Sunset Whale Watching Trip
Description
Embark on a sunset whale watching excursion where you can observe the largest mammal on Earth in its natural environment, illuminated by the final golden rays of the day.
Whale Watching at Sunset
We will convene at the designated hour at Dallas Road 1 in Victoria, setting the stage for a remarkable boat journey through the Haro and Juan de Fuca Straits.
Once we board the vessel, we will slowly depart from Vancouver Island as the sunset transforms the sky into a stunning warm orange hue. Our cruise will take us along the beautiful west coast of British Columbia, where we will seek to encounter the impressive humpback whales native to the Salish Sea.
This adventure isn’t limited to these extraordinary marine mammals. Throughout the journey, we can expect to see a variety of other wildlife, including sea lions, orcas, seals, and various birds. Additionally, we will gather insights about whale behavior and the surrounding region of Victoria.
This experience will conclude four hours later at our initial meeting point.
Available Options
During booking, you can select the type of vessel for your whale watching adventure. Departure times vary depending on your choice:
Whale Watching Boat Experience
- June 12th to August 9th: at 6:30 pm.
- August 10th to 20th: at 6:00 pm.
Whale Watching Speedboat Experience
- May 16th to August 10th: at 6:30 pm.
- August 11th to 31st: at 5:30 pm.
Weather Considerations
The presence of whales can be uncertain. The visibility of these marine animals is influenced by various factors such as ocean currents, climatic conditions, and wind patterns.
What's included
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Speedboat trip (depending on option).
- Boat trip (depending on option).
- English speaking guide.
What's not included
- Environmental taxes: 5CAD per person.
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
We will meet up at the following location: 1 Dallas Road. Please be at the ticket office at least 45 minutes before the scheduled time.
If you have chosen the option which includes pick up from your hotel in central Victoria, you must tell the tour provider the address details.
Choice of boat
For the sunset whale watching trip, there is a choice between two types of vessel which will travel on the waters of the Strait of Haro and Juan de Fuca: speedboat or boat.
Timetable
The times will be different depending on the option you choose when booking the activity:
Whale watching boat trip
- From 12th June to 9th August 8th: at 6:30 pm.
- From 10th to 20th August: at 6 pm.
Whale watching speedboat trip
- From 16th May to 10th August: at 6:30 pm.
- From 11th to 31st August: at 5:30 pm.
Weather conditions
Whales are unpredictable animals. The number of these cetaceans that we will see depends on many factors such as sea currents, weather, and wind direction.
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