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Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour

Location Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
$182.79
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Overview

British Columbia's breathtaking coastal wildlife awaits as you journey through the stunning Gulf Islands archipelago in search of majestic killer whales and other marine wonders. With a knowledgeable guide passionate about marine life, this unforgettable adventure guarantees whale sightings or your next trip is free.

  • 🛥️ Open Boat Tour: Enjoy a 3-4 hour whale watching cruise led by a marine naturalist with an academic background in marine biology.
  • 🐋 Experience a full hour of whale viewing, with real-time insights into their behaviors provided by your expert guide.
  • 🌊 Board our comfortable 12-passenger zodiac-style vessel, designed for an intimate encounter with the ocean's wonders.
  • 🧥 Stay warm and protected from the elements with an anti-exposure suit provided for all guests.
  • 🦭 Spot orcas, humpback whales, sea lions, and eagles as you cruise through the diverse Salish Sea ecosystem.
  • 📚 Learn about the natural history of whales and their roles in the marine food web during your informative journey.
  • 📻 Your captain will coordinate with other whale watching companies to maximize your viewing opportunities throughout the tour.
  • 🌍 Contribute to marine conservation efforts as your tour includes data collection for the Centre for Whale Research and other conservation initiatives.
  • 🚻 Enjoy onboard amenities, including toilets for your convenience during the adventure.

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Open Boat tour
Join our 3-4 hour whale watching cruise professionally guided by a marine naturalist with an academic background in marine biology. See orcas, humpback whales, seals, sea lions, eagles, and more!
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

  • Professional guide with academic background in marine biology
  • Captain is certified by Transport Canada
  • Anti-exposure suit provided
  • Toilets onboard
  • Transportation to/from office
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch is not included.
  • Parking not Included

Meeting point
Our office is located on Front Street, the seawall along downtown Nanaimo's waterfront.
Return details
Our office is located on Front Street, the seawall along downtown Nanaimo's waterfront.

Your day begins by checking in at our office 45 minutes before your departure time and then you'll head down to the boat as a group.

You'll then be introduced to the Salish Sea ecosystem and wildlife as you cruise through the Gulf Islands archipelago in search of whales and other marine life. You'll learn about the different types of whales that use the Salish Sea, including their natural history, and their roles in the marine food web.

Throughout your adventure, your captain will be in touch with other whale watching companies over VHF radio and will plan your route to maximize the area covered between vessels.

You'll spend a full hour viewing whales, and your marine naturalist will provide real-time insights into their behaviors. Onboard catalogues are used to identify individual whales, and this data will be collected throughout the season and sent to the Centre for Whale Research, Keta Coastal Conservation, and the BC Cetacean Sightings Network.

Your tour will wrap up with an educational talk on marine conservation focusing on threats to BC orca, and conservation initiatives will be discussed.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
  • Not suitable for pregnant women.
  • Minimum numbers apply. If there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation, in which case an alternative date or full refund will be offered.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour

    Location Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
    $182.79
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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