8 Sunset Whale Watching in Canada to Build a Morning Around

1.Vancouver Sunset Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 454 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193Our pick

Set out from Granville Island aboard a 95-passenger Salish Sea catamaran with naturalists such as Jill, Ashley, and Victor. Search for orcas and humpbacks, spot seals and eagles, enjoy hot drinks, and receive free wildlife photos by email. The trip usually lasts three to five hours.

“We had such a beautiful night on the sunset cruise! Seeing three orcas surface at the same time is a moment I will never forget. Plus we saw humpback whales as well. This was a very special night!”

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2.Victoria Sunset Whale-Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $138

Cruise from Victoria with Eagle Wing Whale Watching Tours for about three hours aboard a fast open boat or semi-covered catamaran. A certified naturalist helps you spot orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, otters, and birds, then you return beneath Victoria’s evening lights.

“Good time; boat ride was smooth and fast, we got our whales in no time because of the good conditions.”

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3.Sunset Whale and Wildlife Adventure in Cowichan Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $159

From Cowichan Bay, you spend about four hours searching for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, eagles, and other wildlife as evening light settles over the Salish Sea. A captain-naturalist such as Kate, Andi, or Taz leads the trip. Floatation suits keep you warm and safe.

“Our skipper Andi really knew her stuff. We had a smashing trip - and it was great to be the only boat around. We wanted to see some humpback whales. We certainly did that and enjoyed being able to hang around undisturbed and watch them do their thing”

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4.Victoria: Sunset Whale Watching Tour on an Open Scarab Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 3 hours · from $128Best value

Set out from Victoria after dinner on an open Scarab boat with a naturalist guide such as Captain Pete, Evan, Carol, or Chrystelle. Watch for orcas, whales, seals, eagles, and other wildlife as the sun drops, with parkas, blankets, washrooms, hotel transfers, and a possible hot chocolate waiting at the end.

“Tolle Guidin, die alle Fragen beantworten konnte. Super Erlebnis zum Sonnenuntergang! Haben Orcas, Adler & Rehe gesehen.”

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5.Parksville: Sunset Whale and Wildlife Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · 3h 30m · from $155

Set out from Parksville with Ocean Ecoventures for a 3.5 to 4-hour sunset cruise in the northern Salish Sea. With no more than 12 people per boat, you’ll search for Biggs Killer Whales, humpbacks, dolphins, seals, sea lions, and eagles while learning about marine research and wildlife photography.

“We saw several hump backs which was great. But the trip itself is also worth it. The boat is so much fun and the scenery is beautiful. Thanks Andy. So glad to book this”

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6.Victoria: Sunset Whale Watching Tour on Semi-Covered Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · 3 hours · from $128

After dinner, board a semi-covered catamaran near Fisherman’s Wharf Park for a three-hour sunset trip across the Salish Sea. An English-speaking naturalist guide helps you look for whales, seals, and eagles. Warm jackets, blankets, hats, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, and an onboard bathroom are provided.

“This was an amazing tour. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable, it was easy to find the meeting point, and we saw some beautiful whales and other sea life.”

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7.Vancouver Island: Cowichan Bay Sunset Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 3 reviews · 3h 30m · from $155

Set out from Cowichan Bay with an English-speaking guide for a 3.5 to 4-hour sunset cruise. Boats carry no more than 12 people, and provided floatation suits, gloves, goggles, and toques help with the evening chill while you watch for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, and bald eagles.

“this was an awesome experience! we ended up seeing 8 killer whales in total. They're really knowledgeable and do a great job at locating them and giving great insight into how they think and act ! highly recommend.”

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8.Parksville Sunset Whale and Wildlife Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $158

Set out from Parksville with captain Andy or another Ocean EcoVentures guide for 3.5 to 4 hours on the Salish Sea. The boat carries no more than 12 people, includes a small bathroom and flotation suit, and may bring you close to humpback whales, seals, and sunset views.

“We enjoyed the tour, and our guide/captain, Andy was really engaging and knowledgeable, and taught us a lot about whales. We saw several humpback whales, and some seals, and enjoyed the sunset.”

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