Ucluelet s 2 day2 night winter whale adventure whale watching. We have the only fullfacility marina as well as the only marine pub in ucluelet. Whale watching and fishing in ucluelet, bc vancouver. Westcoast wild float plane 1990 bay street, ucluelet book at. Ucluelet whale watching zodiac tour jamies whaling. Vancouver island is worldrenowned for its whale watching, and at the heart of the action is the city of victoria. Before boarding, we ask all guests to checkin at our office.
The nuuchanulth native indians used the name ucluelet, which means safe harbour when they settled a fishing village in the area centuries ago. Looking for the best whale watching on vancouver island. Directions how to get to ucluelet, bc on vancouver island. Ucluelet fishing charters and whale watching aboard cameron ocean adventures in ucluelet bc on the west coast of vancouver island. We saw so much wildlife including whales our guide went out of their way to provide us with as much fun and excitement as possible all the while sharing stories, facts and. Pacific rim hwyriver rdvictoria quaybc4 w signs for ucluelettofino. Orca spirit whale watching tour bc ferries vacations.
Ucluelet boasts some of vancouver islands best whale watching plus breathtaking scenery and wildlife, including the broken group islands within the pacific rim national park reserve. Humpback whales have been see more regularly over the. Tofino and ucluelet are very good for grey whales during the spring as the grey whale follow the coastline on their northwards migration during the southerly migration in the fall they are usually further off shore there are a number of greys that stay all summer and tofino and ucluelet operators have a good success rate seeing them. Ucluelet boasts some of vancouver island s best whale watching plus breathtaking scenery and wildlife, including the broken group islands within the pacific rim national park reserve. The official ucluelet accommodations directory tourism. From there we will provide directions for boarding your boat. The pacific is often a haven for whale watching, and ucluelet does not disappoint.
Nestled in the lush coastal rainforest of vancouver islands west coast, a few kilometres outside ucluelet and within minutes of the pacific rim national park, wya point resort is. Throughout the coastal towns of tofino and ucluelet and around the pacific rim national park reserve, its an allout celebration of life on the coast. Every march, ucluelet cohosts the pacific rim whale festival with tofino, celebrating up to 20,000 gray whale migrating through. Both sides of vancouver island afford primo opportunities. Nestled in the lush coastal rainforest of vancouver island s west coast, a few kilometres outside ucluelet and within minutes of the pacific rim national park, wya point resort is an read more add to my plans. There are two places to whale watch from the pacific rim. On the west coast, tofino is a quaint town with an embedded orcawatching culture. An ideal place to explore the west coast of canadas west coast, the ucluelet area presents a number of incredible outdoor experiences including whale watching, wildlifeviewing, fishing, surfing.
A lot of tours start from here and long beach and wickaninnish beach are just beautiful. Some of these massive mammals stay in our waters for the summer, giving ample opportunities for viewing. Overlooking barkley sound and the broken group islands to the east and the open pacific ocean to the. Ucluelet is the place to do it, rivaling nearby tofino for the top spot, as oftentimes the migrating giants opt for ucluelet s sheltered bays over tofinos exposed waters. Although we focus on seeing whales, we also make every effort to encounter the many other predatory species that reside in the ocean or near the waters edge. Whale watching and bear tours by subtidal adventures in. Welcome to the pacific rim whale festival pacific rim. Island west resort located in ucluelet bc on the west coast of vancouver island. Ucluelet winter whale watching discover vancouver island. Until the early 1870s, ucluelet was a first nation village with the main reservation at the entrance of the inlet on the east side, just as it is today. In a couple hours you can see gray and humpback whales in tofino and ucluelet. It starts with a mind boggling 20,000 grey whales swimming past our shores in spring on their annual migration from birthing waters by the baja peninsula north to the bering strait by alaska. Spy hop whale watching experience and explore the oceanic world off the west coast of vancouver island with spyhop ocean adventures. The whale centre, tofino, bc tofino whale watching, bear.
You will truly enjoy your west coast experience at island west resort. British columbia whale watching in british columbia whaletrips. This is the best place in the world to see orcas, the mr. Known as the place to go for the best whale watching in british columbia, vancouver island offers amazing opportunities to witness wild marine life.
