Victoria Zodiac Vessel Tour, Victoria

This tour is a 3-hour whale watching & wildlife tour on board a 12-passenger zodiac vessel. These custom built open-aired boats offer an exhilarating ride in all weather conditions. We provide full cruiser suits and give you plenty of opportunity to capture that once-in-a-lifetime photo!

What´s Included 

• 3 hour, 100% carbon neutral Victoria whale watching tour
•  Full length cruiser suits (XS to XXL) for protection from ocean spray and cool air (Zodiac tours only)
•  Free hotel shuttle pick-up & drop off
•  Certified Marine Naturalist/Biologist on board each whale watching tour
•  Wildlife identification kits
•  Whale Guarantee, Complimentary Return Tour if No Whale Sightings
•  $4 Wildlife Conservation Fee that contributes to the restoration of the salmon in the Salish Sea
•  A safe and comfortable experience backed by our perfect safety record

Highlights

• SALISH SEA WILDLIFE - Almost 200 species of mammals and birds call the Salish Sea waterways surrounding southern Vancouver Island home, relying on its delicate marine ecosystem for food and habitat.
• RACE ROCKS ECO RESERVE - Race Rocks is a designated Marine Protected Area. To preserve its special ecosystem of plants, animals and biological diversity, access is restricted to scientific and educational purposes.
• VICTORIA’S INNER HARBOUR - A hub of activity day and night, the Harbour is a base for small cruise ships, float planes and recreational boats. It comes alive during summer months with festivals, music and fresh local cuisine.

Check-in Details: 

Check in time is 30 minutes prior to tour departure.

What to Bring: 

Please remember to dress warmly as it does get colder out on the water. You can also bring your sunglasses, camera, tight fitting hat, sunscreen, and a sense of adventure!

Do not forget to bring your re-usable water bottle to fill at our office or purchase a take home souvenir of your own as we no longer sell plastic bottled water.

Special Requirements:

We believe that it’s possible to provide an educational experience to guests while respecting the whale’s natural habitat. 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.

Restrictions:

• Not recommended for persons with current or previous neck or back injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant guests.
• There is a minimum height restriction of 120 cm or 4 feet for this style of vessel.

Extras:

We acknowledge the importance of proper sanitization of all high touchpoints, including vessels, check-in locations, equipment, and washrooms, and are committed to ensuring a high standard of cleanliness for our guests and crew.

• April 1st - 30th: 10:00am and 2:00pm
• May 1st - Aug 31st: 09:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm
• Sept 1st . 30th: 09:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm  
• Oct 1st - 31st: 10:00am and 2:00pm