fbpx

    • Wildlife Viewing on Vancouver Island

    Whale Watching has become one of the most popular attractions on Vancouver Island.

    Vancouver Island is home to unique micro-climates and ecosystems that allow local wildlife to flourish. See our resident pods in action while enjoying the views of the city and the Olympic Mountains from your guided boat. Whale watching is a truly unique BC experience.

    Whale Watching Near Victoria

    Working with the largest whale watching and eco-adventure company in British Columbia, Prince of Whales, you are guaranteed to have a premier wildlife viewing experience. With a large fleet of 7 rigid-hulled inflatable Zodiacs and 2 Ocean Magic semi-covered vessels, they offer a wide range of tours including 3-hour whale watching departing hourly on-demand, whale watching to The Butchart Gardens, and whale watching connections to and from downtown Vancouver. On these tours, you have a great chance see Orcas, Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, & Grey Whales, among other marine mammals such as Porpoises and Sea Lions.

    Whale Watching Near Campbell River

    Discovery Passage and the surrounding islands is one of the dynamic inland coastal environments in British Columbia and home to some of the most spectacular, diverse wildlife in the world. Join Campbell River Whale Watching for an experience of a lifetime to explore the waters, shoreline, and intriguing history that Discovery Passage has to offer.

    Prince Of Whales - Whale Watching Victoria BC

    If you are looking for adventure, the zodiac is the way to go.

    With only 12 passengers, this is an intimate tour narrated by your skipper that will have you bouncing along the coastline in true West Coast fashion. However, if you are looking for a more leisurely experience while still spending the same amount of time with the animals, the purpose-built semi-covered vessels are the perfect alternative. With two washrooms on board, a snack bar, and 3 different viewing platforms, it is a “one size fits all” kind of vessel that will get you to the whales in the same amount of time as a Zodiac.

    Visit Prince Of Whales

    Campbell River Whale Watching

    Experience Humpback Whales, Orcas, Pacific White-Sided Dolphins, Bears, and other marine mammals throughout Discovery Passage and the surrounding islands.

    As Campbell River’s largest tour operator, Campbell River Whale Watching offers excursions on and off the water. With a spacious 14-passenger van, they offer Guided Hikes, Winery, Distillery, and Brewery tours. They also have 6 marine vessels that include Zodiacs and Covered boats, something for all comfort levels!

    Grizzly, Whale, and Wildlife tours are available ranging from 4 hours to a full day where you can expect to see Humpback Whales, Orca, Dolphins, Porpoise, Eagles, Sea Lions, Black Bears, and Grizzly Bears!

    Campbell River Whale Watching is the only company on Northern Vancouver Island that is Carbon Neutral and protecting the environment is something they deeply care about. For every guest that joins them, 1 square metre of old-growth forest is protected. Join Campbell River Whale Watching to create memories that last a lifetime! Boasting more than 6 consecutive years with a certificate of excellence, you can expect to have a fantastic experience with Campbell River Whale Watching!

    Visit Campbell River Whale Watching

    Beachcombing

    Our Top Picks…

    1. French Beach Provincial Park. Located at the South end of the Island just west of Victoria in Sooke, this 59 hectare park is a great spot for walking along the beach and possibly seeing some whales from shore. Other wildlife you may see will be otters, seals and Bald Eagles. There is plenty of parking and an adventure playground for the children. The park is open from May to September.
    2. Parksville Beach and Rathtrevor Beach in Parksville.

    Scuba Diving

    Explore some of the world’s best scuba diving, just blocks from downtown. Marine life is abundant in the lush kelp beds. Hundreds of species of fish, otters, seals, octopi and sea floor dwellers are all just breaths away as you enter another world in the wild Pacific waters. This is one of the stops on every divers must dive list.

    The artificial reef society has been busy sinking former navy vessels in the area to provide new areas of exploration. If you wish to do some diving while you are here, let our reservations agent know and we can get you the information you need.

    Bird Watching

    Birders will want to make the trip over to the Esquimalt Lagoon Migratory Bird Sanctuary located adjacent to the Fisgard Lighthouse and Ft. Rodd Hill. Cuthbert Holmes Park is another spot which is frequented by a large variety of our fine feathered friends including the Great Blue Heron.
    Swan Lake also provides bird watchers with some satisfying moments. Check with us at the Guest Services Desk for more information.

    This (Bear Mountain Resort – Mountain Course, on the Vancouver Island Golf Trail) is my new favourite golf course – I just love the layout. It’s really one of the prettiest golf courses I’ve played in my life, I’ll come back here on vacation, it’s that good.

    Scott McCarron, PGA TOUR Champion

    I always treat golf courses as how many poor holes there are. This (Bear Mountain Resort – Mountain Course, on the Vancouver Island Golf Trail) is a very good one. There’s not one poor hole on this golf course.

    Colin Montgomerie, PGA TOUR Champion

    Great job on the initial booking and subsequent changes requested. Easy check-in at the golf courses and the hotel made the trip hassle-free. Nice touch with the driving directions and discounts at recommended food and beverage establishments. Will definitely recommend your service to friends and business associates.

    Vancouver Guest, Corporate Golf Outing

    Terrific trip: well presented website, knowledgeable staff, and the golf and accommodation were second to none.

    Couples Golf Trip

    We will make this trip an annual April vacation. We will definitely book with Golf Vancouver Island again in 2017!

    Annual Couples Golf Trip

    Very much enjoyed our trip and staff were great to deal with - we'll be booking more trips through Golf Vancouver Island in the future.

    Buddies Trip Golf Package

    Wonderful trip, well planned and organized. Fantastic golf. Wish we stayed longer.

    Buddies Golf Trip

    I have used Golf Vancouver Island a number of times and have found them very helpful and professional. Everyone in our group had a great time, the courses and accommodation were first class.

    Repeat Customer, Buddies Golf Trip

    Staff did an amazing job! So easy to work with. I am already looking to book another trip next year, making this an annual event.

    Annual Buddies Golf Trip

    Personalized, quick response, good customer service and reasonable price. Overall experience was great.

    Couples Golf Trip

    TESTIMONIALS

    Hear what others are saying