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4 Natural Sights, Parks & Wildlife in Sidney
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We are locally owned & operated by an experienced certified captain. Explore the magical islands & pristine bays & beaches aboard our custom built RHI boat equipped with private toilet, a hydrophone to hear the whales & some of the world’s quietest, most environmentally friendly motors. The resident orcas travelling routes are only minutes away along with common sightings of Humpback, Grey & Minke whales. On the way to view the whales you’ll visit the hundreds of local islands that are homes to seals, sea lions bird colonies, eagles' nests & a vast array of floral & fauna.
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Gulf Islands National Park Reserve safeguards a portion of British Columbia’s beautiful southern Gulf Islands. Established in 2003, park lands are dotted throughout numerous islands, islets & reefs. Enjoy kayaking, boating, walking along the beaches or trails, camping & picnicking.
Come join the pioneers of whale watching in Sidney on this truly one of a kind West Coast experience. Your skipper is a local owner/operator with 15 yrs of marine education experience. Call now, book your unforgettable whale watching adventure aboard one of the most comfortable medium-sized whale watching vessels in the fleet. With walk-around seating & a full-sized washroom, watch our amazing wildlife in style. Enjoy the one on one interaction with our naturalist that only comes with smaller groups & learn all about our Orca whales.
The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre showcases the extraordinary marine life in the waters surrounding the Gulf Islands. From plankton to Puget Sound King crabs, wolf eels to giant Pacific octopus, the vast aquatic exhibits fascinate visitors of all ages. With 87 tonnes of sea water & 17 habitats, the Centre’s ever-changing seascapes & touch pools offer an unforgettable & unique hands-on, hands-wet experience. The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre is located in Sidney, minutes from the BC Ferries terminal at Swartz Bay & enroute to downtown Victoria.