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WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA Whale Watching & Harbour Air Classic Panorama Seaplane Tour . Take in Victoria by water and air! Cruise the Salish Sea and get acquainted with a vast array of wildlife on board a 3-hour covered or zodiac vessel whale watching tour followed by a panoramic seaplane tour (30 minutes in length with 20 minute flight time) that includes spectacular vistas of downtown Victoria, the Strait of Juan De WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Cruise the Strait of Juan de Fuca **Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, this package is currently suspended** With floor to ceiling windows, abundant exterior decks and an enclosed solarium, the M.V. Coho Ferry provides passengers with stunning views of the waters along the Strait of Juan de Fuca enroute to Victoria, BC. WHALE WATCHING TOURS FROM SEATTLE Cruise Puget Sound **Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, this package is currently suspended** The high-speed Victoria Clipper passenger ferry from Seattle cruises through Puget Sound enroute to Victoria’sInner Harbour.
RESIDENT ORCAS
Resident orca have a diet of fish and occasionally squid. Resident orca prefer to eat chinook salmon, making up 76% of their annual diet. Chinook salmon are the largest species of Pacific salmon, thus making them the most nutritious fish for the resident orca to hunt. MEET THE J-POD ORCAS FROM THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT ORCA Updated September 2020. J-Pod orcas are one of three orca pods that belong to the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whale population. It is believed that this population has used the Salish Sea for tens of thousands of years to hunt their preferred prey- Chinook salmon. SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD Tahlequah, officially named J35, was born in 1998 and is a part of the J-Pod of the Southern Resident Killer Whales. Tahlequah became famous after her long display of grief at the loss of her newborn calf in thesummer of 2018.
FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp. Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSIENT AND RESIDENT Photo Credit: Rachael Merrett (Orca Spirit Adventures) It often comes as a surprise to many people that there are actually different types of killer whales that inhabit the world’s oceans and two types frequently spend time in the Salish Sea around Victoria. 4 DANGEROUS REMINDERS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ORCAS 3. Killer Whales vs Tiger Shark. I’ll admit, this one is difficult to watch. Like the videos you’ve seen of seals being tossed into the air or the rabbit running away from the wolf, the fact that these images simply portray the realities of the animal kingdom and the food chain doesn’t make it any easier to watch helpless critters staringdown certain death.
AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC The best whale watching tours on Vancouver Island. Whale sighting guarantee on daily tours year-round. Book your authentic whalewatching tour now!
WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA Whale Watching & Harbour Air Classic Panorama Seaplane Tour . Take in Victoria by water and air! Cruise the Salish Sea and get acquainted with a vast array of wildlife on board a 3-hour covered or zodiac vessel whale watching tour followed by a panoramic seaplane tour (30 minutes in length with 20 minute flight time) that includes spectacular vistas of downtown Victoria, the Strait of Juan De WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Cruise the Strait of Juan de Fuca **Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, this package is currently suspended** With floor to ceiling windows, abundant exterior decks and an enclosed solarium, the M.V. Coho Ferry provides passengers with stunning views of the waters along the Strait of Juan de Fuca enroute to Victoria, BC. WHALE WATCHING TOURS FROM SEATTLE Cruise Puget Sound **Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, this package is currently suspended** The high-speed Victoria Clipper passenger ferry from Seattle cruises through Puget Sound enroute to Victoria’sInner Harbour.
RESIDENT ORCAS
Resident orca have a diet of fish and occasionally squid. Resident orca prefer to eat chinook salmon, making up 76% of their annual diet. Chinook salmon are the largest species of Pacific salmon, thus making them the most nutritious fish for the resident orca to hunt. MEET THE J-POD ORCAS FROM THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT ORCA Updated September 2020. J-Pod orcas are one of three orca pods that belong to the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whale population. It is believed that this population has used the Salish Sea for tens of thousands of years to hunt their preferred prey- Chinook salmon. SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD Tahlequah, officially named J35, was born in 1998 and is a part of the J-Pod of the Southern Resident Killer Whales. Tahlequah became famous after her long display of grief at the loss of her newborn calf in thesummer of 2018.
FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp. Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSIENT AND RESIDENT Photo Credit: Rachael Merrett (Orca Spirit Adventures) It often comes as a surprise to many people that there are actually different types of killer whales that inhabit the world’s oceans and two types frequently spend time in the Salish Sea around Victoria. 4 DANGEROUS REMINDERS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ORCAS 3. Killer Whales vs Tiger Shark. I’ll admit, this one is difficult to watch. Like the videos you’ve seen of seals being tossed into the air or the rabbit running away from the wolf, the fact that these images simply portray the realities of the animal kingdom and the food chain doesn’t make it any easier to watch helpless critters staringdown certain death.
WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA Whale Watching & Harbour Air Classic Panorama Seaplane Tour . Take in Victoria by water and air! Cruise the Salish Sea and get acquainted with a vast array of wildlife on board a 3-hour covered or zodiac vessel whale watching tour followed by a panoramic seaplane tour (30 minutes in length with 20 minute flight time) that includes spectacular vistas of downtown Victoria, the Strait of Juan De CONTACT US ABOUT A KILLER WHALE WATCHING TOUR Contact Orca Spirit about killer whale watching tours, boat charters or any other question. CHARTER PRIVATE PARTY BOATS FOR YOUR EVENTS IN VICTORIA MARINE TRANSPORT. Orca Spirit Adventure’s sister company – Orca Spirit Marine Transport, has been providing water-based transportation services to clients in a wide variety industries, including oil & gas, forestry & mining, environmental, entertainment and tourism for over20 years.
