Whale Watching
Sightseers whale watching (Canadian Tourism Commission photo)
Every March and April, Ucluelet experiences the greatest whale migration on the planet.
Up to 17,000 grey whales pass en route from their winter home on Mexico's Baja Peninsula to the Arctic Ocean and Bering Sea – a journey of 22,530km/14,000mi. It's the longest migration of any creature in the world. The greys can be 18m/66ft long, and are as buoyant as butterflies.
Whale Watching in Ucluelet
Some whale enthusiasts claim Ucluelet (or 'Ukee') out-classes rival Tofino for sightings because the greys feed in Ucluelet's sheltered bays. It's also easier on people who might be uncomfortable with high waves and ocean swell.
Pacific Rim Whale Festival
The season of the whale comes to a head at the Pacific Rim Whale Festival.
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Every March, a full week of activities is planned for the festival, including the opening of the Ucluelet Aquarium, art shows, a Chowder Chowdown, the Blessing of the Boats and presentations shedding light on the ways of grey and killer whales.
Year-Round Whale Watching
Although March and April are the grey whale months in Ucluelet, whale-watching is available most of the year because of lingering pods of greys in Barkley Sound and through the Broken Group Islands, as well as growing numbers of humpback whales and resident killer or orca whales.
Whale-watching For Everyone
Whale-watching has never been more accessible. Choose between high-speed 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 ocean-roving pooches. And no charge for sea lions, seals, bears, bald eagles and hundreds of species of sea birds.
For more tips on whale watching in and around Ucluelet, contact the Visitor Centre.
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Whiskey Landing Marina
Ucluelet, British Columbia
V0R 3A0
Websitehttp://www.archipelagocruises.com
Toll-free
Phone250-726-8289
Treat yourself to an unforgettable West Coast adventure. Join us aboard our luxurious yacht for a relaxing whale & wildlife cruise. The Raincoast Maiden is a spacious yacht equipped with a washroom & comfortable seating inside & out. Enjoy the magical scenery of Barkley Sound with a taste of luxury & watch the area's abundant wildlife, which includes whales, bears, sea lions, seals, sea otters, eagles & sea birds. Binoculars available for guests. Our interpretive tours include a scenic cruise though the sheltered waters of the Broken Group Islands & an optional gourmet meal while at anchor. Romantic sunset cruises & private charters are also available.
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238 Matterson Dr
Ucluelet, British Columbia
V0R 3A0
Websitehttp://www.wildedgewhales.com
Toll-free877-363-2288
Phone250-726-3444
Explore Barkley Sound's whales, bears, sea lions & more aboard our heated, washroom equipped, 12 passenger cruiser, M.V. Blackfish. 3 hr whale & wildlife watching: encounters with grey & humpback whales, black bears, sea otters, sea lions, sea birds & visiting orca whales await you in the magical waters of Barkley Sound. 6 hr Nature History Tour: travel through Barkley Sound on our day trip to the Broken Group & Deer Group Islands. Visit the village of Bamfield, beaches, galleries & learn about the rich history of shipwrecks & pioneers. Kayak transport service within Barkley Sound. Salmon & halibut fishing charters available.
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