Canada · WHALE WATCHING
Two coasts, two entirely different animals: orca and humpbacks out of Vancouver and Victoria, belugas and fin whales where the Saguenay meets the St Lawrence. The 15 below compare boat type, season and how long you actually spend on the water.
Review of Vancouver’s half-day whale-watching cruise, with catamaran comfort, naturalist guides, free wildlife photos, tips, and honest value advice.
“very knowledgeable staff shame they were not fully appreciated at the end of the trip.what more people expect i cannot imagine maybe none of them work in a service industry,wish i lived nearby i would go 2/3 times a year”
Ride a Zodiac from Tadoussac or Baie-Sainte-Catherine to spot whales, belugas, seals, and fjord cliffs with bilingual naturalists.
“The Zodiac whale watching tour was everything we hoped for. The weather was not that great and the company offered an alternative choice if we felt that it would be too cold or choppy on the water for us. We appreciated that offer but we stuck with the zodiac boat. It was cold and wet but we were prepared for it and enjoyed the experience. We saw many types of whales and the guide was very informative and helpful with identifying them and educating us about them. I would go on this trip again and recommend it to anyone who is interested in t this kind of activity.”
Review of Vancouver’s covered whale-watching catamaran, with orcas, humpbacks, free photos, warm drinks, expert guides, and sunset tours.
“I took the tour at 2:30 pm and it was AMAZING best thing to do in vancouver for sure. We saw groups of orcas, a humpback whale and sea lions. The pictures sent by the crew are beautiful.”
Review of Victoria’s 3.5-hour whale-watching cruise, with orcas, humpbacks, heated cabins, naturalist guides, photos, and practical tips.
“The tour was good. The staff would explain about the different sea life. The tour left the dock on time and returned on time.”
Review of AML Cruises’ 3-hour Tadoussac whale watching tour, with boat details, wildlife, fjord views, costs, tips, and booking advice.
“VIP experience was great! Awesome service, a nice quiet place with mature adults to view the whales. Only one set of stairs up. Decent for small mobility issues. We saw a Minke and a Fin whale, guides were great!”
Review of Victoria’s 3.5-hour Eagle Wing whale and wildlife cruise, with orca sightings, expert guides, boat tips, pricing, and booking advice.
“Great trip. We saw Orcas, humpbacks,harbor seals, sea lions, California seals and a bald eagle!! The captain knew where to to find the animals.”
Review of Vancouver Whale Watch from Steveston, with orcas, humpbacks, seals, scenery, transport tips, value, and practical advice.
“It was an amazing experience and the group size was not to big. Perfect to be able to take pictures and video of the whales. We were the only boat in the area; which was nice.”
Review of Victoria’s 3-hour Zodiac whale tour, with orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, practical tips, costs, safety, and booking advice.
“Loved it. Very fast Zodiac! Extremely knowledgeable Captain. Saw lots of beautiful Orcas, Humpbacks, seals, and otters. Thankful for the warm suits they gave us to wear.”
Review of Quebec City’s 11-hour whale watching trip, with boat or Zodiac choices, Charlevoix scenery, costs, food tips, and practical advice.
“We had a perfect weather day for our whale watching experience and were very lucky to see quite a few minke whales as well as hump back and balugar. Some seals too! What a pleasure, and I was glad that we chose to go in a zodiac. The only criticism I have is that the guide chose to speak for a long time in French and by the time she got to translate her musings into English I'm sure she'd forgotten half of what she had said.”
Cruise from St. John’s to Witless Bay for puffins, whales, icebergs, seabirds, local stories, and a lively Newfoundland welcome.
“Took my husband for his birthday. This was truly an amazing experience and one to remember. The captain and his crew were amazing, helpful, funny and full of information. Definitely would recommend getting screeched on this catamaran with the other passengers. This trip is a must!”
Review Vancouver’s small-group whale-watching tour from Granville Island, with orcas, humpbacks, marine guides, zodiac boats, and practical tips.
“Wild Whales provided a unique opportunity to explore the waters of Vancouver to find pods of whales, and experience sea life in its natural environment. We were able to see a pod of Orca and a pod of Humpback on our excursion. We also saw Porpoise and Harbor Seals. It was quite an adventure.”
Review of Victoria’s 3-hour Zodiac whale-watching tour, with orcas, humpbacks, seals, practical tips, price advice, and what to expect.
“Fantastic trip - Phoenix was extremely knowledgeable about the local area and the wildlife and their habitat PLUS he found us several humpback whales to watch and marvel at. Also loved the “edginess” of being in a rib.”
Cruise from Bay Bulls to Witless Bay Reserve for puffins, seabirds, whales, and local stories on a lively two-hour Newfoundland boat tour.
“We were so lucky to see minke whales before we even really took off! And after that, it was a party on the boat with live music, informative (and funny) commentary, some fishing, drinks, and screeching. The staff were so amazing, from the captain to the bartender, we all enjoyed the experience. HIGHLY recommend.”
Review of Victoria’s covered whale watching tour, with warm seating, open-air views, expert guides, wildlife tips, pricing, and practical advice.
“Please bring gloves hat an a coat. It was so cold. They should definitely tell u when u book the trip. But so worth.”
Review of Victoria’s SpringTide whale watch tour, with orcas, humpbacks, marine naturalists, boat comfort, pricing, and practical tips.
“We had an amazing experience on board the Springtide, watching humpback whales jump and dive. What a spectacular sight!! Katie was our extremely knowledgeable guide. Not only did she know and understand the individual whales, but she also provided history and information on the critical role of whales in the oceans and the important role humans have in preserving their habitat. I wish every person could see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat. Thank you Katie and Jasper (our Captain).”
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