Victoria Marine Wildlife Tour
Description
Discover why British Columbia is one of the best places in the world to see whales and other marine wildlife on this 3-hour tour with Eagle Wing Tours at Victoria’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Hop aboard a comfortable semi-covered or open boat and help support Eagle Wing’s many conservation, education and research activities! Let certified and knowledgeable naturalists be your guides to the stunning wildlife and natural history of the Salish Sea. Watch for seals, sea lions, otters and porpoises as well as bald eagles and a mind-boggling assortment of marine birds. Hoping for something bigger? There’s always a chance to see humpback, killer, minke or grey whales!
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Enjoy Victoria’s #1-rated, award-winning west coast whale and wildlife watching tour on our custom-built, high-performance open boats or one of our semi-covered catamarans. Enjoy your day with an enriching and inspiring nature-viewing experience. Guaranteed adventure!
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Washrooms are available on board for your convenience
- Please note: From Nov 1st to April 30th, boat types and times may vary based on weather and tour numbers.
- At the time of booking a tour please inform of us health issues, medical conditions and if you are pregnant.
Reviews(358)
Fantastic! Close encounter with humpbacks was a thrill, orcas and sea lions were a bonus.
Thank you! What a trip to have close wildlife encounters like that, truly special moments out on the water. We're so happy you got to experience the Salish Sea at its best. We'd love to welcome you aboard again, and remember you get 20% off as a return guest. All the best, Tianda
I went on a specialty birdwatching trip to Smith Island in August 2026, to see tufted puffins. We were joined by two expert birders/naturalists, who took pleasure in educating us about every species of bird we saw. Everything was great! Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for this lovely review! It's great to hear the trip out to Smith Island was such a rewarding one, with so much enthusiasm for sharing knowledge about every species along the way. Thanks for the recomendation! All the best, Tianda
The crew was super knowledgeable about all wild life seen on this trip. They were able to get us out to see two families of Orcas, which has been a bucket list item for me for years! I would happily come back myself or recommend this group to anyone looking to go!
Thank you so much for this fantastic review! It's amazing to hear this trip checked off a long-time bucket list item, and that the crew's knowledge made it such a memorable one. We'd love to have you back sometime, and we really appreciate you recommending us to others. All the best, Tianda
What a fantastic tour with experienced and knowledgeable guides! Extremely safety conscious and respectful of the natural habitats. We loved seeing the playful orcas, sea lions, sea otter and a bald eagle! Many thanks to Captain Evan, Sam, Ciao and Tom, who provided fascinating insights into the behaviour of the marine wildlife. Such a memorable experience!
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review! We appreciate you pointing out that the your felt both safety conscious and respectful of the environment. That balance really matters to us. So glad you had a great day and we hope to welcome you back somtime! All the best, Tianda
What an absolutely incredible experience with Eagle Wing Tours! This was genuinely one of the highlights of our entire trip and something our family will never forget. We were incredibly lucky to spend around 40 minutes watching a pod of approximately seven orcas, as well as getting a glimpse of a humpback whale and seeing lots of seals. Seeing orcas in the wild was a huge bucket list experience for me, and it completely lived up to everything I'd hoped it would be! The whole Eagle Wing team were absolutely fantastic from start to finish. Rod, Jo, Ryleigh and Derek were knowledgeable, friendly, welcoming and clearly passionate about the wildlife and environment. We learned so much throughout the trip, and their professionalism and focus on everyone's safety made us feel completely looked after at all times. A special mention has to go to Derek, who was absolutely hilarious and kept us entertained throughout! 😂 The whole crew struck the perfect balance between being informative, professional and genuinely fun to spend the morning with. You obviously can never guarantee what you'll see when you're looking for wildlife in its natural habitat, but regardless, I couldn't recommend Eagle Wing highly enough. The fact that we were treated to such an incredible encounter with the orcas was the icing on the cake. Thank you Rod, Jo, Ryleigh and Derek for giving our family a morning we'll be talking about for years. An absolutely unforgettable experience. 🐋❤️
What an incredible way to spend time together as a family, and what a memory to bring home with you! It means so much to hear that the crew's knowledge and warmth made the day feel so special from start to finish. Bucket list moments like this are exactly why we love what we do, thank you for sharing yours with us. All the best, Tianda
Great experience. The crew were very informative and ensured we had a safe and exciting trip. Thank you Captain Sierra, Jennifer, Hana, and Emma.
The Eagle Wing Tours was a remarkable experience. Thexall women crew were exceptional. Captain Sierra and crew Jennifer, Hana and Emma were very knowledgeable and funny. It is an experience I will never forget. Thanks for a great afternoon.
What a memorable afternoon to have, and so glad the crew's knowledge and humour made it even better! Thanks so much for sharing, and we hope to welcome you back aboard soon. All the best, Tianda
Personnel very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Provided wonderful summary of what we were seeing. Learned a great deal. Boat was very comfortable and roomy.
So glad you came away having learned so much, sounds like the crew struck a great balance of friendly and informative! Thanks so much for sharing, and we hope to welcome you back aboard soon. All the best, Tianda
We had a fantastic morning whale watching with our crew Derrick Kyle Hannah and captain Joe. It was the best whale watching experience I have had. Captain Joe found us two Humpback whales a family of Orcas a bald eagle and lots of seals and seal lions. The staff were so knowledgeable it made for a great experience
Sounds like the best kind of morning out there, so much to see in one trip! Glad the crew's knowledge made it such a memorable experience. Thanks so much for sharing, and we hope to welcome you back aboard soon. All the best, Tianda
My husband and I booked the 4 hour extended whale watching tour on the Serengeti for a morning during our vacation to Victoria and it was amazing! Our guide, Lily, was so knowledgeable and took us all over the Salish Sea. We saw 3 humpback whales and a load of seals and sea lions. It was easily the best part of our trip. We will absolutely book again with Eagle Wing on our next trip back.
What a highlight for your Victoria trip! So glad the extended tour gave you the time to really explore the Salish Sea and see so much. Thanks so much for sharing, and we look forward to welcoming you back aboard on your next visit. All the best, Tianda
