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11 Whale Watching in Campbell River That Survive the Shortlist

11 tours  ·  from $147 a head

Canadian seasons decide more than budget does. These 11 whale watching in Campbell River come with their running months, their prices and the practical detail that changes the answer.

Campbell River: Whale & Wildlife Discovery Cruise - Choosing between the covered boat and the zodiac
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Campbell River: Whale & Wildlife Discovery Cruise

1.Campbell River: Whale & Wildlife Discovery Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 143 reviews · 4 hours · from $175Our pick

Review of Campbell River’s four-hour whale cruise, with orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, guides, vessel choices, price, and practical tips.

“Beautiful day on the water! Jarek was a great tour guide and worked well with the other guides in the area communicating with them and us at the same time to find two separate pods of orcas which we followed for a half hour each from a respectful distance. We later found a humpback with her calf and a stellar sea lion colony surrounded by bald eagles! His respect for their territory and keeping 200 yards away from them (mandatory regulation) kept us within view of them without feeling like we were disturbing their activity. I would highly recommend bringing the longest lens you have on your camera. Cell phone…”

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Campbell River: 4 Hour Whale & Wildlife Zodiac Boat Tour - Through Discovery Passage between Vancouver Island and Quadra Island
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Campbell River: 4 Hour Whale & Wildlife Zodiac Boat Tour

Campbell River: Salish Sea Whale Watching Adventure - Cruising the Discovery Island waterways
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Campbell River: Salish Sea Whale Watching Adventure

3.Campbell River: Salish Sea Whale Watching Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 64 reviews · 4 hours · from $200

Review of Campbell River’s 4-hour Salish Sea whale tour, with Indigenous guides, heated boats, wildlife tips, pricing, and practical advice.

“Ein tolles Erlebnis. Kaum draußen, sprang der erste Buckelwale in voller Pracht aus dem Wasser. Auch die weiteren Sichtungen waren gut. Besonders Buckelwalen. Orcas sind ebenfalls im gebührenden Abstand zu sehen. Der Skipper kennt die Plätze und tauscht sich mit anderen aus. Unser Guide hatte sich allerdings gerne in vorderste Reihe gesetzt oder gestellt und so Sicht genommen. Auch ihre Erläuterungen gab es nicht so wie erwartet.”

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Campbell River: 6-Hour Whale Watching Boat Tour - Starting at the Floathouse
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Campbell River: 6-Hour Whale Watching Boat Tour

Campbell River: 6 Hour Zodiac Whale Watching Tour w/ Lunch - The first run through Discovery Passage
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Campbell River: 6 Hour Zodiac Whale Watching Tour w/ Lunch

Campbell River: Whale Watching and Wildlife Viewing Day Tour - Choosing between the covered boat and the Zodiac
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Campbell River: Whale Watching and Wildlife Viewing Day Tour

6.Campbell River: Whale Watching and Wildlife Viewing Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 23 reviews · 8 hours · from $291

Review of Campbell River’s 8-hour whale watching tour, with orcas, humpbacks, bears, lunch, expert guides, and covered or Zodiac boats.

“Our Australian guide, I think his name was Brad, was fantastic. He was so patient and knowledgeable and clearly loved the environment. We saw Orca, humpbacks, harbour seals, seal lions catching fish, mink, eagles and eaglets. We stopped at a beautiful little place where a very nice lunch was provided, along with hot and cold drinks and a highlight was a little humming bird feeding there. I would highly recommend this trip. Take a woolly hat, as although temperatures are high, the sea spray and breeze are very cold on the ears and having the hood of the float suit up stops you turning your head and also catches the…”

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Campbell River: Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch - A six-hour route built for more than a quick whale sighting
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Campbell River: Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch

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Campbell River: 4 Hour Whale & Wildlife Tour

8.Campbell River: 4 Hour Whale & Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $147Best value

Review of Campbell River’s four-hour zodiac whale tour, with orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, hydrophone listening, tips, value, and practical details.

“Very good-the tour was excellent-the Captain Jen was very knowledgeable, and efficient in taking us to sightings of Humpback whales, Dolphins, Porpoise, Eagle nests, kelp beds and pointed out several bird species-very much enjoyed.”

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Campbell River: 6 Hour Covered Whale Watching Tour w/ Lunch - Covered Comfort on the Discovery Passage
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Campbell River: 6 Hour Covered Whale Watching Tour w/ Lunch

9.Campbell River: 6 Hour Covered Whale Watching Tour w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 11 reviews · 6 hours · from $275

Review of Campbell River’s six-hour covered whale-watching tour, with lunch, hydrophone, expert guides, wildlife sightings, and practical booking tips.

“Unfortunately due to mechanism issues, the tour had to be cancelled. The operators gave good notice and came with alternate tour suggestions. However, with the tour being cancelled, I am waiting for my refund, which I hope will happen on the next business day. Hopefully on Monday, one week after the tour was cancelled. Please respond.”

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Campbell River: Kayaking and Whale Watching Tour - Starting at Discovery Harbour Marina
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Campbell River: Kayaking and Whale Watching Tour

10.Campbell River: Kayaking and Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8 reviews · from $360

Spend a full day near Campbell River kayaking remote coves and watching humpbacks, orcas, bears, and more for $360.

“Fantastic company Laura and Stephen were great guides took us to some amazing remote locations . Saw many humpbacks and even lucky enough to see two of them breaching .very organised and delicious packed lunch onboard .”

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Vancouver Island: People Water Land - Indigenous & Whales - Inside the covered boat and outside on the Salish Sea
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Vancouver Island: People Water Land – Indigenous & Whales

11.Vancouver Island: People Water Land – Indigenous & Whales

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8 reviews · 5 hours · from $272

Review of Vancouver Island’s People Water Land tour, combining Homalco culture, whale watching, lunch, and a visit to Aupe for $272.

“Ron, our skipper, and Janet, our guide, did an amazing job on our People, Water, and Land Campbell River Tour. We started the morning meeting up at the tour office and gift store right on the dock at the marina. Coffee was available and we enjoyed getting to know our fellow tour passengers. Soon, Janet came in and led us to the boat. On board, Ron gave us a thorough safety briefing and let us know what to expect aboard. We got underway right on time, leaving Campbell River and heading north around Quadra Island. We soon had our first sighting, a pod of white sided dolphins off in the…”

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