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Wild Whale Watching Experience - Open Air Vessel

Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
$173.25
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Wild Whale Watching Experience from Granville Island offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of marine wildlife. This intimate tour, guided by passionate marine naturalists, focuses on observing animals in their natural habitat without interference.

  • 🛥️ Depart from historic Granville Island for breathtaking views of Vancouver from the water.
  • 🐋 Search for orca, humpback, minke, and grey whales as you cruise through the Strait of Georgia.
  • 🦭 Spot additional wildlife such as Steller and California sea lions, harbour porpoises, and bald eagles during your adventure.
  • 📚 Enjoy insights from a marine naturalist, who will educate you on animal behaviour and marine conservation.
  • 🌊 Travel on the Eagle Eyes open-air vessel, providing a 360° view of the surrounding waters and wildlife.
  • 🧥 Receive a full-length anti-exposure flotation suit to keep you comfortable during the tour.
  • 🥤 Bring your refillable water bottle or enjoy extra bottled water available on board to minimize plastic waste.
  • 🍬 Ginger candy and single-use ear plugs are available upon request for those experiencing motion sickness.
  • 🕒 The journey lasts up to 5 hours, so guests are encouraged to bring their own snacks for the trip.
  • 💰 Optional gratuity for your guide and captain is appreciated to acknowledge their service.

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Wild Whale Watching Experience - Open Air Vessel
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours

  • Ginger candy can be provided upon request for travellers that may be experiencing motion sickness
  • Single use ear plugs can be provided upon request
  • Full length (arms and legs), one piece, anti-exposure flotation suit (to be worn overtop of your clothing)
  • We prefer that our guests bring a refillable water bottle (to save on single use plastics), but we carry extra bottled water on board just in case!
  • Field guides, whale identification guides, and learning materials can be borrowed on board
  • Sunscreen
  • The journey can last up to 5 hours depending on where the whales are, so it is recommended that our guests bring their own snacks on board.
  • An optional gratuity for your guide and your captain is greatly appreciated by our staff

Meeting point
Arrive to our office to check in 45 minutes ahead of your scheduled departure.
Return details
Arrive to our office to check in 45 minutes ahead of your scheduled departure.

Departing from historic Granville Island, your 3-5 hour journey starts by offering unparalleled views of Vancouver from the water. As you head out of English Bay and into the Strait of Georgia, we will be on the search for orca (killer whales), humpback, minke, and/or grey whales. Along your cruise, we are also looking for a variety of additional wildlife species, including; Steller and California sea lions, harbour or Dall's porpoises, harbour seals, bald eagles, great blue herons, and many other seabird species. Your adventure is professionally guided by a marine naturalist. They will share insight on animal behaviour, providing you with a fun and educational experience. You will learn about the wildlife, ecology, history, and geography of our local waters, with a particular emphasis on marine conservation.

This tour is on Eagle Eyes, our open-air vessel. This boat offers an unrestricted 360° view of the surrounding water and wildlife. Guests booked on Eagle Eyes will get a full-length anti-exposure suit to provide shelter from any elements you might encounter on your adventure!

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
  • Not recommended for children under the age of 5
  • 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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    Wild Whale Watching Experience - Open Air Vessel

    Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    $173.25
    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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