Tofino whale watching tours the whale centre, tofino, bc. Any of discover vancouver island tours agents will be happy to make suggestions and help you make a booking. An ideal place to explore the west coast of canadas west coast, the ucluelet area presents a number of incredible outdoor experiences including whalewatching, wildlifeviewing, fishing, surfing. Just north of nanaimo, highway 4 heads west to cross the spine of vancouver island to meet up with the pacific rim highway. People from all parts of the world come here to watch these magnificent creatures of the deep. During your trip to vancouver island, it is well worth taking in one of the many tours available along the coast of vancouver island and keeping your full attention on the water. Departing from granville island in downtown vancouver, the wild whales experience allows you to observe whales and the diverse wildlife of the pacific coast in their natural habitat. The majestic orca has long been the proud symbol of our incredible city. Wow absolutely amazing adventure our guide was fantastic we saw whales, eagles and more but the best part was just getting to take in the breathtaking scenery and hear the history and stories of the area fr.
This 3 to 4 hour tour includes various points of interest within the protected waters of barkley sound, and other wildlife areas well visit along the way. Aug 30, 2015 whale watching ucluelet canada samanthalufs. This ensures the highest sightings of killer whales on vancouver island every year. Ucluelet whale watching zodiac tour jamies whaling station. Its about grey whales and marine life education, inspirational talks and interpretive walks, childrens fun for. Whale watching tofino and ucluelet bc humpback, grays. Tofino and ucluelet are the two favourite northern gray whale watching communities on the west coast of vancouver island.
Ucluelet bear watching kayaking tours from ucluelet at jamies whaling station, our team of local experts has been professionally guiding adventure seekers from around the world to explore the nooks and crannies of clayoquot sound and barkley sound since 1982. Ucluelets 2 day2 night winter whale adventure whale watching. Launching from tofino takes you into clayoquot sound. At jamies whaling station, our team of local experts has been professionally guiding adventure seekers from around the world to explore the nooks and crannies of clayoquot sound and barkley sound since 1982. For more information about the festival, please contact. Whale watching in ucluelet, whale watching at subtidal. Jamies whaling station whale watching and adventure tours. Ucluelet and tofino whale watching tours explore both the sheltered waters of. The 9hole championship course is also known to be one of the most challenging courses on vancouver island. Enjoy a spectacular whalewatching experience with marine biologists in a.
By car, one must travel first from the mainland to vancouver islands east coast by ferry to either victoria or nanaimo. Come discover the pristine coastline, temperate rainforest and secluded beaches nestled along vancouver islands top rated wild pacific trail. Take the horseshoe bay, bc departure bay, bc ferry to nanaimo. Whale watching from ucluelet and tofino into clayoquot and barkley sound is an experience to remember. The marine life in the waters of bc is abundant and diverse, but there is no greater creature than the mighty whale. Luckily, there are a number of boat trips to areas where you can see 30ton marine mammals majestically glide through the open waters of canada. Subtidal adventures ucluelet aktuelle 2020 lohnt es. Jamies operates our waterfront adventure stations in the hearts of both seaside communities of tofino and ucluelet. The whale centre offers safe and educational tofino hot springs tours, whale watching tours, tofino bear watching tours, bird watching tours and private tours in tofino on vancouver island. Ucluelet is 293 kilometers from victoria and 1 kilometers from nanaimo. Stay in classic canadian cabins, sleep steps away from beaches in ecoyurts, and spend quality time in family friendly campgrounds rvs welcome. Jamies whaling station whale watching and adventure.
The west coast of vancouver island is another great place for whale watching, most notably out of tofino or ucluelet. Whale watching british columbia vancouver islands watching. Ucluelet whale watching tours cameron ocean adventures. Ucluelet or ukee has a population of nearly 1,500 and shares the scenic ucluth peninsula on the west coast of vancouver island with tofino. Hop aboard one of our adventurous open boston whalers or a comfortable, heated cabin cruiser. Daily whale watching tours in tofino, british columbia.
Explore the wonderful wildlife of the west coast in perfect comfort with discover vancouver islands winter whale watching adventure based out of ucluelet, british columbia. An alternative is the west of vancouver island with tofino and ucluelet. However, if you truly want the best place for whale watching then head to the north end of the island. Gray whales and humpback whales migrate through the waters here attracting attention from all the whale watching boats. Board one of our four vessels at vancouvers unique and historic granville island. Nestled in the lush coastal rainforest of vancouver islands west coast, a few kilometres outside ucluelet and within minutes of the pacific rim national park, wya point resort is an read more add to my plans.
