Vancouver↔Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Whale Watching by Boat
Overview
Fly from Vancouver to Victoria on a 35-minute flight by seaplane and search for Orcas on a whale watching cruise on Haro Strait. Be kind to the environment with the most environmentally friendly form of transport between Vancouver and the mainland - carbon offset levy included! Upon arrival in Victoria set off on an exciting 3-hour cruise through Haro Strait, native home to orcas (killer whales), sea lions and seals, followed by a return flight to the mainland. This unique opportunity to see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat will bring you insight that no aquarium can provide.
What's Included
- Taxes and sustainability fees.
- Whale-watching cruise
- Roundtrip scenic seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria
- Gratuities
- Food and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Meeting Location
1055 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Harbour Air Seaplanes
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Gulf Islands (pass by)
Wharf Street
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Harbour Air Seaplanes (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- A mobility assistance device, such as a wheelchair or cane, may be used by a passenger to get from the terminal to the aircraft, however, passengers must have the ability to walk on and off the aircraft with minimal or no assistance.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult on the seaplane flight, and whale watching excursion.
- Not handicap accessible.
- Duration of tour may vary.
- On the whale watching excursion, covered vessel tours welcome people of all ages, however the zodiacs are restricted to those that are 6 years old and above, and a minimum height of 4 feet.
- Sorry, pets cannot be accommodated on the whale watching excursion. However, certified service animals can be accommodated on covered vessel tours only, and not zodiacs.
- All 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.
- For your whale watching tour, we recommend that you dress warmly for the water, even during the summer, as it can get chilly traveling quickly over the ocean. Layering is a good idea, including a fleece jacket or sweater for cooler moments. Don’t forget your sunglasses, a camera (ask your captain for guidance on storage), a snug-fitting hat, sunscreen, and, most importantly, bring your sense of adventure!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Vancouver↔Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Whale Watching by Boat?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-3020_VAN7
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Vancouver customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
- Taxes and sustainability fees.
- Whale-watching cruise.
- Roundtrip scenic seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria.
- Gratuities.
- Food and beverages.
- Hotel pickup and drop off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Vancouver↔Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Whale Watching by Boat is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- A mobility assistance device, such as a wheelchair or cane, may be used by a passenger to get from the terminal to the aircraft, however, passengers must have the ability to walk on and off the aircraft with minimal or no assistance.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vancouver↔Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Whale Watching by Boat will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Vancouver. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Taxes and sustainability fees.
- Whale-watching cruise
- Roundtrip scenic seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria
- Gratuities
- Food and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- A mobility assistance device, such as a wheelchair or cane, may be used by a passenger to get from the terminal to the aircraft, however, passengers must have the ability to walk on and off the aircraft with minimal or no assistance.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult on the seaplane flight, and whale watching excursion.
- Not handicap accessible.
- Duration of tour may vary.
- On the whale watching excursion, covered vessel tours welcome people of all ages, however the zodiacs are restricted to those that are 6 years old and above, and a minimum height of 4 feet.
- Sorry, pets cannot be accommodated on the whale watching excursion. However, certified service animals can be accommodated on covered vessel tours only, and not zodiacs.
- All 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.
- For your whale watching tour, we recommend that you dress warmly for the water, even during the summer, as it can get chilly traveling quickly over the ocean. Layering is a good idea, including a fleece jacket or sweater for cooler moments. Don’t forget your sunglasses, a camera (ask your captain for guidance on storage), a snug-fitting hat, sunscreen, and, most importantly, bring your sense of adventure!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
