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Vancouver · British Columbia · Canada
Half-Day Whale Watching from Vancouver - Free Photo Package
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From $199.59 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Experience the majesty of the Salish Sea and its wildlife, from whales surfacing in unison to bald eagles soaring overhead. Explore the Strait of Georgia’s and Howe Sound’s currents in search of orcas and humpback whales, and listen to our marine mammal experts bring the animals’ stories to life (while you stay warm, dry, and hydrated in its heated cabin, of course!) The quintessential whale watching experience for every adventurer. Departing from Granville Island in downtown Vancouver our high-speed, custom-built, luxury catamaran will take you on a 3- to 5-hour fully-guided whale watching & marine wildlife tour.
Highlights
Why travelers choose this experience
- Experience a 3 to 5hour fullyguided whale watching & marine wildlife tour
- The perfect viewing platform and the only one of its kind on the British Columbia coast
- Opportunity to observe different species of whales in the wild, sea birds, and other marine wildlife
- Enjoy 360degree panoramic views from a 22 ft tall elevated viewing platform
- Experience spectacular views through floortoceiling windows
- 8 Digital Language Guides Available
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Vancouver
Whale Watching.
Planning Details
Before you go
Included
Conservation Fee & Tax A free photo package will be taken and sent by our naturalists on every trip, group photos & wildlife photos all included Fully-guided whale watching & marine wildlife tour. Downloadable tour guides in: English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch Jr. naturalist guides (kids guide and educational coloring book)
Not Included
Light snacks (chips, cookies, and chocolate bars) are currently available for purchase
What to Bring
Windbreaker jackets, sweaters, long pants, and closed-toe shoes Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a tight-fitting hat, a camera and binoculars to capture some memorable moments, and, above all, your sense of adventure!
Restrictions
Our boats are custom-built for whale watching with passengers in mind. Captain and crew will also do their best to minimize the impact of the sea. However, if you are prone to seasickness, we recommend you purchase a non-drowsy Gravol from a pharmacy prior to your adventure with us. Passengers are not allowed to smoke (cigarettes, vapes, cigars), or consume alcohol or drugs while onboard our vessels.
Meeting & Pickup
Departing from Granville Island in downtown Vancouver. 1666 Duranleau Street, Vancouver, BC Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure time.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2026-07-21
5.00 / 5
Great trip with experienced staff. We were able to see two different species of whales.
2026-07-20
5.00 / 5
Your was great and crew was wonderful!
2026-06-12
5.00 / 5
We hit the jackpot! First orcas and then we travelled further and literally got surrounded by humpbacks! They were very active with lots of fin slapping and more breaches than we could count. The naturalist said it was very unusual. I will die happy.???? RS
2026-06-04
5.00 / 5
This was a terrific tour!! Even with 92 people aboard, it didnt feel crowded and everyone got a great view. The crew did a fabulous job of getting through the safety brief and other admin actions before we left such that we got straight to the cruise itself. After seeing a couple set of humpback whales, we went on the search for killer whales with no luck, but we got a great "drive" by a small island teeming with sea lions and seals, and a bald eagle eating; it was fabulous.We got some great pics, but the crew shared their even better pics, so all in all, this was a great was to spend the morning.
2026-05-04
5.00 / 5
The Whale watching tour from Vancouver on April 26th was fantastic. All the crew members were very knowledgeable about the whales and wildlife. We were able to see 13 Orcas and some Golden eagles and bald eagles and Sea lions. I would highly recommend Prince of Whales for a whale watching tour out of Vancouver!!
2026-04-16
5.00 / 5
What a great experience! We were lucky enough to see two different types of whales and sea lines. The staff is fantastic. Thank you!!
2025-09-06
5.00 / 5
My clients loved the tour! And were super excited by seeing all of the whales and one was within 20 ft of the boat!
2025-08-27
5.00 / 5
We had a great experience, and the enthusiastic guides were informative and interesting. They answered questions. We were told that the killer whales were unusually active, and we witnessed the best viewing of the season.
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