Whale Watching · VICTORIA

The 15 Best Victoria Whale Watching Tours

26 tours  ·  from $112 a head

Whales do not run to a timetable, but the boats do. These 15 Victoria whale watching tours are priced and timed so you can pick one in a couple of minutes and go and pack a coat.

Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos - Searching the Strait for Orcas and Humpbacks
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Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

1.Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,259 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $154Our pick

Sail from Victoria’s Inner Harbour aboard a spacious catamaran with naturalists such as Megan, Reid, Jessy, and Michael. Watch for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, and eagles from open decks or a heated cabin. Free wildlife photos, hot drinks, washrooms, and a whale sighting guarantee are included.

“Everyone on the boat was so friendly and knowledgeable! They took time to answer all of our questions.”

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Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure - Why the Zodiac feels different
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Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure

2.Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 916 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $154

Set out from Victoria Harbour in a 12-passenger open Zodiac with a guide such as Gary, Mark, George, or Raj. Expect a fast, splashy ride, all-weather flotation suits, and chances to see orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, otters, eagles, and more. The boat is exciting, but choppy water and cold air are part of the deal.

“It was excellent and everyone was super helpful! Easy to navigate, useful guide to information and payment. It was a spontaneous trip which was wonderful x”

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Victoria: 3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour - What the open Zodiac ride really feels like
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Victoria: 3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour

3.Victoria: 3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 651 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

Set out from Victoria’s Inner Harbour with an English-speaking marine naturalist such as Luke, Josh, or Liam. Your 12-passenger Zodiac brings you close to the Salish Sea, where orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, porpoises, otters, and bald eagles may appear. Full flotation suits help keep you warm and dry.

“We enjoyed the tour with Alex very much. A smooth Zodiac ride, Orcas and great additional insights. Thanks a million.”

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Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel - What the three-hour outing is like
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Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel

4.Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 482 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $136

Join Orca Spirit Adventures for a three-hour whale watching trip from Victoria aboard a covered vessel with indoor seating, washrooms, and an upper viewing deck. Guides such as Ryan, Jake, Briar, and Liam share marine facts while you watch for humpbacks, orcas, sea lions, otters, and eagles.

“The crew was amazing and new there information we explored the whales which was cool and seen a lot of birds and seals and a match with a seal and octopus amazing time”

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Victoria Whale Watch Tour - How the three-hour search works
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Victoria Whale Watch Tour

5.Victoria Whale Watch Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 458 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $126

Spend about three hours aboard SpringTide’s 60-foot Ocean Cruiser, searching the Salish Sea for orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, seals, otters, and eagles. Naturalists such as Katie and Aly explain the wildlife, while a heated cabin, hot drinks, and open viewing decks help you stay comfortable.

“We had a wonderful time, the weather was perfect and luckily we saw 4 different orcas and one humpback whale at the same time. The seal lions were amazing and our crew Jasper, Molly, and Kelly were super friendly”

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From Victoria: Whale Watching Trip on Covered Boat - What the covered boat adds
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From Victoria: Whale Watching Trip on Covered Boat

6.Victoria: Whale Watching Trip on Covered Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 427 reviews · 3 hours · from $132

Spend three hours cruising from Victoria with marine naturalists such as Ryan, Sophia, Jake, and Liam. Watch for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, porpoises, and eagles from indoor or outdoor decks, with hot drinks, photos, and a second tour offered if no whales appear.

“Each and every crew member was knowledgeable, friendly and courteous!”

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Victoria: Covered Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos - The boat: heated shelter and open-air views
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Victoria: Covered Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

7.Victoria: Covered Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 387 reviews · 4 hours · from $149

Set out from Victoria with up to three marine naturalists, including guides such as Algebra, Michael, and Reid. Search the Salish Sea for orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, eagles, and otters aboard a heated catamaran with two open decks. The crew sends free high-resolution photos after the trip.

“It was an incredible experience. We had 2 humpbacks (female with calf) swimming around our boat for about an hour. I saw them not once, or twice, I saw them multiple times. It was awesome. An experience of a lifetime. That said, we were told that doesn't happen very often. In fact rarely. We were very lucky. The crew was amazing. All of them very nice and competent. Algebra, the tour guide, was very knowledgeable and extremely funny. I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria - Race Rocks and the Olympic Mountains
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Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria

8.Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 342 reviews · 3 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $144

Set out from Victoria’s Inner Harbour in a Zodiac carrying no more than 12 people. Guides such as Shannon, Tyler, Vicky, and Garryn search for orcas and humpbacks around Race Rocks, while you watch seals, sea lions, otters, and eagles from the water. Expect speed, spray, and a survival suit.

