Vancouver: Day Trip in Victoria by Seaplane & Whale Watching

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Experience a scenic seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria, followed by a thrilling 3-hour whale-watching boat tour. Afterward, enjoy free time in Victoria before your return flight to Vancouver.

Highlights

  • Round-trip scenic seaplane flights between Vancouver and Victoria
  • 3-hour whale-watching boat tour
  • Encounter orcas, humpbacks, and marine wildlife
  • Expert guides provide fascinating insights
  • Free time to explore downtown Victoria before returning to Vancouver

Description

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see whales and other incredible marine wildlife up close! Embark on an unforgettable full-day adventure, combining a scenic seaplane flight with a thrilling whale-watching boat tour. Your journey begins at the Vancouver Seaplane Terminal, where you'll board a Harbour Air seaplane for a spectacular 35-minute flight from Vancouver Harbour to Victoria. As you take off, soak in breathtaking aerial views of iconic Vancouver landmarks—glide past Stanley Park, fly over the Lions Gate Bridge, and look down on the shimmering waters of Burrard Inlet and the expansive Strait of Georgia. It’s a jaw-dropping start to your day of discovery. Harbour Air, the world’s largest all-seaplane airline, offers a smooth and scenic ride across the Gulf Islands, providing a stunning perspective on BC’s coastal beauty before you land in Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Upon arrival, you’ll check in with Orca Spirit Adventures and join a three-hour whale-watching tour. Led by expert naturalists, you’ll travel through the ecologically rich waters surrounding Southern Vancouver Island in search of orcas, humpbacks, gray whales, and other marine wildlife. You may also encounter seals, sea lions, porpoises, and seabirds, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the Pacific Northwest. This tour is an unparalleled adventure for wildlife lovers and photography enthusiasts. Seeing whales breach or a pod of orcas gliding through the water is an experience you’ll never forget—so don’t forget your camera! Sample Itinerary: 7:50 am – Arrive for tour check-in at Harbour Air’s downtown Vancouver terminal 8:30 am – Scenic 35-minute flight to Victoria (views of Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, Burrard Inlet, Strait of Georgia, and the Gulf Islands) 9:30 am – Check-in at Orca Spirit Adventures for whale-watching tour 10:00 am – Embark on a 3-hour whale-watching boat tour 1:00 pm – Free time to explore downtown Victoria 4:30 pm – Return flight to Vancouver This exciting tour blends the thrill of flight, the wonder of marine wildlife, and the natural beauty of British Columbia’s coastline, making it a must-do for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Note: Times may vary depending on the flight time selected.

Includes

Return airfare between downtown Vancouver and Victoria Whale-watching tour Guide

Important Information

  • Whale watching tour takes place in a Zodiac or a Covered Boat Please note, the whale watching tour takes 3 hours For the Zodiac tour children must be a minimum of 6 years oldAll passengers 18 years and above must present either one piece of valid government issued photo identification, or two pieces of government-issued identification without a photograph Passengers must arrive at the terminal at least 40 minutes before the scheduled departure time, and be fully checked-in 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Passengers not checked-in before the check-in cutoff times will not be able to board their scheduled flight and will not be refunded their fare. If travelling with children, please be aware that the child fare applies to children aged 2-11 at the time of departure.

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