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Vancouver Whale-Watching




Photo 1 / 5: Orca whale
(Photo provided by Vancouver Whale Watch)

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Cruise through the Gulf Islands of Vancouver in an open-air or semi-enclosed Zodiac as professional naturalists narrate the entire journey. As the boat wends its way through the islands, be on the lookout for orca whales, Dall's porpoises, seals, eagles, and many other marine creatures.

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Choose between a thrilling open-air Zodiac and a more sedate, semi-enclosed Zodiac, and then head out into the open waters. The Gulf Islands of Vancouver are home to a diverse wildlife population, including porpoise, seals, eagles, herons, and the majestic orca whale. A professional naturalist will narrate the entire cruise and can answer questions about the fascinating creatures of this region. Onboard hydro-phones—devices that can pick up sounds underwater—give you the opportunity to hear the whales' songs and other underwater noises.

Inclusions :

Whale-watching excursion
Professional naturalist guide
Binoculars and hydrophones to listen to whales
Granola bars and water

Duration:
3–5 hours, depending on whale location

Available:
Daily

Departure time and location:

April 2–June 17: 11 AM from Vancouver Whale Watch in Steveston

June 18–Sept. 1: 9 AM and 2 PM from Vancouver Whale Watch in Steveston

Sept. 2–Oct. 31: 11 AM from Vancouver Whale Watch in Steveston

Return time and location:
3–5 hours after departure to Vancouver Whale Watch in Steveston

Note:
Reservations are required. Please call Vancouver Whale Watch within 24 hours of booking online to ensure the most convenient date for your excursion is available. Transportation from key locations in downtown Vancouver, plus lunch, is available for a fee and can be arranged when reserving your tour. Please note: Should you make transfer arrangements, you will be required to pay Vancouver Whale Watch directly. Please allow for a 30-minute drive from Vancouver. Children under 2 are free. You are advised to bring a warm jacket, sunglasses, a light lunch or snack, and your camera.

Redemption instructions

After you book your activity, follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Print your voucher; locate the voucher in your travel confirmation e-mail or in the My Trips/My Itineraries link on the site.
2. Follow the redemption instructions on your voucher; it iscritical to do this before you depart.
3. Take all vouchers with you; you must redeem one voucher per person.

Exchange your voucher for activity:
Reservations are required. Please call Vancouver Whale Watch within 24 hours of booking online to ensure the most convenient date for your excursion is available; the customer service phone number appears on your printed voucher(s). At this time you will also be given driving directions to Steveston which in 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Transportation from key locations in downtown Vancouver, plus lunch, is available for a fee and can be arranged when reserving your tour. Please note: Should you make transfer arrangements, you will be required to pay Vancouver Whale Watch directly. Upon check-in, please present your voucher(s) and photo identification.

Terms and conditions

Cancellations and Changes: This Activity can be changed or cancelled without penalty at any time prior to two days before the scheduled start of your trip. The scheduled start of your trip is defined as your hotel check-in date, your departure date of the originating flight, or the date of the Activity if the Activity was booked without a flight or a hotel.

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