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

 

Current schedule: Daily departures at 10:30AM and 3:30PM on our Semi-covered Vessel and our Open Zodiac Vessels

 
 
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May 17, 2018 - Partyyy!!!
May 17, 2018 - Partyyy!!!

A wild day spent with multiple pods of orcas and a new orca calf!

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Jilann LechnerMay 19, 2018Comment
May 15, 2018 - Getting acquainted with Scratchy the humpback whale
May 15, 2018 - Getting acquainted with Scratchy the humpback whale

Spending some quality time with a recently identified humpback whale.

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Jilann LechnerMay 17, 2018Comment
May 14, 2018 - WARNING: Graphic Photo - Orca Hunting a Sea Lion in Howe Sound!
May 14, 2018 - WARNING: Graphic Photo - Orca Hunting a Sea Lion in Howe Sound!

Watching orcas hunt a Steller sea lion is an unforgettable experience. We joined up with the T123 family as they took down an unlucky sea lion in Howe Sound, all the while surrounded by bald eagles soaring over our boat!

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Jilann LechnerMay 15, 2018 Comment
May 13, 2018 - An unforgettable Mother's Day with Humpbacks, Orcas and more!
May 13, 2018 - An unforgettable Mother's Day with Humpbacks, Orcas and more!
Jilann LechnerMay 15, 2018Comment
May 11, 2018 - T123s and an impressive Bald Eagle
May 11, 2018 - T123s and an impressive Bald Eagle
Jilann LechnerMay 12, 2018Comment
May 10, 2018 - Humpback whale and T124As!
May 10, 2018 - Humpback whale and T124As!

Breaching humpback whale!

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Jilann LechnerMay 12, 2018Comment
May 9, 2018 - Another beautiful day on the water with the T18's
May 9, 2018 - Another beautiful day on the water with the T18's

Another great day with the T18’s! This pod has two brother bulls in it who both have unique fins. Read more about our encounters on our website!

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Jilann LechnerMay 10, 2018Comment
May 8, 2018 - T18's in Stuart Channel
May 8, 2018 - T18's in Stuart Channel

T19B is a mature male who is quite distinctive from the others. He has a dorsal fin that is 5-6ft tall and leans significantly to the left!

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Jilann LechnerMay 9, 2018Comment
May 7, 2018 - Orcas Found Near Wallace Island
May 7, 2018 - Orcas Found Near Wallace Island

Whales FOUND every day in May so far, and the 7th was no exception! The T101 family finished up some hunting near Wallace island, and we watched as mom and her three boys travelled North up Trincomali channel, seeing seals, eagles, and cormorants along the way!

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Jilann LechnerMay 8, 2018Comment
May 6, 2018 - T101's in Howe Sound
May 6, 2018 - T101's in Howe Sound

The tour took us up the scenic Howe Sound, a glacial fjord surrounded by the coastal mountains where we found the T101’s travelling together. The sunny day also made for great viewing of seals and sea lions in the area.

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Jilann LechnerMay 7, 2018Comment
Exclusive Whale Research Tour May 26th - Only 11 Seats Available
Exclusive Whale Research Tour May 26th - Only 11 Seats Available

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a whale scientist? Join our exclusive tour on May 26th with researchers from Keta Coastal Conservation and experience a day in the field while learning about the latest research on humpback whales in BC, including Keta’s projects.

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Jilann LechnerMay 6, 2018 Comments
May 5, 2018 - T90's and T2B in Boundary Pass
May 5, 2018 - T90's and T2B in Boundary Pass

On May 5th we watched the T90’s and T2B travel together in Boundary Pass. T2B is a mature female who usually travels by herself or with the T60’s, but for whatever reason, she chose to hang out with the T90 family pod yesterday. We are happy we got to observe this interesting individual!

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Jilann LechnerMay 6, 2018Comment
May 4, 2018 - Two young humpbacks in the Salish Sea
May 4, 2018 - Two young humpbacks in the Salish Sea
Jilann LechnerMay 5, 2018 Comment
May 3, 2018 - Killer Whales near East Point
May 3, 2018 - Killer Whales near East Point

We found transient orcas near historic East Point, which is the capture site of the first captive killer whale. Orca capture in BC was banned in 1976, and today, more and more people are choosing to enjoy whales in their wild home!

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Jilann LechnerMay 4, 2018Comment
May 2, 2018 - Transient Orcas in the Strait of Georgia
May 2, 2018 - Transient Orcas in the Strait of Georgia

We caught up with the T36A family traveling near Gabriola island. Looks like T36A1 has a new dorsal fin nick! Dorsal nicks make individual whales easier to identify, and are usually the result of battles with prey (seals, sea lions, or porpoises).

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Jilann LechnerMay 3, 2018Comment
May 1, 2018 - Just Wow. T123s and T36As Hunting Near UBC
May 1, 2018 - Just Wow. T123s and T36As Hunting Near UBC

Our guests couldn’t believe their eyes as seven orcas took down the largest species of sea lion in the world! What a thrill to watch the T123s and T36As hunting in the Salish Sea.

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Jilann LechnerMay 2, 2018 Comment
April 28, 2018 - Multiple pods of transient orcas in the Strait!
April 28, 2018 - Multiple pods of transient orcas in the Strait!
Jilann LechnerApril 30, 2018Comment
April 25, 2018 - T101s and 36As in the San Juans
April 25, 2018 - T101s and 36As in the San Juans

Two family pods, the T101s and T36As, travel together in beautiful conditions on April 25th. Photo by Natalie Reichenbacher

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Jilann LechnerApril 29, 2018Comment
April 23, 2018 - T36As Near Point Roberts
April 23, 2018 - T36As Near Point Roberts

On April 23rd we spent an exciting afternoon watching the T36A transient orca pod hunting and travelling, what a day!

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Jilann LechnerApril 25, 2018Comment
April 22, 2018 - Several Pods of Transient Orcas (T123s and T100s) in The Strait of Georgia
April 22, 2018 - Several Pods of Transient Orcas (T123s and T100s) in The Strait of Georgia

On April 22nd we got to see one of our favourite whales T123A “Stanley” plus a bunch more orcas! Another amazing day with whales in the Salish Sea.

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Jilann LechnerApril 23, 2018Comment
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