Seattle To Victoria Day Trip With Whale Watching

Overview

IMPORTANT: Please check vessel arrival time and selected activity time when booking.

Availability

May 1 - December 31, 2024

Trip duration

1 Day

What's included

Travel, Activity

Route

Seattle

Victoria

Seattle

Modes of travel

Requirements

Passport/EDL Required

Highlights

View transient mammal-eating orcas, minke and humpback whales as well as harbor seals and an array of seabirds
Enjoy an outdoor adventure on either a high performance speed boat or a semi-covered catamaran with Eagle Wing Tours
Soak in stunning mountain, island and ocean vistas as you cruise through the Salish Sea
Perfect for a quick weekend escape!

About this Trip

Spend an afternoon learning about whales and sealife with a day trip from Seattle to Victoria, BC for an exhilarating three-hour whale watching tour.

Under the guidance of an expert naturalist, you will cruise through the scenic waters of the Gulf Islands and Strait of Juan De Fuca in search of transient orcas, humpback, minke whales and more! There is no better way to experience the beauty and serenity of the Northwest!

Have more time? SAVE on your Victoria Clipper ferry when booking our Seattle to Victoria with Whale Watching Tour package!

Gallery

Enjoy an outdoor adventure on either a high performance speed boat or a semi-covered catamaran.

Guests observing whales from Eagle Wing's semi-covered catamaran.

Eagle Wing offers both open boat adventure speedboats or semi-covered catamarans.

A pod of transient orcas make their way across the Salish Sea.

Guests observe sea lions in their natural habitat in the Salish Sea.

The Pacific Northwest views never cease to amaze!

Hop on the Victoria Clipper for a fast ferry from downtown Seattle to the heart of Victoria.

Itinerary & Map

Day 1

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise on the Victoria Clipper fast ferry from downtown Seattle that will land you in the heart of the breathtaking Inner Harbour. Upon arrival, enjoy time to explore the Inner Harbour, check out the Parliament Buildings or have lunch before hopping on an exhilarating 3.5 hour whale watching tour with Eagle Wing Tours.

With an expert onboard naturalist as your guide, you will cruise through the waters of the Salish Sea on the lookout for transient mammal-eating orcas, humpback whales and other sealife! Catch the evening departure for a relaxing ride back to Seattle.

Sample Itinerary:

8:00 AM: Depart Pier 69 in Seattle

11:00 AM: Arrive in Victoria, BC

1:30 PM to 4:30 PM: Whale Watching with Eagle Wing Whale Watching Tours

5:30 PM: Depart from Victoria, BC

8:15 PM: Arrive at Pier 69 in Seattle

Terms

Prices vary by season. Prices listed are minimum prices per adult. All applicable taxes included.

• Not recommended for expectant mothers, or those with back and or neck injuries--OPEN BOATS ONLY. Catamarans offer further stabililty on the water.
• DEPARTURE: Please check in 45 minutes before departure at 12 Erie Street - Fisherman's Wharf
• Includes all applicable taxes
• Gratuity not included
• All prices shown in USD including tax
• Best available rates based on 7-day minimum advance purchase
• Rates may be higher per segment of travel for Saturday departures from Seattle and Sunday departures from Victoria
• A fuel surcharge, port and security fee may be added to all Victoria / Seattle fares
• Passport, Passport Card or EDL required when crossing an international border
• Restrictions apply, subject to change

2024

Now to Now

"This was a great way to get to Victoria, BC for a day of whale watching."

- Matt M., Oklahoma City, OK TripAdvisor

"Traveled from Victoria to Seattle on the Victoria Clipper. The staff were friendly, the boarding process was easy and stress free."

- Mumsys, Reigate, UK TripAdvisor

"Very easy and comfy way to get from Seattle to Vancouver Island."

- FitMomma, Atlanta, GA TripAdvisor

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