Leaving port alberni, highway 4 travels west to climb around sproat lake through the stunning mountain scenery of the mackenzie range and along kennedy lake to reach the west coast of vancouver island and the communities of ucluelet and tofino. Jamies whaling station and adventure centre ucluelet. There are many options for transportation to our office and departure point. Discover ucluelet vancouver island, british columbia, canada duration.
Whale watching off tofino, ucluelet, and vancouver island. During the months of march and april, more than 20,000 gray whales swim north from their breeding grounds in baja california to their feeding grounds in alaska. Ocean ecoventures is the most centrallylocated whale watching company on vancouver island. British columbia is home to dozens of whale species, 23 to be exact, according to the vancouver aquarium.
Both places can have good whale watching depending on the time of year. With a significant focus on marine ecosystems and coastal life education, the pacific rim whale festival celebrates the continued protection and annual return of migrating pacific grey whales to the coastal waters of the communities of tofino, ucluelet and pacific rim national park reserve. Located in the heart of the southern resident killer whales and biggs killer whales travel areas, cowichan bay offers a relaxed experience away from the hustle and bustle. Tofino has a long whale watching season, running from march through to late november. Whale classification breeding patterns of whales whale migration join us british columbia. Island west resort charters 1990 bay street, ucluelet bc 2507267515. Come discover the pristine coastline, temperate rainforest and secluded beaches nestled along vancouver island s top rated wild pacific trail. Zodiac or motor boat whale watching or bear watching tours from ucluelet. Killer whales orcas, gray whales, humpback whales and minke whales ply the waves and perform their watery rituals. Experience and explore the oceanic world off the west coast of vancouver island.
Whale watching around vancouver island in british columbia is an exceptional experience that will leave you awestruck after watching whales that weigh thousands of pounds frolic in their natural habitat. How to get to ucluelet british columbia vancouver island. Feb 20, 20 whale watching from ucluelet and tofino into clayoquot and barkley sound is an experience to remember. Zodiac or motor boat whale watching in ucluelet, broken group islands, british columbia, canada west coast. Whale watching vancouver island news, events, travel. Why victoria has the best whale watching on vancouver island. Chances are youve travelled a long way or youre about to and you want nothing more than to fulfill your dream of seeing whales. Ucluelet british columbia travel and adventure vacations. Ucluelet means people of the safe harbour in the indigenous nuuchahnulth nootka language. We are located on granville island, 510 minutes from most downtown hotels. The wild pacific trail in ucluelet skirts the rugged cliffs and shoreline of the westcoast.
In addition to there being more orcas at the north end of the island you also have excellent opportunities to see humpback hales, dalls porpoises, white sided dolphins, seals, sea lions, eagles, sea birds and bears. An ancient settlement on the northern edge of barkley sound, ucluelet takes its name from the nuuchahnulth phrase, yuclutlahts, the people with a good landing place for canoes. Aside from surfing, whale watching is usually the first thing that comes to mind when picturing a vacation on canadas west coast. Whale festival for 2020 is unfortunately postponed due to the covid19 directives from bc health, the who, and other authorities. Vacation on vancouver island island west resort ucluelet. Walking distance to restaurants, stores, trails, beaches and the wild rugged west coast. Get out on our open vessels to view grey whales, killer whales and humpback whales. Annual pacific rim whale festival tourism ucluelet tourism. If seeing whales in their natural habitat is something you have always wanted to do, then planning a trip to do so is easier than you might think.
Ucluelet is a place rich in tradition and natural beauty, making it ideal for so many activities including but not limited to. The whales tail is located in the oceanfront fishing village of ucluelet, on the west coast of vancouver island. Centrally located in the downtown area on a quiet residential street. Cameron ocean adventures in ucluelet offers a unique west coast whale watching experience. Thousands of gray whales migrate closely to shore and the west coast of vancouver island. There is also ferry service across barkley sound plus bus service from other communities. Cruise to the broken group islands, british columbia, canada west coast. Aerial whale watching della falls west coast trail.
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