MEET THE L-POD ORCAS Updated September 2020. L-Pod orcas make up the largest of the three pods in the Southern Resident Killer Whale population. They the largest pod and they also include the oldest living Southern Resident, Ocean Sun (L-25) who is estimated to have been born in 1928. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT WHALE TOURS WHAT IS THE BEST WHALE WATCHING TOUR IN VICTORIA? Here are four criteria for choosing the best whale watching tour for you: Inside or outside: you can choose the speedy adventure of an open air zodiac tour or the relaxing comfort inside a cruiser tour. Best team in the business: Ensure that company you chose has qualified staff, the knowledge of our orca naturalists is more than a requirement PORT RENFREW WHALE WATCHING Join Orca Spirit for an unhurried adventure along the glacier-carved shoreline of the Juan de Fuca Strait, BC. In addition to whale and wildlife watching, we’ll cruise by the Lighthouse at Carmanah, Sea Lion Rock, Hole in the Wall and the West Coast & Juan de Fuca Trails. SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD Tahlequah, officially named J35, was born in 1998 and is a part of the J-Pod of the Southern Resident Killer Whales. Tahlequah became famous after her long display of grief at the loss of her newborn calf in thesummer of 2018.
THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
WHY CAN'T THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT KILLER WHALE DIET CHANGE In the Pacific Northwest, the Southern Resident Killer Whale population has been facing a crisis that threatens their survival. The crisis is an ever-dwindling supply of Chinook Salmon, their preferred prey, within their range along the western coast of Canada and theUnited States.
BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY Picture a day spent on the coastal waters west of the British Columbia coastline navigating through the tiny islands of Nootka Sound. The shadows of the tall trees play tricks on your eyes as the rippling waves hold your keen ears at the ready. AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING & HARBOUR AIR ADVENTURE. Launch your Sea-to-Sky experience with an eagle eye view aboard a Harbour Air Seaplane flight departing from either Vancouver or Victoria. Next up is an exhilarating 3 hour whale watching adventure on either a covered vessel or zodiac. From $215. WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Orca Spirit has always taken special care to practice respectful whale watching by following strict guidelines around vessel speed, viewing distance, and radio and engine usage. Full Guidelines. Maintain a distance of 200 meters from killer whales and 100 metersRESIDENT ORCAS
Resident orca live in a highly polluted environment, the most harmful chemicals being PCBʼs, DDT, PCBDEʼs, mercury, and other heavy metals. These toxins suppress the immune system, cause cancers, birth defects, and reproductive problems. The orca accumulate these toxins from their food and store them in fat tissue. DOLPHINS, PORPOISES & WHALES OF THE SALISH SEA Porpoises are shorter, stockier animals with flat faces, as opposed to the curved beak of dolphins. Porpoises have two blow holes, whereas dolphins have one. Porpoises have tiny, flat teeth, very different from the large, conical teeth found in dolphins. Porpoise WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSIENT AND RESIDENT What is more obvious is the tendency for Transient orcas to have a sharply pointed tip to their dorsal fin whereas Residents have a more rounded tip to theirs. All killer whales have what is called a saddle patch on their back, which is a greyish-white area just behind and extending below their dorsal fin. MEET THE J-POD ORCAS FROM THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT ORCA J-40 Suttles, Female (2004) Suttles is a member of a very iconic family of Southern Residents. Her great grandmother was Granny (J-2), the oldest known orca in the world who died in 2016 at the age of 105 years old. Suttles is expected to start having her own offspring asshe is
SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD The first, named Spirit (A104), was born in 2013 and the second, Storm (A116) was born in 2017. The sexes of her calves are currently unknown according to the Wild Killer Whale Adoption Program. These 7 Famous Killer Whales have affected the lives of humans everywhere. At Orca Spirit, we strive to provide wildly authentic whale and wildlife FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. Bull Kelp stalks are long, smooth tubes that can look like snakes or tree branches in 4 DANGEROUS REMINDERS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ORCAS 3. Killer Whales vs Tiger Shark. I’ll admit, this one is difficult to watch. Like the videos you’ve seen of seals being tossed into the air or the rabbit running away from the wolf, the fact that these images simply portray the realities of the animal kingdom and the food chain doesn’t make it any easier to watch helpless critters staringdown certain death.
AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING & HARBOUR AIR ADVENTURE. Launch your Sea-to-Sky experience with an eagle eye view aboard a Harbour Air Seaplane flight departing from either Vancouver or Victoria. Next up is an exhilarating 3 hour whale watching adventure on either a covered vessel or zodiac. From $215. WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Orca Spirit has always taken special care to practice respectful whale watching by following strict guidelines around vessel speed, viewing distance, and radio and engine usage. Full Guidelines. Maintain a distance of 200 meters from killer whales and 100 metersRESIDENT ORCAS
Resident orca live in a highly polluted environment, the most harmful chemicals being PCBʼs, DDT, PCBDEʼs, mercury, and other heavy metals. These toxins suppress the immune system, cause cancers, birth defects, and reproductive problems. The orca accumulate these toxins from their food and store them in fat tissue. DOLPHINS, PORPOISES & WHALES OF THE SALISH SEA Porpoises are shorter, stockier animals with flat faces, as opposed to the curved beak of dolphins. Porpoises have two blow holes, whereas dolphins have one. Porpoises have tiny, flat teeth, very different from the large, conical teeth found in dolphins. Porpoise WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSIENT AND RESIDENT What is more obvious is the tendency for Transient orcas to have a sharply pointed tip to their dorsal fin whereas Residents have a more rounded tip to theirs. All killer whales have what is called a saddle patch on their back, which is a greyish-white area just behind and extending below their dorsal fin. MEET THE J-POD ORCAS FROM THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT ORCA J-40 Suttles, Female (2004) Suttles is a member of a very iconic family of Southern Residents. Her great grandmother was Granny (J-2), the oldest known orca in the world who died in 2016 at the age of 105 years old. Suttles is expected to start having her own offspring asshe is
SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD The first, named Spirit (A104), was born in 2013 and the second, Storm (A116) was born in 2017. The sexes of her calves are currently unknown according to the Wild Killer Whale Adoption Program. These 7 Famous Killer Whales have affected the lives of humans everywhere. At Orca Spirit, we strive to provide wildly authentic whale and wildlife FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. Bull Kelp stalks are long, smooth tubes that can look like snakes or tree branches in 4 DANGEROUS REMINDERS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ORCAS 3. Killer Whales vs Tiger Shark. I’ll admit, this one is difficult to watch. Like the videos you’ve seen of seals being tossed into the air or the rabbit running away from the wolf, the fact that these images simply portray the realities of the animal kingdom and the food chain doesn’t make it any easier to watch helpless critters staringdown certain death.
WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA Whale Watching & Harbour Air Classic Panorama Seaplane Tour . Take in Victoria by water and air! Cruise the Salish Sea and get acquainted with a vast array of wildlife on board a 3-hour covered or zodiac vessel whale watching tour followed by a panoramic seaplane tour (30 minutes in length with 20 minute flight time) that includes spectacular vistas of downtown Victoria, the Strait of Juan De CHARTER PRIVATE PARTY BOATS FOR YOUR EVENTS IN VICTORIA Their Transport Canada-certified team of captains and crew safely ferry project teams to and from coastal BC work sites. Orca Spirit Marine’s logistics experts create customized service schedules for site-to-site transportation, educational tours, sightseeing charters and special events, to support an organization’s one-time or longterm needs.
CONTACT US ABOUT A KILLER WHALE WATCHING TOUR MEDIA INQUIRIES. We’d love to tell you our story! For all media inquiries, please email sales@orcaspirit.com, and we will get back to you as soon as we can! For urgent matters, call our office at +1 (250) 383-8411. MEDIA CENTRE. VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING TOURS Our private dock, approximately 70 yards from the Orca Spirit Adventures office in the Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA, at 146 Kingston Street in Victoria, BC. At the Harbour Air Seaplane terminal at 950 Wharf Street in Victoria, BC. Wild Renfrew Guest Services at 17310 Parkinson Road, Port Renfrew BC. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT WHALE TOURS Port Renfrew Zodiac Tour Rates 2019. Adults (15+): $149. Children (6-14): $99. All prices are subject to GST (5%) Every Orca Spirit Adventures guest contributes a $2 Wildlife Conservation Fee, 100% of which goes towards the restoration of the salmon in the Salish Sea. THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
CATALINA ADVENTURE
Cruise In Comfort. The Catalina Adventure is a high speed foil assist 80 foot catamaran specifically designed for marine wildlife viewing. The hydrofoil assist allows it to rise above the waves to provide an exceptionally smooth and stable ride. MEET THE L-POD ORCAS Photo Credit: Rachael Merrett- Orca Spirit Marine Naturalist. L-119 Joy, Female (2012) Joy is a member of a matriline in L-pod who is known to separate from the rest of L-pod for extended periods of time. Joy’s mother is Matia (L-77) and she has a new brother is namedWhistle (L-124).
BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY The Killer Whale is a powerful symbol of prosperity and long life for the aboriginal people of Canada’s west coast. Legends say that the souls of dead fishermen are reincarnated as orca whales, and in the curious case of Luna the Whale, never had there been anything so closely resembling proof. Just days before Luna first appeared inNootka
WHY CAN'T THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT KILLER WHALE DIET CHANGE The struggle to change the Southern Resident Killer Whale diet is further complicated by a lack of physical capability to hunt marine mammals like seals, sea lions, porpoises, and other whales. Southern Residents have smaller, less robust, and dense teeth compared to their mammal-hunting cousins, the Bigg’s Killer Whales. AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING & HARBOUR AIR ADVENTURE. Launch your Sea-to-Sky experience with an eagle eye view aboard a Harbour Air Seaplane flight departing from either Vancouver or Victoria. Next up is an exhilarating 3 hour whale watching adventure on either a covered vessel or zodiac. From $215. WHALE WATCHING TOURS FROM SEATTLE During peak viewing months, our success rate for whale sightings is almost 100%. The local marine wildlife also includes porpoises, sea lions, seals, otters and bald eagles, as well as Humpback, Minke and Gray whales. Every Orca Spirit tour is led by a certified marine naturalist with deep knowledge of Vancouver Island’s marinewildlife.
CHARTER PRIVATE PARTY BOATS FOR YOUR EVENTS IN VICTORIA Their Transport Canada-certified team of captains and crew safely ferry project teams to and from coastal BC work sites. Orca Spirit Marine’s logistics experts create customized service schedules for site-to-site transportation, educational tours, sightseeing charters and special events, to support an organization’s one-time or longterm needs.
WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Orca Spirit has always taken special care to practice respectful whale watching by following strict guidelines around vessel speed, viewing distance, and radio and engine usage. Full Guidelines. Maintain a distance of 200 meters from killer whales and 100 meters DOLPHINS, PORPOISES & WHALES OF THE SALISH SEA Porpoises are shorter, stockier animals with flat faces, as opposed to the curved beak of dolphins. Porpoises have two blow holes, whereas dolphins have one. Porpoises have tiny, flat teeth, very different from the large, conical teeth found in dolphins. Porpoise THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD The first, named Spirit (A104), was born in 2013 and the second, Storm (A116) was born in 2017. The sexes of her calves are currently unknown according to the Wild Killer Whale Adoption Program. These 7 Famous Killer Whales have affected the lives of humans everywhere. At Orca Spirit, we strive to provide wildly authentic whale and wildlife FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. Bull Kelp stalks are long, smooth tubes that can look like snakes or tree branches in BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY The Killer Whale is a powerful symbol of prosperity and long life for the aboriginal people of Canada’s west coast. Legends say that the souls of dead fishermen are reincarnated as orca whales, and in the curious case of Luna the Whale, never had there been anything so closely resembling proof. Just days before Luna first appeared inNootka
AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING & HARBOUR AIR ADVENTURE. Launch your Sea-to-Sky experience with an eagle eye view aboard a Harbour Air Seaplane flight departing from either Vancouver or Victoria. Next up is an exhilarating 3 hour whale watching adventure on either a covered vessel or zodiac. From $215. WHALE WATCHING TOURS FROM SEATTLE During peak viewing months, our success rate for whale sightings is almost 100%. The local marine wildlife also includes porpoises, sea lions, seals, otters and bald eagles, as well as Humpback, Minke and Gray whales. Every Orca Spirit tour is led by a certified marine naturalist with deep knowledge of Vancouver Island’s marinewildlife.
CHARTER PRIVATE PARTY BOATS FOR YOUR EVENTS IN VICTORIA Their Transport Canada-certified team of captains and crew safely ferry project teams to and from coastal BC work sites. Orca Spirit Marine’s logistics experts create customized service schedules for site-to-site transportation, educational tours, sightseeing charters and special events, to support an organization’s one-time or longterm needs.
WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Orca Spirit has always taken special care to practice respectful whale watching by following strict guidelines around vessel speed, viewing distance, and radio and engine usage. Full Guidelines. Maintain a distance of 200 meters from killer whales and 100 meters DOLPHINS, PORPOISES & WHALES OF THE SALISH SEA Porpoises are shorter, stockier animals with flat faces, as opposed to the curved beak of dolphins. Porpoises have two blow holes, whereas dolphins have one. Porpoises have tiny, flat teeth, very different from the large, conical teeth found in dolphins. Porpoise THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD The first, named Spirit (A104), was born in 2013 and the second, Storm (A116) was born in 2017. The sexes of her calves are currently unknown according to the Wild Killer Whale Adoption Program. These 7 Famous Killer Whales have affected the lives of humans everywhere. At Orca Spirit, we strive to provide wildly authentic whale and wildlife FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. Bull Kelp stalks are long, smooth tubes that can look like snakes or tree branches in BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY The Killer Whale is a powerful symbol of prosperity and long life for the aboriginal people of Canada’s west coast. Legends say that the souls of dead fishermen are reincarnated as orca whales, and in the curious case of Luna the Whale, never had there been anything so closely resembling proof. Just days before Luna first appeared inNootka
WHY ORCA SPIRIT
Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. CONTACT US ABOUT A KILLER WHALE WATCHING TOUR MEDIA INQUIRIES. We’d love to tell you our story! For all media inquiries, please email sales@orcaspirit.com, and we will get back to you as soon as we can! For urgent matters, call our office at +1 (250) 383-8411. MEDIA CENTRE. THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING TOURS Our private dock, approximately 70 yards from the Orca Spirit Adventures office in the Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA, at 146 Kingston Street in Victoria, BC. At the Harbour Air Seaplane terminal at 950 Wharf Street in Victoria, BC. Wild Renfrew Guest Services at 17310 Parkinson Road, Port Renfrew BC. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT WHALE TOURS Port Renfrew Zodiac Tour Rates 2019. Adults (15+): $149. Children (6-14): $99. All prices are subject to GST (5%) Every Orca Spirit Adventures guest contributes a $2 Wildlife Conservation Fee, 100% of which goes towards the restoration of the salmon in the Salish Sea. MEET THE J-POD ORCAS FROM THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT ORCA J-40 Suttles, Female (2004) Suttles is a member of a very iconic family of Southern Residents. Her great grandmother was Granny (J-2), the oldest known orca in the world who died in 2016 at the age of 105 years old. Suttles is expected to start having her own offspring asshe is
BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY The Killer Whale is a powerful symbol of prosperity and long life for the aboriginal people of Canada’s west coast. Legends say that the souls of dead fishermen are reincarnated as orca whales, and in the curious case of Luna the Whale, never had there been anything so closely resembling proof. Just days before Luna first appeared inNootka
VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT After taking many photos and monitoring their behaviour, we determined that they were actually K Pod Southern Resident Killer Whales. This ecotype eats salmon, which they find using echolocation. K Pod is the smallest of the three (J, K, L) Southern Resident Killer Whale pods. There are currently 17 individuals in K Pod out of only 71 remaining 4 DANGEROUS REMINDERS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ORCAS 3. Killer Whales vs Tiger Shark. I’ll admit, this one is difficult to watch. Like the videos you’ve seen of seals being tossed into the air or the rabbit running away from the wolf, the fact that these images simply portray the realities of the animal kingdom and the food chain doesn’t make it any easier to watch helpless critters staringdown certain death.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSIENT AND RESIDENT What is more obvious is the tendency for Transient orcas to have a sharply pointed tip to their dorsal fin whereas Residents have a more rounded tip to theirs. All killer whales have what is called a saddle patch on their back, which is a greyish-white area just behind and extending below their dorsal fin. AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING & HARBOUR AIR ADVENTURE. Launch your Sea-to-Sky experience with an eagle eye view aboard a Harbour Air Seaplane flight departing from either Vancouver or Victoria. Next up is an exhilarating 3 hour whale watching adventure on either a covered vessel or zodiac. From $215. WHALE WATCHING TOURS FROM SEATTLE During peak viewing months, our success rate for whale sightings is almost 100%. The local marine wildlife also includes porpoises, sea lions, seals, otters and bald eagles, as well as Humpback, Minke and Gray whales. Every Orca Spirit tour is led by a certified marine naturalist with deep knowledge of Vancouver Island’s marinewildlife.
CHARTER PRIVATE PARTY BOATS FOR YOUR EVENTS IN VICTORIA Their Transport Canada-certified team of captains and crew safely ferry project teams to and from coastal BC work sites. Orca Spirit Marine’s logistics experts create customized service schedules for site-to-site transportation, educational tours, sightseeing charters and special events, to support an organization’s one-time or longterm needs.
WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Orca Spirit has always taken special care to practice respectful whale watching by following strict guidelines around vessel speed, viewing distance, and radio and engine usage. Full Guidelines. Maintain a distance of 200 meters from killer whales and 100 meters DOLPHINS, PORPOISES & WHALES OF THE SALISH SEA Porpoises are shorter, stockier animals with flat faces, as opposed to the curved beak of dolphins. Porpoises have two blow holes, whereas dolphins have one. Porpoises have tiny, flat teeth, very different from the large, conical teeth found in dolphins. Porpoise THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD The first, named Spirit (A104), was born in 2013 and the second, Storm (A116) was born in 2017. The sexes of her calves are currently unknown according to the Wild Killer Whale Adoption Program. These 7 Famous Killer Whales have affected the lives of humans everywhere. At Orca Spirit, we strive to provide wildly authentic whale and wildlife FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. Bull Kelp stalks are long, smooth tubes that can look like snakes or tree branches in BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY The Killer Whale is a powerful symbol of prosperity and long life for the aboriginal people of Canada’s west coast. Legends say that the souls of dead fishermen are reincarnated as orca whales, and in the curious case of Luna the Whale, never had there been anything so closely resembling proof. Just days before Luna first appeared inNootka
AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING & HARBOUR AIR ADVENTURE. Launch your Sea-to-Sky experience with an eagle eye view aboard a Harbour Air Seaplane flight departing from either Vancouver or Victoria. Next up is an exhilarating 3 hour whale watching adventure on either a covered vessel or zodiac. From $215. WHALE WATCHING TOURS FROM SEATTLE During peak viewing months, our success rate for whale sightings is almost 100%. The local marine wildlife also includes porpoises, sea lions, seals, otters and bald eagles, as well as Humpback, Minke and Gray whales. Every Orca Spirit tour is led by a certified marine naturalist with deep knowledge of Vancouver Island’s marinewildlife.
