Half-Day Whale Watching, Victoria

Experience the majesty of the Salish Sea and its wildlife, from whales surfacing in unison to bald eagles soaring overhead. Cut through the Strait of Juan de Fuca’s currents in search of orcas and humpback whales, and listen to our marine mammal experts bring the animals’ stories to life (while you stay warm, dry and hydrated in its heated cabin, of course!) The quintessential whale watching experience for every adventurer.

Our midday adventure is a 3-4 hour fully-guided whale watching & wildlife viewing tour departing from Downtown Victoria on Salish Sea Eclipse - a high-speed, luxury, custom-built catamaran.  

CHECK-IN: 30 min prior to departure

LOCATION: 812 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3

DURATION: 3-4 Hrs

DEPARTURE TIME: 

• May 1st - Sept 7th: 12:30 Daily
• Sept 8th - 21st 11:30 Daily
• Sept 22nd - Nov 2nd 12:30 Daily

Check-in/Meeting Point:

Please check-in 30 minutes prior to departure time at Prince of Whales Whale Watching located below the Visitor Information Centre in the Inner Harbour (812 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3). The boat will not be held for late passengers. You do not need to print this email - we will have your name on our guest list for the adventure.

What to Bring:

It gets cold out on the water (trust us!), so we recommend windbreaker jackets, sweaters, long pants and closed-toe shoes. It’s also a good idea to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a tight-fitting hat, a camera and binoculars to capture some memorable moments,  and, above all, your sense of adventure!

Onboard snacks are available for purchase ALSO complimentary hot cocoa, water, tea & coffee are available.

Whale Sighting Guarantee:

If you don't see any whales, you are welcome to join us for another tour. When you redeem your Whale Sightings Guarantee, the base fare/rate is complimentary. Fees and taxes still apply. Please note that these fees go directly towards our conservation and carbon offset programs; we are proud to be a leader in sustainable whale watching, and it would not be possible without the contributions and efforts from our wonderful guests (you!). 

• The perfect viewing platform
• Year-round Whale Sighting Guarantee
• Free photo package
• 360 degree panoramic views
• Hot drinks