If youre a sports fan, prince of whales whale watching in victoria is the place you want to be. Travelers to victoria have a number of whale watching tour options that offer the chance to view whales in their natural habitat. Avoid the crowds and travel straight to the whales on this 3hour whale watching cruise and return to victorias inner harbor as the sun is setting. The perfect place to take the kids, this club wont cost you a sitter. Cruise the salish sea and get acquainted with a vast array of wildlife on board a 3hour covered or zodiac vessel whale watching tour followed by a panoramic seaplane tour 30 minutes in length with 20 minute flight time that includes spectacular vistas of downtown victoria, the. Make multiple wildlife stops and enjoy worldclass interpretation and personalized service from your naturalist guide and expert crew. This is an amazing company definitely the one to choose very environmentally conscious and puts back into research etc.
Whether you want to commit to a half day, or full day whale watching tour, the range of whale watching options available in hervey bay is amazing. With over 70 whales belonging to these families, transient orcas, and humpback whales youll have plenty of opportunities for an encounter with these magnificent creatures. No matter what youre hungry for, the menu at this club promises the perfect dish for you. Whale watching may seem expensive due to current high fuel prices, but it is an educational experience that brings you into the reality of life as a whale. Download wild about whales and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad and ipod. Get up close and personal with a variety of marine life off of the coast of vancouver island with an exhilarating whale watching tour that departs from victoria s inner harbour. Whale watching packages and fees springtide whale watching.
Whale watching catamaran adventure victoria expedia. Victoria whale watching tours sea king adventures inc. Southern right whales and blue whales can be seen off victoria s coastline, just a day trip from melbourne in warrnambool and portland, from june to october each year. Find special promotions and package deals to help plan your next visit to victoria. There are many people, including locals, who enjoy the opportunity to experience whale watching in victoria. Whale watching, nature and wildlife, victoria, australia. Prince of whales whale watching black ball ferry line.
The whale spends the summer and a few fall months in the arctic waters before heading south. Victoria grocery flyer specials browse the latest weekly grocery flyer sales in victoria below. Whale watching tours from vancouver island tourism victoria. Victoria, bc is the best place on earth to view whales in the wild. Whale watching deal on groupon victoria forum tripadvisor. Hervey bay whale watching has become a signature activity for tourists visiting the region, as it is one of the best locations to view the humpback whales on their annual migrations. In charming british victoria, maybe go whale watching or marvel at worldfamous butchart gardens. Get great deals on hotel rates by booking a package including accommodation and return ferry crossings try searching now. Could ask tour companies to add to the database of sightings. Immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of the pacific ocean and experience the worlds best location to view whales in the wild on a 3hour watching tour from victoria, british co. Prince of whales adventures bcs best whale watching. All of our vessels are custom made by titan marine and hand designed by the owner of the bc whale tours, harold. Majestic mammals and marine wildlife abound in the waters surrounding victoria, including the orca, or killer whale, and gray, humpback, and minke whales. Victoria is the perfect destination for an easy overnight getaway from seattle, solo adventure or family vacation.
Book a minimum 2 night bc ferries vacations package and receive your whalewatching tour with orca spirit adventures at 50% off. If this does occur we have a whale guarantee program, which means that if you do not see whales on your first trip with us then you will receive a 20% cash refund and free trip via standby on your next adventure with us. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time on the water with us. From the commencement of our tour you will see the snow crowned olympic mountains virtually soar from the sea bed.
Check out the offers below and save while visiting. Valid for stays that are booked and actualized in january. Prince of whales excursions take passengers on a wildlife cruise up to 100km in length in search of killer whales, humpback whales. April to october join our comfortable 61 ft covered.
If youre coming from vancouver, springtide is pleased to arrange one of several convenient transportation packages for you. What is available in victoria for christmas lights and decorations. Prince of whales excursions take passengers on a wildlife cruise up to 100km in length in search of killer whales, humpback whales, minke whales and sometimes even gray. It sounds like you had incredible encounters with both killer whales and humpback whales and with other local marine wildlife.
Offer valid for bookings made before july 21, 2014 and travel prior to september 7, 2014. Orcas, humpback, minke and gray whales are in their natural habitat on this exciting 3hour whale watching tour. Hervey bay whale watching deals 2020 experience oz. Take an exhilarating boat ride in search of an array of whales such as grey whales, orcas and minke whales plus other marine wildlife in victoria. Brochure downloads information centres getting here transport touring. Pink is a college girls mustshop destination for the cutest bras, panties, swim and loungewear. During this fast moving crisis and after some time and thoughtful consideration vancouver whale watch has suspended tours until may 15th. Five star whale watching is the fairmont empress hotel inhouse whale watching company, and as a guest of the hotel we have a special offer for you. Prince of whales whale watching victoria, bc groupon.