CHARTER PRIVATE PARTY BOATS FOR YOUR EVENTS IN VICTORIA Their Transport Canada-certified team of captains and crew safely ferry project teams to and from coastal BC work sites. Orca Spirit Marine’s logistics experts create customized service schedules for site-to-site transportation, educational tours, sightseeing charters and special events, to support an organization’s one-time or longterm needs.
WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Orca Spirit has always taken special care to practice respectful whale watching by following strict guidelines around vessel speed, viewing distance, and radio and engine usage. Full Guidelines. Maintain a distance of 200 meters from killer whales and 100 meters DOLPHINS, PORPOISES & WHALES OF THE SALISH SEA Porpoises are shorter, stockier animals with flat faces, as opposed to the curved beak of dolphins. Porpoises have two blow holes, whereas dolphins have one. Porpoises have tiny, flat teeth, very different from the large, conical teeth found in dolphins. Porpoise THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD The first, named Spirit (A104), was born in 2013 and the second, Storm (A116) was born in 2017. The sexes of her calves are currently unknown according to the Wild Killer Whale Adoption Program. These 7 Famous Killer Whales have affected the lives of humans everywhere. At Orca Spirit, we strive to provide wildly authentic whale and wildlife FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. Bull Kelp stalks are long, smooth tubes that can look like snakes or tree branches in BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY The Killer Whale is a powerful symbol of prosperity and long life for the aboriginal people of Canada’s west coast. Legends say that the souls of dead fishermen are reincarnated as orca whales, and in the curious case of Luna the Whale, never had there been anything so closely resembling proof. Just days before Luna first appeared inNootka
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Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light. CONTACT US ABOUT A KILLER WHALE WATCHING TOUR MEDIA INQUIRIES. We’d love to tell you our story! For all media inquiries, please email sales@orcaspirit.com, and we will get back to you as soon as we can! For urgent matters, call our office at +1 (250) 383-8411. MEDIA CENTRE. THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING TOURS Our private dock, approximately 70 yards from the Orca Spirit Adventures office in the Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA, at 146 Kingston Street in Victoria, BC. At the Harbour Air Seaplane terminal at 950 Wharf Street in Victoria, BC. Wild Renfrew Guest Services at 17310 Parkinson Road, Port Renfrew BC. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT WHALE TOURS Port Renfrew Zodiac Tour Rates 2019. Adults (15+): $149. Children (6-14): $99. All prices are subject to GST (5%) Every Orca Spirit Adventures guest contributes a $2 Wildlife Conservation Fee, 100% of which goes towards the restoration of the salmon in the Salish Sea. MEET THE J-POD ORCAS FROM THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT ORCA J-40 Suttles, Female (2004) Suttles is a member of a very iconic family of Southern Residents. Her great grandmother was Granny (J-2), the oldest known orca in the world who died in 2016 at the age of 105 years old. Suttles is expected to start having her own offspring asshe is
BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY The Killer Whale is a powerful symbol of prosperity and long life for the aboriginal people of Canada’s west coast. Legends say that the souls of dead fishermen are reincarnated as orca whales, and in the curious case of Luna the Whale, never had there been anything so closely resembling proof. Just days before Luna first appeared inNootka
VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT After taking many photos and monitoring their behaviour, we determined that they were actually K Pod Southern Resident Killer Whales. This ecotype eats salmon, which they find using echolocation. K Pod is the smallest of the three (J, K, L) Southern Resident Killer Whale pods. There are currently 17 individuals in K Pod out of only 71 remaining 4 DANGEROUS REMINDERS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ORCAS 3. Killer Whales vs Tiger Shark. I’ll admit, this one is difficult to watch. Like the videos you’ve seen of seals being tossed into the air or the rabbit running away from the wolf, the fact that these images simply portray the realities of the animal kingdom and the food chain doesn’t make it any easier to watch helpless critters staringdown certain death.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSIENT AND RESIDENT What is more obvious is the tendency for Transient orcas to have a sharply pointed tip to their dorsal fin whereas Residents have a more rounded tip to theirs. All killer whales have what is called a saddle patch on their back, which is a greyish-white area just behind and extending below their dorsal fin. AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC The best whale watching tours on Vancouver Island. Whale sighting guarantee on daily tours year-round. Book your authentic whalewatching tour now!
WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA Whale Watching & Harbour Air Classic Panorama Seaplane Tour . Take in Victoria by water and air! Cruise the Salish Sea and get acquainted with a vast array of wildlife on board a 3-hour covered or zodiac vessel whale watching tour followed by a panoramic seaplane tour (30 minutes in length with 20 minute flight time) that includes spectacular vistas of downtown Victoria, the Strait of Juan De WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Cruise the Strait of Juan de Fuca **Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, this package is currently suspended** With floor to ceiling windows, abundant exterior decks and an enclosed solarium, the M.V. Coho Ferry provides passengers with stunning views of the waters along the Strait of Juan de Fuca enroute to Victoria, BC. WHALE WATCHING TOURS FROM SEATTLE Cruise Puget Sound **Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, this package is currently suspended** The high-speed Victoria Clipper passenger ferry from Seattle cruises through Puget Sound enroute to Victoria’sInner Harbour.
CHARTER PRIVATE PARTY BOATS FOR YOUR EVENTS IN VICTORIA MARINE TRANSPORT. Orca Spirit Adventure’s sister company – Orca Spirit Marine Transport, has been providing water-based transportation services to clients in a wide variety industries, including oil & gas, forestry & mining, environmental, entertainment and tourism for over20 years.
