Private Zodiac Whale Watching Tour from Victoria
Overview
Immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of the Pacific Ocean and experience the world’s best location to view whales in the wild on a three-hour private tour from Victoria, British Columbia. The Juan de Fuca and Haro Strait are renowned for their ample wildlife, including animals such as transient Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, seals, sea lions and many marine birds!
Zodiac vessel tours are for the more wild at heart, letting the wind blow in your hair and be exposed to the true west coast elements in an open style, 12 passenger vessel.
What's Included
- Complimentary hotel shuttle pick up
- Professional and Certified Guide
- Gratuities
- Food and Drinks
Meeting Location
950 Wharf Street
Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour departure with your group and suit up in your full length cruiser suit, required by Transport Canada.
Your captain and guide will then go over all things safety and board you on to the 12 passenger zodiac vessel.
Cruise out of Victoria Harbour into the Straits of Haro and Juan de Fuca while taking in the serene sights and looking for different species of whales and other wildlife, including Humpback Whales, Bigg's Killer Whales, Gray Whales, Mike Whales, California and Steller Sea Lions, Sea Otters, and a plethora of sea birds.
After three hours of excitement on the Salish Sea you will return back to the departure location with memories that will last a life time!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates rain or shine, please dress appropriately
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- Not suitable for participants with pre-existing neck or back injuries and/or health conditions
- Minimum age of 6 years old
- This experience requires good ocean conditions. If it is cancelled due to poor conditions, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-7111P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Private Zodiac Whale Watching Tour from Victoria. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- 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 (MST).
- Complimentary hotel shuttle pick up.
- Professional and Certified Guide.
- Gratuities.
- Food and Drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Zodiac Whale Watching Tour from Victoria is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Zodiac Whale Watching Tour from Victoria will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Complimentary hotel shuttle pick up
- Professional and Certified Guide
- Gratuities
- Food and Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates rain or shine, please dress appropriately
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- Not suitable for participants with pre-existing neck or back injuries and/or health conditions
- Minimum age of 6 years old
- This experience requires good ocean conditions. If it is cancelled due to poor conditions, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
