Tofino Whale Watching
Orca near Tofino, Tourism BC/Adrian Dorst photo
Every March and April, Tofino experiences the greatest whale migration on the planet, as 17,000 grey whales pass en route from their winter home on Mexico's Baja Peninsula – a journey of 22,530km/14,000mi – to the Arctic Ocean and Bering Sea. It's the longest migration of any creature in the world. The greys can be 18m/66ft long and float easily through the water.
Pacific Rim Whale Festival
The season of the whale comes to a head at the Pacific Rim Whale Festival every March. A full week of activities include a parade, ArtSplash, the annual spring art show at the Wickaninnish Interpretive Centre; showings from painters, stoneworkers, weavers and carvers at the Wickaninnish Inn; the Blessing of the Boats; explorations of whale lore and science; musical performances; gumboot dancing; rainforest walks in Pacific Rim National Park; and talks on pertinent subjects such as the importance of whaling in Aboriginal culture.
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Greys, Humpbacks & Resident Orcas
Although March and April are the grey whale months in Tofino, whale watching is available most of the year because of lingering pods of greys, growing numbers of humpback whales and resident Orcas. Further out are the great blue whales, sperm whales and fin whales, but they're elusive and no tours exist at the moment.
Whale Watching Outfitters
Whale watching has never been more accessible. Choose between inflatable zodiacs and 19.5m/65ft cruisers. Operators such as Jamie's Whaling Station offer guaranteed sightings or money back. Jamie's even provides free kennels for those with pooches. And no charge for spotting sea lions, seals, bears, bald eagles and hundreds of species of sea birds.
Other leading Tofino outfits include Remote Passages Marine Excursions, Ocean Outfitters and West Coast Aquatic Safaris.
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411 Campbell St
Tofino, British Columbia
V0R 2Z0
Tofino's true eco-tour adventure company! Whales, bears, birds, hot springs; open & covered vessels. Local expert guides with a dedication to the local marine environment. Come in & see our complete 12 m (40 ft) whale skeleton. A true West Coast experience. Specially designed vessels allow a quieter more intimate experience.
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606 Campbell St
Tofino, British Columbia
V0R 2Z0
In operation since 1982, Jamie's Whaling Station & Adventure Centres have all the activities you're looking for. Whale Watching on our 65 ft cruisers or high speed zodiacs. We also offer bear watching & sea lion tours. All guaranteed sightings! Hot Springs Cove, Sea to Sky hot springs, kayaking, Meares Island hiking, sunset & harbour cruises, scenic flights & more. Check out the West Coast's first whale watching company & check into some fun. Gift shops & lots of free parking (including motorhome/RV parking) at either of our Tofino or Ucluelet locations. Complimentary dog kennels too. Book your next adventure today.
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Whale Watching Family Special!
For each paying adult, senior or child, one child goes for free! Ucluelet departure only.
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101 Fourth St
Tofino, British Columbia
V0R 2Z0
First Class boats with comfortable price! Whales, Hot Springs, Bears, Marine Charters! Our boats: Wasco & Nanuq provide one of the best experiences in Tofino, BC! Both have warm inside seating for all, 3 outdoor viewing decks with seats, & each vessel has a restroom. This allows our guests to keep warm and dry or feel the wind in their hair and provides everyone a front row view of the wildlife!
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