Vancouver Whale Watching Tours

Your experience

Cruise the Salish Sea on a custom-built catamaran for a fully guided whale watching tour from Vancouver.

Getting started

Check in at the Granville Island Adventure Centre 30 minutes before departure. After ticket validation, meet your team of certified marine naturalists for a short safety briefing and overview of the tour.

What to expect

Vancouver Whale Watching Tour

Set out on British Columbia’s only climate positive whale watching cruise, designed for comfort and minimal environmental impact. This tour offers a high chance of spotting orcas, humpback whales, and local marine wildlife, with expert commentary throughout.

Features

• 360-degree viewing platform: Access a 22-foot tall deck for panoramic views, ensuring everyone can spot wildlife, from a safe distance.

• Floor-to-ceiling windows: Enjoy unobstructed views of the Salish Sea’s scenery from the comforts of your heated cabin.

• Year-round whale sighting guarantee: If no whales are seen, you receive a free return tour with no expiry and redeemable at any departure location.

• Guided by marine naturalists: Learn about whale behavior, local ecology, and conservation from the 3–4 certified naturalists on board.

• Free photo package: Receive group and wildlife photos taken by onboard naturalists after your trip.

• Onboard comforts: Includes complimentary tea, coffee, or hot chocolate, heated indoor cabins fitted with airline-style washrooms.