DOLPHINS, PORPOISES & WHALES OF THE SALISH SEA Dall’s Porpoise. It is a common mistake for people to assume that the words porpoise and dolphin are synonyms describing the same animals. In fact, porpoises and dolphins are two separate groups of cetaceans with many physical differences. THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD Tahlequah, officially named J35, was born in 1998 and is a part of the J-Pod of the Southern Resident Killer Whales. Tahlequah became famous after her long display of grief at the loss of her newborn calf in thesummer of 2018.
FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp. Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY Picture a day spent on the coastal waters west of the British Columbia coastline navigating through the tiny islands of Nootka Sound. The shadows of the tall trees play tricks on your eyes as the rippling waves hold your keen ears at the ready. AUTHENTIC WHALE WATCHING TOURS IN BC The best whale watching tours on Vancouver Island. Whale sighting guarantee on daily tours year-round. Book your authentic whalewatching tour now!
WHALE WATCHING PACKAGES FROM VANCOUVER & VICTORIA Whale Watching & Harbour Air Classic Panorama Seaplane Tour . Take in Victoria by water and air! Cruise the Salish Sea and get acquainted with a vast array of wildlife on board a 3-hour covered or zodiac vessel whale watching tour followed by a panoramic seaplane tour (30 minutes in length with 20 minute flight time) that includes spectacular vistas of downtown Victoria, the Strait of Juan De WHALE WATCHING FROM PORT ANGELES Cruise the Strait of Juan de Fuca **Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, this package is currently suspended** With floor to ceiling windows, abundant exterior decks and an enclosed solarium, the M.V. Coho Ferry provides passengers with stunning views of the waters along the Strait of Juan de Fuca enroute to Victoria, BC. WHALE WATCHING TOURS FROM SEATTLE Cruise Puget Sound **Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, this package is currently suspended** The high-speed Victoria Clipper passenger ferry from Seattle cruises through Puget Sound enroute to Victoria’sInner Harbour.
CHARTER PRIVATE PARTY BOATS FOR YOUR EVENTS IN VICTORIA MARINE TRANSPORT. Orca Spirit Adventure’s sister company – Orca Spirit Marine Transport, has been providing water-based transportation services to clients in a wide variety industries, including oil & gas, forestry & mining, environmental, entertainment and tourism for over20 years.
DOLPHINS, PORPOISES & WHALES OF THE SALISH SEA Dall’s Porpoise. It is a common mistake for people to assume that the words porpoise and dolphin are synonyms describing the same animals. In fact, porpoises and dolphins are two separate groups of cetaceans with many physical differences. THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
SEVEN FAMOUS KILLER WHALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD Tahlequah, officially named J35, was born in 1998 and is a part of the J-Pod of the Southern Resident Killer Whales. Tahlequah became famous after her long display of grief at the loss of her newborn calf in thesummer of 2018.
FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP OF THE SALISH SEA Bull Kelp. Bull Kelp is a type of brown algae, which happens to be the fastest growing organism in the world. Bull Kelp forms massive kelp forests that are used by dozens of species from sea urchins and fish to seals, sea lions and whales. BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY Picture a day spent on the coastal waters west of the British Columbia coastline navigating through the tiny islands of Nootka Sound. The shadows of the tall trees play tricks on your eyes as the rippling waves hold your keen ears at the ready. CONTACT US ABOUT A KILLER WHALE WATCHING TOUR Contact Orca Spirit about killer whale watching tours, boat charters or any other question.WHY ORCA SPIRIT
VICTORIA’S PREMIER WHALE WATCHING COMPANY. With daily departures from multiple locations, the largest selection of open and covered boats, free shuttle service, and a passionate team who does everything possible to make sure you have an amazing experience, we are Victoria’s whale and wildlife watching tour company of choice for guests from around the world. VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING TOURS Victoria whale watching is the best in the world. Come meet orcas, humpbacks & other wildlife of the Salish Sea with Orca Spirit. Booknow!
VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING & BC FERRIES VACATIONS ADVENTURE Victoria Whale Watching & BC Ferries Vacations Adventure. This package includes return ferry with BC Ferries between Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island and a vehicle including reservations, two nights at Inn at Laurel Point in Victoria, and a 3-hour whale watching tour! PORT RENFREW WHALE WATCHING & BC FERRIES VACATIONS Whale and Wildlife Watching Tour. Port Renfrew is known worldwide for its whale watching and marine wildlife viewing opportunities. In addition to the abundance of whale and wildlife watching, we’ll cruise by Sea Lion Rock, Hole in the Wall and the West Coast & Juan THE ORCA FAMILIES LIVING IN BC’S COASTAL WATERS There’s really no substitute for the real thing, and when it comes to animals – wild animals living their lives as they’ve done for thousands of years – the behaviours we’re fortunate enough to witness drive this point home. For Orca Spirit’s Rachael Merrett, anencounter with an
OPEN OR COVERED VESSEL? The zodiac boat is a safe ocean-going craft that’s a fun and different way to experience whale watching. With a maximum of 12 passengers, the boat is never overcrowded. VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: THE SOUTHERN RESIDENT Sunday, July 26th, 2020 – 12pm Covered Vessel Tour This morning our covered vessel, along with two zodiacs, headed out into the Juan de Fuca Strait in search of wildlife. After a bit of travelling, Captain Jordan stopped the boat because he had seen some Killer Whales ahead of us. Upon arrival we thought these WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSIENT AND RESIDENT Photo Credit: Rachael Merrett (Orca Spirit Adventures) It often comes as a surprise to many people that there are actually different types of killer whales that inhabit the world’s oceans and two types frequently spend time in the Salish Sea around Victoria. BC’S FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE & THE TRAGIC, MYSTERIOUS STORY Picture a day spent on the coastal waters west of the British Columbia coastline navigating through the tiny islands of Nootka Sound. The shadows of the tall trees play tricks on your eyes as the rippling waves hold your keen ears at the ready. Orca Spirit Adventures* Tours
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TOP RATED BY GUESTS ON TRIPADVISOR Brilliant! Amazing! A Dream Come True! It’s easy to see why guests give Orca Spirit whale watching tours a big thumbs up. WHALE SIGHTING GUARANTEE We don’t stop at a 98% success rate. If your tour doesn’t experience a sighting, we’ll invite you to join us again. BEST SELECTION OF OPEN & COVERED BOATS From luxury yachts to wind-in-your-hair zodiacs, we operate Victoria’s biggest fleet of fully equipped and certified vessels. FREE DOWNTOWN HOTEL SHUTTLE SERVICE Hop on our courtesy shuttle for a short trip from your downtown Victoria hotel to our dock and back, or elsewhere in the city core.THRILLING TOURS
Orca Spirit’s three hour whale watching tours run daily from April through October. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light.TOURS FROM
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“BEST EVER WHALE WATCHING TOUR!” “Superlatives galore! No doubt aided by the most fabulous weather and a calm sea, today my family and I had an unforgettable day out sighting Orca, Seal, Sealion and Humpback with Greg and his crew. Beautiful scenery and the crew’s humour and local natural history knowledge really enhanced our experience.” AGOOHOSTELACCRA, GHANA “FANTASTIC TRIP, GREAT WILDLIFE! “Fantastic trip – wasn’t just about the Orcas (although they were brilliant!), we saw humpback whale, sea otter, bald eagle, sea lions, harbour and elephant seals too. Staff onboard were really knowledgeable and the backdrop of the mountains in Washington State was just spectacular. All in all, a great trip and sensitivelydone.”
