Experience the thrill of the wind in your face and the smell of the sea air as you slice through the waters surrounding Southern Vancouver Island in search of the magnificent Orca. Each day, visitors from around the world join our professional naturalists and marine biologist to enjoy informative and expert commentary on the many wonders of Southern Vancouver Island's unique ocean eco-system.

While our tours focus primarily on the three resident killer whale families (Orcas), you may also see Minke, Grey or Humpback Whales, porpoises, dolphins, seals, sea lions, otters, bald eagles, and a variety of other birds. These cruises are committed and adhere to the strictest wildlife viewing guidelines; to protect natural resources for future generations.

Marine Wildlife Tour from Victoria Length: 2 hours  Prices - including tax Our Adult Retail Rate: $88.95 Our Adult Internet Rate: $83.95 Savings: $5.00 Our Child Rate (Ages 3-16): $58.95 Child - Free OCEAN CRUISER ONLY (Under 3): $0.00 Time: 1:00 pm daily -November 1 to Mid-April  Summary: Tour includes pick ups from any hotel in the Greater Victoria area. Rates are in US dollars and include taxes. Child rates apply to ages 3 to 16; children under 3 are free - only on the Ocean Cruiser. Minimum age is 3 on the Zodiac boats. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 888-848-0742. ** You will receive an E-Ticket for your tour/activity. We attempt to provide your E-Ticket within 72 hours (if your tour/activity is in less than 10 days). If your tour/activity is within the next 72 hours, your E-Ticket will be processed as quickly as possible. You will need to print your E-Ticket at www.reserve123.com/tickets; you must have your E-Ticket, or you will be charged again with no refund. There is a $3.95 processing fee per order. This is a flat fee regardless of the number of tickets or tours purchased on an order.

The Boats (See Photos Below)

Our open-air Zodiac boats are custom built for whale watching and offer uncompromised safety and fun. Passengers are provided with a full-length cruiser suit for safety and comfort.

The King Salmon, our 45ft. high-speed ocean cruiser offers passengers an all-weather viewing experience. Enjoy refreshments from the comfort of a heated indoor cabin, or go outdoors on one of two viewing decks.

From either vessel, watching these magnificent mammals in the wild is a lifetime experience. The 6ft dorsal fin of an 16,000lb mammal, rising from the water near your boat to take a deep breath, is quite simply...breathtaking!

The waters and islands of Juan de Fuca Strait, Haro Strait and the Strait of Georgia are a part-time home to three groups of "resident" whales, commonly known as "pods" of orca, or "killer" whales. Pods of whales are groups of families and individual whales that live and thrive mainly on salmon and other species of fish found in the waters of the Pacific Northwest. On occasion, "transient" orca whales are encountered on an individual or group basis, and are mainly dependent on other mammals, such as seals and sea lions as a core food source. Pods can gather together to form "super-pods" and have reached numbers in excess of 80 whales at a time!

Because of our diverse ocean bio-systems, many forms of marine wildlife, birds and fish species are abundant in these waters, making viewing of all creatures an ever-changing daily experience. Grey whales, minke whales, humpback whales, dolphins, porpoise and many other mammals frequently call these waters "home".

Photograph and video opportunities are abundant, as our tour operators will provide you with choice positioning for visual enhancements of your trip. For easy access, water-resistant storage is located directly under your seat for your cameras and bags. You are never far away from your valuables!

Passenger Notice

All departures are subject to suitable weather and sea conditions and may be postponed or cancelled at the discretion of the operator. We strongly urge those passengers who are expecting and in the later stages of pregnancy...Or...Persons who are at a high risk of injury to be aware that sea conditions can be unpredictable at times and may not be suitable for everyone. Although we consider our equipment to be of the highest safety standards, your personal comfort is of optimum importance.

Tour includes pick ups from any hotel in the Greater Victoria area. Rates are in US dollars and include taxes. Child rates apply to ages 3 to 16; children under 3 are free - only on the Ocean Cruiser. Minimum age is 3 on the Zodiac boats. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 888-848-0742.