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Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure from Vancouver

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Vancouver, Canada

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Overview

Hop aboard one of our Salish Sea class vessels – high-speed, luxury, custom-built catamarans that are the perfect viewing platform from both indoors and out. These 95 passenger catamarans were 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 Georgia Strait in comfort in search of native marine wildlife. Listen to our local experts bring the animals' stories to life! The quintessential whale watching experience for every adventurer.

What's Included

  • 95-passenger vessel featuring indoor, heated cabin with floor to ceiling windows and open air decks
  • Free photo package of your trip & wildlife, with personal photos of you and your loved ones
  • Whale Sightings Guarantee—complimentary tours from all locations until you see whales (fees apply).
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Excludes taxes and fees for Lifetime Whale Sighting Guarantee
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

1666 Duranleau St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3Y1, Canada

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Please remember to check-in 30 minutes before your adventure, At 1666 Duranleau st on Granville Island behind Bridges restaurant. We will not hold the boat for late guests.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

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 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!) A fantastic trip for photographers, this is the quintessential whale-watching experience for every adventurer. Experience the best of Vancouver on our whale watching tour, with stunning views of iconic landmarks like Stanley Park with its Vancouver Aquarium, Point Atkinson in Lighthouse Park, Granville Island, home of the iconic Granville Island Public Market, Vancouver Downtown, Kitsilano Beach and Spanish Banks. Immerse yourself completely in this incredible experience while we take free high-resolution photos of the wildlife, the landscape and your loved ones!

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy?

A: The Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure from Vancouver has a Free Cancellation policy. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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4.92
4,058 reviews

Average 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 4,058 traveler reviews collected by Cool Vancouver and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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41
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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