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“WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!” “The trip lasts about 3 hrs – and it is awesome!! The staff is extremely knowledgeable and attentive. We saw orca and humpback whales – an amazing experience. This is an extremely professional organization with a group of very professional staff. Having sponsored a whale for many many years it was, for me, a dream come true – an experience that will stay with me for the rest of my life – thank you Orca Spirit Adventures.”15NAPLES, UK
“BEST EVER WHALE WATCHING TOUR!” “Superlatives galore! No doubt aided by the most fabulous weather and a calm sea, today my family and I had an unforgettable day out sighting Orca, Seal, Sealion and Humpback with Greg and his crew. Beautiful scenery and the crew’s humour and local natural history knowledge really enhanced our experience.” AGOOHOSTELACCRA, GHANA “FANTASTIC TRIP, GREAT WILDLIFE! “Fantastic trip – wasn’t just about the Orcas (although they were brilliant!), we saw humpback whale, sea otter, bald eagle, sea lions, harbour and elephant seals too. Staff onboard were really knowledgeable and the backdrop of the mountains in Washington State was just spectacular. All in all, a great trip and sensitivelydone.”
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“WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!” “The trip lasts about 3 hrs – and it is awesome!! The staff is extremely knowledgeable and attentive. We saw orca and humpback whales – an amazing experience. This is an extremely professional organization with a group of very professional staff. Having sponsored a whale for many many years it was, for me, a dream come true – an experience that will stay with me for the rest of my life – thank you Orca Spirit Adventures.”15NAPLES, UK
“BEST EVER WHALE WATCHING TOUR!” “Superlatives galore! No doubt aided by the most fabulous weather and a calm sea, today my family and I had an unforgettable day out sighting Orca, Seal, Sealion and Humpback with Greg and his crew. Beautiful scenery and the crew’s humour and local natural history knowledge really enhanced our experience.” AGOOHOSTELACCRA, GHANAprev
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We’ve been creating extraordinary whale watching and marine wildlife experiences for guests from around the world for over 20 years. MOST EXPERIENCED & KNOWLEDGEABLE TEAM Your tour is led by a certified Marine Naturalist. Not only are they experts in ecology and wildlife, they’re also trained in emergencyduties.
VICTORIA’S LARGEST & BEST SELECTION OF BOATS From yachts to zodiacs, we operate Victoria’s finest fleet of Transport Canada-certified whale watching and private charter vessels. MULTIPLE AWARD WINNING COMPANY From climate action and sustainability awards to Business of the Year, we’re proud to show off our gold star standings. LEADERS IN RESPONSIBLE ECO-TOURISM We’ve been protecting our natural surroundings and improving the social and economic well being of local communities for over 20 years. SERIOUS ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY We believe that our presence shouldn’t have a negative impact on the environment, so we’re doing everything we can to preserve the spectacular natural surroundings we do business in. From carbon neutral tours and local sourcing, to extensive recycling and energy and water efficiency initiatives, our many sustainable business practices are helping protect the planet for future generations.LEARN MORE
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THE CAPTAIN’S BLOG VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: BIGG'S KILLER WHALES & RACE ROCKSECOLOGICAL RESERVE
October 16, 2019
Morning Tour This morning we headed south to search towards the middle of the Juan de Fuca Strait for wildlife. Shortly after departing the harbor we received a call from one of our zodiac vessels searching the coastline, wildlife had been found! We flipped a u-turn and headed towards the sighting. While approaching, we were VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: 3 HUMPBACK WHALES & RACE ROCKSECOLOGICAL RESERVE
October 15, 2019
10am Tour! Guests and crew were eager to start our whale watching adventure this morning as we boarded the Orca Spirit and entered the Juan de Fuca Strait. We started our search for puffy, white blows, fins and splashes by heading south and west towards the Olympic Pennisula of Washington. We moved west of Race VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: HUMPBACK WHALES & THE STELLER SEALIONS OF RACE ROCKS
October 14, 2019
Morning Tour! This morning we headed southwest in search of wildlife. We were fortunate to be one of the first whale watching vessels on scene with a couple of humpback whales. These animals are in our area from April to November but are known to stick around during the winter. Last winter, we had VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: THE PINNIPEDS OF RACE ROCKS ECOLOGICALRESERVE & MORE!
