePaddle a 2-hour guided kayak tour from Telegraph Cove around Vancouver Island's islands and coves in stable double kayaks, spotting marine wildlife.Next departure: 1 Jul 2027 · From age 5★ 5.00 (7)2h✓ Free cancellationfromCA$ 125per person
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✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Whale & Wildlife Cruise: Guaranteed SightingsOur pick | CA$ 210 per person | 3h 30m | 4.94★ · 2,404 | Thu–Sat · 10:00 and 14:30 · Season until 31 Oct | English |
| Victoria Whale Watching Tour: Salish Sea marine wildlifeBest value | CA$ 184 per person | 3h–4h | 4.96★ · 406 | Every day · 12:30 | English |
| Grizzly Bear Viewing at Toba Inlet from Campbell RiverTop rated | CA$ 845 per person | 8h–9h | 4.97★ · 93 | Next departure: 1 Oct 2027 | English |
| Whale Watching Nanaimo: Zodiac Tour with Sighting Guarantee | CA$ 250 per person | 4h | 4.90★ · 211 | Thu–Sat · 10:00 · Season until 31 Oct | English |
| Whale Watching Telegraph Cove: 3-Hour Johnstone Strait Tour | CA$ 215 per person | 3h | 4.84★ · 381 | Next departure: 15 May 2027 | English |
| Victoria: Sunset Whale Watching Tour by Catamaran | CA$ 200 per person | 3h | 4.95★ · 367 | Next departure: 15 Jun 2027 | — |
| Whale watching tour from Campbell River: Zodiac boat | CA$ 257 per person | 4h | 4.88★ · 161 | Next departure: 1 Apr 2027 | English |
| Bute Inlet Grizzly Bear Watching Tour: Boat & Land Viewing | CA$ 867 per person | 8h–10h | 4.79★ · 124 | Next departure: 1 Oct 2027 | English |
| Campbell River: Covered Boat Whale Watching Tour 4hr | CA$ 283 per person | 4h | 4.76★ · 89 | Thu · 10:00 · Season until 31 Oct | English |
| Ucluelet Harbour: Sea Kayak Tour & Wildlife Sightings | CA$ 110 per person | 3h | 4.82★ · 76 | Next departure: 1 May 2027 | English |
| Whale Watching Tour from Campbell River: 6-Hour Covered Boat | CA$ 384 per person | 6h | 4.88★ · 73 | Next departure: 1 Apr 2027 | English |
| Sea Otter and Whale Watching Tour on Northern Vancouver Island | CA$ 488 per person | 5h 30m | 4.97★ · 73 | Next departure: 30 May 2027 | English |
Boat Tour Vancouver Island at a glance
- Our pick: Victoria Whale & Wildlife Cruise: Guaranteed Sightings, CA$ 210 (3h 30m, 4.94★ · 2,404).
- Best value: Victoria Whale Watching Tour: Salish Sea marine wildlife, CA$ 184 (3h–4h, 4.96★ · 406).
- Top rated: Grizzly Bear Viewing at Toba Inlet from Campbell River, CA$ 845 (8h–9h, 4.97★ · 93).
Real price per person across the 20 options: CA$ 110–CA$ 867 (median CA$ 283). With 100+ reviews: 7 of 20.
Of the 20 options: 19 with free cancellation, 17 with instant confirmation, 15 kid-friendly, 1 private and 13 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.