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    Private Whale-Watching Charter in Nanaimo

    Charter your own open boat for a 3–5 hour whale watch with a marine naturalist

    4.8 stars• 524 reviews
    From$2,193incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3-5 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 12 people

    Includes

    Private boat, Crew, Guide

    Highlights

    Charter a private open-boat whale-watching tour from Nanaimo and cruise the Salish Sea with your own crew and marine naturalist. Search the Gulf Islands Archipelago for whales and other marine life, with time set aside for whale viewing and conservation learning.

    • Charter an open boat for your private group of up to 12 people
    • Cruise the Salish Sea and Gulf Islands Archipelago in search of whales and marine life
    • Learn about local wildlife and food webs from a marine naturalist
    • Spend a full hour viewing whales with real-time behaviour insights
    • Support research with onboard whale identification catalogues and shared sighting data
    • Wrap up with a lecture on BC whale conservation initiatives

    What's Included

    • Boat and crew for a private charter
    • Marine naturalist
    • Anti-exposure suit

    Things to know

    Ages 5+ only. Not suitable for pregnant people or for people with back or neck issues. Wearing an anti-exposure suit is required at all times, and check-in 45 minutes before departure is mandatory.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 48 hours' notice for groups of 6 or more and charters. Full refund in case of an operator cancellation due to weather, lack of bookings, or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows and cancellations with less notice are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Check in at the office 45 minutes before departure. Check-in is mandatory for all passengers.

    You must be at least 5 years old. This tour is not suitable for pregnant people or for people with back or neck issues.

    Yes. You must wear an anti-exposure suit at all times on Open/Zodiac vessels.

    Meeting details

    Unit 5, 90 Front Street, Nanaimo, BC

    Experience provided by Vancouver Island Whale Watch
    Experience provided by Vancouver Island Whale Watch

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