Best time to visit vancouver for whale watching

Three hours in length, April through October are the ideal whale watching months. In this peak season, we boast a greater than 95% success rate of spotting whales, including both transient & resident orcas, humpback, Minke, & gray whales!

1. Is whale watching in Vancouver worth it?
2. What is the best month to go whale watching?
3. Is whale watching better in Vancouver or Victoria?
4. Where is the best whale watching in Vancouver?
5. Are there orcas in Vancouver?
6. Can you go whale watching in Vancouver in December?
7. Is it better to whale watch in the morning or afternoon?
8. What time of day are you most likely to see whales?
9. When and where is the best time for whale watching?
10. What is the best time of year for whale watching in Victoria?
11. When can you see orcas on Vancouver Island?
12. Where can I see orcas in Vancouver?
13. Can you see whales in Vancouver in October?
14. Can you see whales from Stanley Park?

Is whale watching in Vancouver worth it?

At first I was a little bit hesitant about paying more than US $100 for a whale watching tour, but I am SO glad I did! We saw two humpbacks, one of them breeched like 4 or 5 times, the weather was amazing, the views even better, the islands, the forrest...

What is the best month to go whale watching?

When is the best time to view the whales? The best time of year to view Orca whales is in May through September. If you're looking for humpback whales then we suggest September through January.

Is whale watching better in Vancouver or Victoria?

You are right that it will be the same whales. The only con I can see is from Vancouver it's a longer trip as the whales are usually closer to Victoria. If you aren't coming to Victoria for anything else then go out of Vancouver. It`s definitely not a waste to come to Victoria.

Where is the best whale watching in Vancouver?

Hands down, the best place on that coast to view whales and all kinds of wildlife is the Northern Vancouver Island area, specifically Telegraph Cove, Johnstone Strait and the Broughton Archipelago. Here's why: The area is the summer home of over 280 Northern Resident orcas— also known as 'killer whales'.

Are there orcas in Vancouver?

Vancouver Island is one of the best locations worldwide to spot orcas (killer whales). It's also a great area for humpback whale sightings. The best time for whale watching around Vancouver Island is between April and October. Orcas and humpback whale sightings are almost guaranteed during that period.

Can you go whale watching in Vancouver in December?

There's a very good chance to see humpback whales in December, especially this year with a dozen or so feeding in an area just west of Victoria.

Is it better to whale watch in the morning or afternoon?

One of the reasons that the morning time is the best time of day for whale watching has to do with weather and ocean conditions. The wind is a key player when it comes to smooth seas, and morning trips often have less wind.

What time of day are you most likely to see whales?

Whales are never diurnal, but they can be crepuscular. This means they are most active during twilight hours which are both before sunrise and after sunset.

When and where is the best time for whale watching?

Spring is the best time of year to look for FIN WHALES. Fin Whales are the second largest animal in the world and come to our waters to feed on abundant fish and krill, typically arriving in waves that last for several days before subsiding.

What is the best time of year for whale watching in Victoria?

While it is possible to see whales at any time of the year, there is a peak season from May through October. During this peak season we boast a greater than 95% chance of spotting whales in Victoria, particularly resident orcas, humpback whales, and transient orcas!

When can you see orcas on Vancouver Island?

The best time of year to see orcas in Vancouver is between May and October when spawning river salmon attract the whales. That said, while resident killer whales feed mostly on salmon, transient orcas eat small mammals, so it's not uncommon to see transient killer whales, too.

Where can I see orcas in Vancouver?

What to expect: Located along Vancouver Island's northeast coast, Telegraph Cove is one of the best places in the world to see orcas. The protected waters of Johnstone Strait and the Broughton Archipelago are home to around 200 whales each summer. Most of these are orcas, but humpback whales can also be seen here.

Can you see whales in Vancouver in October?

April to October is traditionally the best time for whale watching in Vancouver. Most whale watching charters out of Vancouver and Vancouver Island will offer guaranteed sightings to guests!

Can you see whales from Stanley Park?

A few are even lucky enough to capture a video of the event including a North Vancouver woman who was on her paddleboard and just so happened to come across a grey whale near Stanley Park on August 13th. One seemingly great option to spot a whale is to do a daily stroll around the Vancouver seawall.