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Note: Sightings are posted 5-7 days after the trips.

 

Current schedule: Daily departures at 10:00AM aboard our Semi-covered Vessel, Kula and Open Zodiac Vessels, Cascadia and Keta

 
 
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April 7, 2026 - Spending time with the T019s in the Sannich Inlet
April 7, 2026 - Spending time with the T019s in the Sannich Inlet

It was a long ways to go, but worth it to see one of the most iconic pods of orca in our waters, the T019s!

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Author: Val WatsonApril 7, 2026WhalesComment
April 6, 2026 - T-Partying off of Nanoose Bay
April 6, 2026 - T-Partying off of Nanoose Bay

You couldn’t have asked for a better day than this, getting to spend time with some socializing pods of orca. The T065Bs, T071Bs, and T124Ds were all having a blast as we watched them near Nanoose Bay.

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Author: Val WatsonApril 6, 2026WhalesComment
April 4, 2026 - Party in the Salish Sea: Orca Style!
April 4, 2026 - Party in the Salish Sea: Orca Style!

The T036Bs, T049As (all of them!), T063, T065, T065Bs, and T099s came together in the Strait for a party!

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Author: Cheyenne BrewsterApril 4, 2026WhalesComment
April 3, 2026 - A new fin in the Salish Sea!
April 3, 2026 - A new fin in the Salish Sea!

The T124Ds are spotted in Northumberland channel, along with T071B Hood, along with a tiny new calf!

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Author: Cheyenne BrewsterApril 3, 2026WhalesComment
April 2, 2026 - Spring time with Seals and Sea Lions!
April 2, 2026 - Spring time with Seals and Sea Lions!

A scenic tour with no shortage of seals and sea lions.

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Author: Evan HesselsApril 2, 2026WhalesComment
March 30, 2026 - T-party with the T099s, T036s, and the T036A1s!
March 30, 2026 - T-party with the T099s, T036s, and the T036A1s!

A day full of adventure, featuring a family reunion between the T036s, T036A1s, and the T099s!

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Author: Val WatsonMarch 30, 2026WhalesComment
March 29, 2026 - Lunchtime with the T046B1s and T065Bs, and an afternoon visit with others too
March 29, 2026 - Lunchtime with the T046B1s and T065Bs, and an afternoon visit with others too

The T046B1s and T065Bs take on a fearsome hunt: a Steller Sea Lion. The T086A1s and T124A4s have a bit of a quieter time inside the islands.

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Author: Cheyenne BrewsterMarch 29, 2026WhalesComment
March 27, 2026 - The wait was worth it!
March 27, 2026 - The wait was worth it!

A lengthy search in the Salish Sea ended with the T019s

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Author: Vanessa VereschahenMarch 27, 2026WhalesComment
March 26, 2026 - T019s travelling together in San Juan Channel
March 26, 2026 - T019s travelling together in San Juan Channel

A sun-filled journey through the Salish Sea brought encounters with Mouflon sheep, a travelling pod of Bigg’s killer whales, and a haul-out of sea lions, showcasing the rich diversity of wildlife along the coast.

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Author: Val WatsonMarch 26, 2026WhalesComment
March 23, 2026 - The T041s visit Qualicum, and the Pipers Lagoon humpback forages!
March 23, 2026 - The T041s visit Qualicum, and the Pipers Lagoon humpback forages!

The T041s travel north along the coastline. HW-MN0445366 continues to stay around Pipers Lagoon!

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Author: Cheyenne BrewsterMarch 23, 2026WhalesComment
March 22, 2026 - Double Species Day!
March 22, 2026 - Double Species Day!

The T060s are spotted just outside Nanaimo. Little HW-MN0445366 is also seen again, travelling near Pipers Lagoon!

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Author: Cheyenne BrewsterMarch 22, 2026WhalesComment
March 21, 2026 - First Humpback of the Spring!
March 21, 2026 - First Humpback of the Spring!

Coastal adventures take us to Piper’s Lagoon, where a tiny new ‘face’ greeted us - it was HW-MN0445366!

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Author: Cheyenne BrewsterMarch 21, 2026WhalesComment
March 20, 2026 - Searching the Salish Sea
March 20, 2026 - Searching the Salish Sea

Eagles, Seals and Sea Lions in the sunshine!

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Author: Vanessa VereschahenMarch 20, 2026WhalesComment
March 18, 2026 - Surf's up with the T049As
March 18, 2026 - Surf's up with the T049As

Today’s tour led to observing the T049As doing a very unique behaviour…surfing? We enjoyed the time spent in the waves with this pod, as well as getting to see some Steller Sea Lions and Bald Eagles on the way back to Nanaimo.

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Author: Val WatsonMarch 18, 2026WhalesComment
March 15, 2026 - A wet and wild West Coast adventure.
March 15, 2026 - A wet and wild West Coast adventure.

A meal shared between T036 and the T036Bs in the Strait.

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Author: Vanessa VereschahenMarch 15, 2026WhalesComment
March 13, 2026 - A new baby in the Salish Sea!
March 13, 2026 - A new baby in the Salish Sea!

A T-party with T071B1, the T050s and the T049As with their newest member.

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Author: Vanessa VereschahenMarch 13, 2026Whales Comments
March 7, 2026 - A plethora of orca close to home
March 7, 2026 - A plethora of orca close to home

The T090s travel outside the Nanaimo Harbour, and the T086A1s and T124A4s explore the Southern Gulf Islands!

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Author: Cheyenne BrewsterMarch 7, 2026WhalesComment
February 24, 2026 - Harbeson Cruising the Sunshine Coast
February 24, 2026 - Harbeson Cruising the Sunshine Coast

It was a nature filled day, starting with T087 Harbeson cruising along the sunshine coat, pinnipeds at the White Islets, and too many seabirds throughout the tour to list!

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Author: Val WatsonFebruary 24, 2026WhalesComment
February 20, 2026 - Sleet and Sea Lions in the Salish Sea
February 20, 2026 - Sleet and Sea Lions in the Salish Sea

A search with a sprinkle of snow, some sleet and a lot of Sea Lions!

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Author: Vanessa VereschahenFebruary 20, 2026Comment
February 18, 2026 - Spending time with Pinnipeds of all kinds!
February 18, 2026 - Spending time with Pinnipeds of all kinds!

It was a lovely day spent searching the Salish Sea, getting to spend time with Steller Sea Lions, Harbour Seals, and plenty of Seabirds along the way!

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Author: Val WatsonFebruary 18, 2026Comment
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