Tours/Victoria/Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
Viator · group up to 95 pax

Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

4.9(2,479)Victoria1 hour
VIATOR4.9(337)TRIPADVISOR4.9(2,142)

Description

Hop aboard Salish Sea Eclipse – a high-speed, luxury, custom-built catamaran. This 95 passenger catamaran was engineered and built in Canada with the safety of our beloved marine wildlife and our guests as priority number one. Enjoy the free photo package offered on this vessel and experience the majesty of the Salish Sea in comfort, as we cut through the Strait of Juan de Fuca’s currents in search of wildlife, and listen to our marine mammal experts bring the animals stories to life! The quintessential whale watching experience for every adventurer.

Tour Options

March - November

Highlights

Whale Sightings Guarantee—complimentary tours from all locations until you see whales (fees apply).
Two washrooms
Captain and expert crew of 3-4 guides/naturalists
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Complimentary tea, coffee & hot chocolate
Free Photo Package Featuring Wildlife!
Downloadable tour guides in: English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch
5 per person Salish Sea Conservation Fee (1% For The Planet Initiative) is included in price
Kids coloring books and educational guides

What's included

Included
Whale Sightings Guarantee—complimentary tours from all locations until you see whales (fees apply).
Two washrooms
Captain and expert crew of 3-4 guides/naturalists
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Complimentary tea, coffee & hot chocolate
Free Photo Package Featuring Wildlife!
Downloadable tour guides in: English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch
5 per person Salish Sea Conservation Fee (1% For The Planet Initiative) is included in price
Kids coloring books and educational guides
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Excludes taxes and fees for Lifetime Whale Sighting Guarantee

Traveller Ratings

4.9
2,479 reviews
5
2,349
4
96
3
18
2
12
1
4

Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, an alternative or full refund will be offered
  • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Service animals allowed with proper documentation and life jacket, subject to captain's discretion
  • Check-in 30 minutes prior to the departure time
  • Prince of Whales reserves the right to ask that the credit card used in the booking be presented at check-in, and/or photo ID be presented.

Reviews(2,479)

J
Julie_A
July 4, 2026
Highly recommend this excursion!

Excellent trip! Cruise guides were very nice and informative. Photographer was awesome! Very organized and on time. Saw 20 whales! Boat was comfortable with double hulls, no one got sick! Yay! Highly recommend!

A
AHeit
July 4, 2026
Orcas, Humbacks and sea lions galore!

We had a great time watching the wild life, we saw Orcas, Humpback, and Sea lions. Jake was the naturalist in out area of the boat and he was very knowledgeable and patient with the kids. I highly recommend the afternoon experience.

G
Guadalupe_C
July 4, 2026
Friendly and...

Friendly and knowledgeable crew; we saw about 4 pods of orcas and even one breach! It was an amazing day!

L
Laura_J
July 4, 2026
Beautiful Orcas! It is...

Beautiful Orcas! It is our favorite activity from our trip. The crew was amazing! Amber and Andre were ver informative and they shared amazing pictures that they took from our trip. I highly recommend this adventure!

A
amandasX9195NW
July 3, 2026
Great experience

The staff was great. Rajan was at the front where we were and his knowledge was excellent. We saw a pod of Biggs whales, killer whales.

S
sonyap46
July 3, 2026
Awesome!!

Rajan was so knowledgeable and friendly. Richard, Lindsay, Reid and Michael all were very professional. We’ll be back!!!

5
541adrielb
July 3, 2026
Whale Watching Day Trip

Had a great time on my first whale watching trip! Reid was so sweet and Michael & Rajon were very knowledgeable on the wild life findings, making it very enjoyable. We had a very close encounter with a humpback whale that was apparently an extremely rare sighting. If I didn’t live so far away I would definitely come back.

J
joanneaL6595JP
July 3, 2026
A must do in Victoria

Absolutely fabulous! Crew was so knowledgeable and entertaining!! Well done, Richard, Lindsey, Rajan, Michael, and Reid

S
sandrberesford
July 3, 2026
Great whale watching trip

A great trip with knowledgeable and helpful guides, all of whom were committed to maximising the experience for us

L
lindajI3431AI
July 3, 2026
A really pleasant experience.

A really good half day out, well worth the money.

Operator response

Thank you for your 5-star review, Linda! We are so glad you enjoyed your tour with us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!

You might also like...