October 13, 2019
Morning Tour! On this trip, we got to visit a few ecological reserves, starting with Race Rocks Ecological Reserve. This is one of the only Pinniped haul-out sites in the world with four different species that are regular there. Race Rocks is home to Harbour Seals, Californian Sea Lions, Steller Sea Lions, and in VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: "T-PARTY", AN EPIC GATHERING OF MAMMAL-HUNTING KILLER WHALES!October 12, 2019
10AM Tour! Our whale watching tours this October continues to be very successful when it comes to viewing wildlife. Today we were in for a treat with reports of mammal-hunting killer whales known as Bigg’s or Transient orcas, south of the city of Victoria. We cruised in that direction and started to see the tall, VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: MULTIPLE HUMPBACK WHALES & THE WILDLIFE OF RACE ROCKS ECOLOGICAL RESERVE!October 24, 2019
10am Tour! We were excited to get on the water this morning and search for west coast wildlife in the Salish Sea! After just thirty minutes traveling southwest, Captain Jordan spotted at least 5 humpback whales exhaling ahead of us! It was humpback-palooza out there! We slowed our vessel down to a creep to make VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: "BIG MAMA" THE HUMPBACK WHALE & FURRY FRIENDS AT RACE ROCKS!October 22, 2019
10am Tour! Each morning is the start of a new adventure on the Salish Sea as nature is constantly changing. With guests aboard the speedy Orca Spirit, we set course southwest into the Juan de Fuca Strait. We do not always find whales in the first 20 minutes of a trip, buttoday was a
VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: BREACHING HUMPBACK WHALE!October 19, 2019
Afternoon Tour! It was a windy afternoon on the Juan de Fuca Strait with white caps whipping up in all directions. Fortunately, whales exhale really high into the air, so we are still able to find them on choppy waters. We cruised the shoreline west towards Race Rocks Lighthouse. We went right into the islands VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: HUMPBACK WHALES MMZ0041 "PONG" ANDBCX1251 "ORION"!
October 17, 2019
1:15pm tour! For our chartered tour today we headed south in search of wildlife. Not long into our journey, we spotted the tall exhales of a couple of humpbacks. These baleen whales are traveling thousands of kilometers to reach this area to feed. They are a migratory animal as they spend their year in VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: "BIG MAMA" THE HUMPBACK WHALE, SEA LIONS & A BALD EAGLE!October 17, 2019
Morning Tour! On this morning’s whale watching adventure, we decided to head south and west of the Victoria Harbour to start our search for whales and other marine wildlife. We stopped to check out a giant bait ball where hundreds and hundreds of birds were gathered at the surface, picking off small fish from VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: BIGG'S KILLER WHALES & RACE ROCKSECOLOGICAL RESERVE
October 16, 2019
Morning Tour This morning we headed south to search towards the middle of the Juan de Fuca Strait for wildlife. Shortly after departing the harbor we received a call from one of our zodiac vessels searching the coastline, wildlife had been found! We flipped a u-turn and headed towards the sighting. While approaching, we were VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: 3 HUMPBACK WHALES & RACE ROCKSECOLOGICAL RESERVE
October 15, 2019
10am Tour! Guests and crew were eager to start our whale watching adventure this morning as we boarded the Orca Spirit and entered the Juan de Fuca Strait. We started our search for puffy, white blows, fins and splashes by heading south and west towards the Olympic Pennisula of Washington. We moved west of Race VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: HUMPBACK WHALES & THE STELLER SEALIONS OF RACE ROCKS
October 14, 2019
Morning Tour! This morning we headed southwest in search of wildlife. We were fortunate to be one of the first whale watching vessels on scene with a couple of humpback whales. These animals are in our area from April to November but are known to stick around during the winter. Last winter, we had VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: THE PINNIPEDS OF RACE ROCKS ECOLOGICALRESERVE & MORE!
October 13, 2019
Morning Tour! On this trip, we got to visit a few ecological reserves, starting with Race Rocks Ecological Reserve. This is one of the only Pinniped haul-out sites in the world with four different species that are regular there. Race Rocks is home to Harbour Seals, Californian Sea Lions, Steller Sea Lions, and in VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: "T-PARTY", AN EPIC GATHERING OF MAMMAL-HUNTING KILLER WHALES!October 12, 2019
10AM Tour! Our whale watching tours this October continues to be very successful when it comes to viewing wildlife. Today we were in for a treat with reports of mammal-hunting killer whales known as Bigg’s or Transient orcas, south of the city of Victoria. We cruised in that direction and started to see the tall, VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: MULTIPLE HUMPBACK WHALES & THE WILDLIFE OF RACE ROCKS ECOLOGICAL RESERVE!October 24, 2019
10am Tour! We were excited to get on the water this morning and search for west coast wildlife in the Salish Sea! After just thirty minutes traveling southwest, Captain Jordan spotted at least 5 humpback whales exhaling ahead of us! It was humpback-palooza out there! We slowed our vessel down to a creep to make VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: "BIG MAMA" THE HUMPBACK WHALE & FURRY FRIENDS AT RACE ROCKS!October 22, 2019
10am Tour! Each morning is the start of a new adventure on the Salish Sea as nature is constantly changing. With guests aboard the speedy Orca Spirit, we set course southwest into the Juan de Fuca Strait. We do not always find whales in the first 20 minutes of a trip, buttoday was a
VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: BREACHING HUMPBACK WHALE!October 19, 2019
Afternoon Tour! It was a windy afternoon on the Juan de Fuca Strait with white caps whipping up in all directions. Fortunately, whales exhale really high into the air, so we are still able to find them on choppy waters. We cruised the shoreline west towards Race Rocks Lighthouse. We went right into the islands VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: HUMPBACK WHALES MMZ0041 "PONG" ANDBCX1251 "ORION"!
October 17, 2019
1:15pm tour! For our chartered tour today we headed south in search of wildlife. Not long into our journey, we spotted the tall exhales of a couple of humpbacks. These baleen whales are traveling thousands of kilometers to reach this area to feed. They are a migratory animal as they spend their year in VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING REPORT: "BIG MAMA" THE HUMPBACK WHALE, SEA LIONS & A BALD EAGLE!October 17, 2019
Morning Tour! On this morning’s whale watching adventure, we decided to head south and west of the Victoria Harbour to start our search for whales and other marine wildlife. We stopped to check out a giant bait ball where hundreds and hundreds of birds were gathered at the surface, picking off small fish fromprev
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