“Phoenix was a fantastic guide and we saw a ton of wildlife and Orcas! The scenery was also so beautiful!”

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Victoria Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalists - Two naturalists make a real difference
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Victoria Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalists

9.Victoria Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalists

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 305 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Join Five Star Whale Watching in Victoria for a three-hour Salish Sea cruise with two naturalist guides. Your crew may include guides such as Sophie, Nour, Rayne, Alexia, Sam, or Brianna. Watch for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, porpoises, and bald eagles from a purpose-built boat.

“Unable to go due to boat mechanical issues, however they were so good and accommodating they even paid for us to go on a different companies tour.”

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Victoria: 3-Hour Whale Watching Tour - Boarding the Marauder IV
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Victoria: 3-Hour Whale Watching Tour

10.Victoria: 3-Hour Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 288 reviews · 3 hours · from $123

From Victoria’s Wharf Street, you’ll board the Marauder IV with marine naturalists such as Katie, Morgan, and Heather. Spend 3 to 3.5 hours watching for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, porpoises, and birds from heated indoor seating or open decks, with hot drinks and trip photos included.

“Exceptional! The whale watching tour was very well organized with phone calls providing valuable information on how to dress for the temperature change and where to park, etc.; and did not disappoint. The crew was larger than I had expected and they were obviously very experienced in their expert handling of the entire tour, from captain to the tour guides. They knew the local whale habitat well and took us to sites where we were very fortunate to see some Killer Whales and then to another site to view Humpbacks. Amazingly, the crew knew the individual whales by name! The tour was both educational and immensely enjoyable! Truly a lifetime…”

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From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat - Meeting at Wharf Street before departure
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From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

11.Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 233 reviews · 3 hours · from $138

Set out from Victoria with SpringTide Whale Watching in an open-air Zodiac. You will suit up in a warm flotation suit, then search the Salish Sea for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, porpoises, eagles, and marine birds with guides such as Ian, Heather, Jasper, and Tyson.

“Super exciting and captain Marty was great. Thanks for making our stay in Victoria extra special”

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Winter Victoria Whale and Wildlife Zodiac Tour - Getting Ready at 950 Wharf Street
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Winter Victoria Whale and Wildlife Zodiac Tour

12.Winter Victoria Whale and Wildlife Zodiac Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $129

Join Orca Spirit Adventures in Victoria for a three-hour winter Zodiac trip with a marine naturalist, full flotation suit, and hydrophone. Search for humpback whales, Bigg’s killer whales, seals, sea lions, otters, and coastal birds while taking in views toward the Olympic Peninsula.

“This tour was fun and enjoyable, even in the rain! We walked around town, taste tested a range of food and, learnt so much about the history of the area. It felt good to support local businesses.”

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Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour - The Three-Hour Search Across the Salish Sea
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13.Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 191 reviews · 3 hours · from $125

Search the Salish Sea for orcas, humpback whales, sea lions, seals, porpoises, and marine birds aboard a heated, purpose-built vessel. A small group of up to 12 rides with marine biologists, with indoor and outdoor viewing areas, hot chocolate, jackets, and a compact onboard washroom.

“Fabulous! Our guide was outstanding and very knowledgeable. Trip was a huge success. Our sightings included two different groups of orcas and one humpback whale.”

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Victoria Ultimate Marine Whale & Wildlife Tour - Searching the Salish Sea for whales
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Victoria Ultimate Marine Whale & Wildlife Tour

14.Victoria Ultimate Marine Whale & Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 142 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Join Five Star Whale Watching in Victoria for about three hours on the Salish Sea. Your captain and marine guide adjust the route to recent sightings, with chances to see orcas, humpbacks, porpoises, seals, sea lions, and seabirds from indoor or outdoor decks.

“We saw a lot of whales - one getting quite near to the boat. Our guide and boat captain were excellent, very knowledgeable and friendly. We felt very safe in their hands and would recommend this trip.”

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Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac - Starting at 1119 Wharf Street
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Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac

15.Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $111Best value

Join SpringTide Whale Watching in Victoria for a three-hour Zodiac ride across the Salish Sea. Guides such as Cam, Ian, Kate, Marty, and Tyler share facts about local wildlife while you search for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, and bald eagles. Expect speed, spray, cold air, and a small group of up to 12.

“We saw two pods of whales, a total of eight with two males. Fantastic! We then were taken to where seals were sunning themselves.”

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