And a globus canadian rockies tour through western canada also includes unique experiences and encounters youll never forgetlike a special breakfast at the squamish lilwat cultural centre in whistler or a special riverside bbq ws. Two hour whale watching adventure on sydneys beautiful harbour. Prince of whales whale watching victoria 2020 all you. Around mid to late fall, the whales start their 5000mile journey south to baja california. Victoria whale watching packages and deals eagle wing tours.
If reserving on line please use the promotion code emp1. Get great deals on hotel rates by booking a package including accommodation and return ferry crossings. Departing from downtown victoria aboard a 12passenger openair zodiacstyle boat, this adventure will take you on a 33. Victoria whale watch if are visiting victoria, you should consider embarking on a whale watching tour, which sails out into the bays and harbors around victoria to spot these massive sea mammals.
There are three orca pods totaling over 80 whales in victoria s waters alone. Enjoy two favorite victoria tours in a single day with this greatvalue combo package. Packages include complete roundtrip transportation from vancouver, plus an exciting threehour whale watching tour on your choice of springtides 61. Travel along victoria s spectacular southern coastline and watch humpback whales, southern right whales, blue whales and orcas as they make their annual pilgrimage from the feeding grounds of antarctica to give birth and raise their calves in australias warmer waters. Parking is plentiful, so visitors can feel free to bring their vehicles. As victoria s first whale watching tour operator to become a proud business member of 1% for the planet, we are asked to contribute one. Prince of whales is focused on sharing the beautiful and breathtaking coastal waters of british columbia, its vibrant wildlife, and its rich history.
As victorias first whale watching tour operator to become a proud business member of 1% for the planet, we are asked to contribute one percent of our gross revenues to nonprofit groups dedicated to the pursuit of sustainability and environmental protection. Choose from either our covered or open boat tour options, both with on board washrooms. We are a member of the pacific whale watch association and have pioneered responsible whale watching practises. Bc whale tours victoria aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich. Since whales travel close to the coast, many people enjoy going out on boats to view them. There is also a very good chance of sighting humpback, minke and gray whales. Whilst were excited that now we can give you great deals 247,this means we havent got some parts of the country up and running quite yet. Voyage into the open waters of the northern pacific on a 3. Whale watching 2020 where, with whom and which boat. Two bays whale project, phillip island whale watchers, and wildlife coast cruises. Get up close and personal with a variety of marine life off of the coast of vancouver island with an exhilarating whale watching tour that departs from victorias inner harbour. Whether you choose a naturalistled, marine ecologythemed boat cruise, a tour that combines whale watching with a trip to butchart gardens, or a seaplane tour that drops you off at a ship for whale watching, youre sure to remember your experience. Choose between the orca spirit, a 50 ft covered vessel or a custombuilt zodiac boat that offers high speed with extraordinary stability giving you an exciting, safe and intimate whale watching experience.
Travel along victorias spectacular southern coastline and watch humpback whales, southern right whales, blue whales and orcas as they make their annual pilgrimage from the feeding grounds of antarctica to give birth and raise their calves in australias warmer waters. Call or click to make a reservation now and mention you are staying at the empress hotel to get a special rate. You will travel on board in the comfort of a covered vessel with onboard bathrooms, complimentary hot drinks, snacks available for purchase, certified marine biologists, and indoo. Other aquatic neighbours include sea lions, seals, porpoise and many marine birds. Please note, this date is tentative as this global issue is evolving and we are adjusting daily with new information. Looking forward to see whales around phillip island but youre not sure where to. We walked to the harbor and decided last minute to book a whale watching tour with a company that we found while walking, orca spirit, it was the best tour i. Each vessel has a private washroom and has a maximum capacity of 12 guests per trip.
Victoria companies offer the thrill of a zodiac or scarab tour or the smoother, more comfortable ride of larger covered catamarans and purpose built covered boats with their onboard naturalists who are educated about local species and geography. Whale sightings in the area are often posted on several facebook pages. We hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in victoria. Regulations used in the salish sea hold operators to the highest standards in the world and strict guidelines are enforced. Eagle wing tours is proud to be canadas first 100% carbon neutral whale watching company, and was rated one of the top sustainable businesses in canada by the tiac. On this tour we will see a diverse selection of birds, seals, sea lions and playful porpoises. Our company utilizes stateoftheart, custom designed, locally built vessels that are leading in the industry for safety. Explore the bright lights adorning the parliament buildings or saunter through. The most common species sighted are the humpback and the orca.
This cruise is covered by the whale guarantee program whale sightings are guaranteed during peak season. Excellent trip on the smaller open boatteenage boys loved the speed and excitement of the journey almost as much as seeing four killer whales and a humpbackgreat trip with a knowledgeable skipper who was dete. Choose your victoria whale watching adventure just a short cruise from downtown victoria, an ocean wilderness awaits. Day whale watching tours in victoria, bc eagle wing tours. From our downtown departure locations, we offer industryleading whale watching tours in vancouver, victoria, telegraph cove, and seattle.
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