Hearing Humpback Whales Underwater
Humpback whales are a species of baleen whale that live in all the world’s oceans. They are known for being a very vocal whale. Males produce a complex song which they repeat for hours at a time during their mating season in their breeding grounds. Photo by Andy Scheffler. Male can be heard singing starting in […]
Why You Should Go Whale Watching in Campbell River, BC
Campbell River is located on beautiful Vancouver Island, nestled in the Discovery Islands Archipelago. This area is quickly becoming known as one of the best places for whale watching on Vancouver Island! Here are the reasons you should visit this beautiful city for a whale and wildlife tour. The Area Campbell River offers with a […]
What To Wear on a Whale Watching Tour in 2023
So, you’re going on a whale watching tour! Now you’re faced with the question: what do I wear? In Campbell River, we run whale watching tours from May – October yearly. We’ll recommend what to wear based on the time of season you’re going and the type of vessel you’ll be on. Zodiac tours: 4 Hour Whale […]
Meet the Family: T002C Matriline
The T002C killer whale matriline is one full of history, perseverance, and unique genes. This is one of our favourite groups of Bigg’s killer whales that can be spotted around Campbell River. You might’ve heard one of our captains call out, “Rockyyyyy!” once they’ve been identified on our tours. Maybe you’ve seen his enormous 6ft […]
Dolphins & Porpoises: Male vs Female?
Telling the difference between sexes in dolphins & porpoises can be a tricky task, especially since males and females look very similar. We have 3 types of dolphins and porpoises* that are regularly sighted on our tours near Campbell River, BC: Pacific white-sided dolphins Harbour porpoises Dall’s porpoises So how do you know if […]
6 Tips for an Amazing Whale Watching Tour
Campbell River is quickly becoming known as a whale watching hotspot in British Columbia. Whale watching can be a thrilling and educational activity, and being prepared and knowing what to expect can make your tour a successful one. Here are some of the top whale watching tips from our knowledgeable and experienced crew! 1. Catch […]
Great News for Whale Watchers in Campbell River!
Guaranteed Whale Watching, and Big Animal sightings are the result of increased food supply in the Salish Sea.
Resident, Transient Orca, Grey and Humpback Whales are becoming part of the landscape for Campbell River visitors.
What is the Best Whale Watching Season on Vancouver Island?
Planning is key when travelling! If you’re wondering when is the best season to go whale watching on Vancouver Island, look no further! In Campbell River, we’re gifted with abundant marine wildlife, and each month has opportunities to witness different species in their natural habitat. Here’s our month-to-month guide if you’re planning to come to […]
Where’d They Come From, Where’d They Go
The humpback whales that we encounter in Campbell River aren’t here year-round. These are a migratory whale. They spend their summers in feeding grounds in higher latitudes, like here in Campbell River. Their winters are spent in warm breeding grounds near the equator. Temperate waters have higher nutrient and oxygen content, and support huge amounts of […]
Photography Tips for Whale Watching
Getting photographs of whales and other marine mammals can be challenging when out on the water. There’s a lot to manage including the motion of the ocean, boat movements, focusing on the whales when they surface to breathe, lighting, and then animals disappearing beneath the surface out of sight. In addition to the beautiful surrounding […]
