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Top 4 Whale Watching Tours on Vancouver Island

4 tours  ·  from $130 a head

The 4 best whale watching tours on vancouver island you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Vancouver Island Half-Day Whale Watching Tour - Telegraph Cove - Searching for orcas and humpback whales
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Vancouver Island Half-Day Whale Watching Tour – Telegraph Cove

1.Vancouver Island Half-Day Whale Watching Tour – Telegraph Cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $153Our pick

Review of Telegraph Cove’s 3-hour whale watching tour, with orcas, humpbacks, sea otters, guides, costs, tips, and booking advice.

“Expectations were high and expectations were exceeded. we highly recommend this experience. We all appreciate the pictures that were taken by the professional staff, and passed on to us, which is included in the tour.”

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Vancouver Island Zodiac Whale Watching Adventure - Telegraph Cove - Three hours in Johnstone Strait
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Vancouver Island Zodiac Whale Watching Adventure – Telegraph Cove

2.Vancouver Island Zodiac Whale Watching Adventure – Telegraph Cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $169

Ride a 12-passenger Zodiac from Telegraph Cove to seek orcas, humpbacks, seals, and sea lions in Johnstone Strait.

“An amazing trip, Scotty our guide was super helpful and informative. The suits were great as the weather was cool as the boat sped over the water. Saw humpbacks and orcas. A fabulous experience”

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Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour - Checking in 45 minutes before departure
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Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour

3.Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $187

Review of Nanaimo’s four-hour open-boat whale tour, with orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, warm suits, expert guides, and practical booking tips.

“Jordan and Rob were absolutely awesome! Brilliant experience - we saw 7 humpback whales and Jordan’s explanation of everything was superb!”

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Victoria BC: 3-Hour Whale Watching Expedition - What the three-hour route is really like
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Victoria BC: 3-Hour Whale Watching Expedition

4.Victoria BC: 3-Hour Whale Watching Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 177 reviews · 3 hours · from $130Best value

Review of Victoria’s 3-hour whale watching cruise, with orcas, humpbacks, expert guides, catamaran comfort, price, access, and practical tips.

“We loved it. We were only a few days into the season and didn't see whales but it was already a gamble at that time. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable and we had a great time even though we didn't see whales. They took great care to search and make sure we had a good time. We saw sea lions, harbor seals, and bald eagles.”

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