 Orca
Journey to historic Steveston, a charming fishing village located just south of the city at the mouth of the Fraser River. Whale-watching tours travel through the Fraser River Delta, Strait of Georgia and/or Gulf Islands.
Choose the vessel that suits your needs:• Open-air, high-speed, small zodiacs
• Semi-covered, fully equipped cruisers
• Cruise ships loaded with amenities.
Onboard professional naturalists can answer any questions as well as discuss the fascinating intricacies of the marine ecosystem.
For unforgettable whale watching, visit Vancouver from May through October.A remarkable three pods of 85 Orcas make the trip to the Vancouver area, with optimal whale-sighting times beginning in late May. Look for porpoises, harbour seals and sea lions, too, which abound in these waters.
No time for whale watching by boat? Visit the Vancouver Aquarium.
A tour of world-famous Vancouver Aquarium will bring you up close and personal with captivating, white Beluga whales. See the whale show as part of your admission; for an extra cost, the aquarium offers hands-on experiences: touch and feed the whales or participate in a whale-training session.
How to get to Steveston from Vancouver:There are a number of tour companies that offer convenient shuttle service throughout the day from various downtown Vancouver locations (including hotels) to Steveston.
Pick-up times are coordinated with whale-watching tour departure times. Check with your hotel or tour operator for more information.
Steveston Village by car: it’s a 35-60 minute drive (depending on time of day) from downtown Vancouver via Highway 99.
Steveston Village by bus: #490, #491 and #496 travel between downtown Vancouver’s Burrard Skytrain Station and the heart of Steveston.
A few tips to remember while on your tour or excursion:• Do not disturb the whales and other wildlife from the tour boat or kayak
• Approximate time required for each tour: 3-5 hours
• Dress appropriately for the event: pants/shorts, t-shirt/light sweatshirt, sandals/soft-soled shoes (warmer days); pants, fleece/sweater, soft-soled shoes, gloves and toque (cooler days)
• Bring a camera with a good zoom lens, but be aware that on Zodiac boats you may get splashed.
Find out more about some of the province's excellent whale-watching operators by clicking on the Show All Whale Watching Listings link below.
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