Whale Watching Tours
A typical 4 Hour Whale Watching Trip could include Sea Birds, Seals, Sea Lions, Killer, Grey, Humpback and Minke Whales, Dalls Porpoise, not to mention the playful Pacific Whiteside Dolphin.
4 Hour Tour $500
Ca. / $450 US Min Charge for up to 4 persons
Additional Persons $100 Ca. / $84 US
* Discounts for Large Groups
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During our trips, we strive to provide a semi-private tour at a reasonable price. The "Catala" has a capacity of only 10 persons, so your party will be small but personable. With the on-board hydrophone the wonderful whale sounds can be heard when viewing the whales.
Resident Orca Whales generally arrive in our area the last week in June or the first week in July. These resident pods are generally around until the end of October. The resident Orca's are the whales who provide the best activity, and are the most photogenic. They tend to have longer surface intervals, thus being easier to photograph. Transient Orca Whales frequent our waters all year long.
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They generally travel in smaller pods, have shorter surface intervals, and sometimes can travel through an area when they have a destination in mind. Grey, Humpback & Minke Whales start arriving mid-march and are usually here late into the fall before starting their migration to the warm, southern waters for the winter. Our Grey Whales seem to be increasing in numbers, and on many of our trips, it is not uncommon to see over a dozen whales. The mainland coast, a short journey in our quick vessel, provides us with the best viewing possibilities for those who prefer to view these "gentle giants". Humpback Whales, over the past few years, seem to be increasing in the Port Hardy area. The endless summer supply of food keeps them quite active in our area. In the past summers, we have viewed up to six whales feeding in a group, which it in itself, is a pleasure to be part of.
Credit Card Guarantee Required
50% Deposit Required to secure dates selected. Balance Payable
30 days prior to arrival date. 6% Gst Tax extra. Refunds - Cancellations
made 30 days prior to arrival qualify for a refund less a 10%
service charge.
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Bears
& Wildlife
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On this 4 Hour Trip, we provide our customers viewing opportunities of a variety of wildlife. The main purpose of this trip is to view Bald Eagles and their nests, Sea Birds, Harbour Seals, a rookery of Sea Lions, Dalls Porpoise, Pacific Whiteside Dolphins, Blacktail Deer, Black Bears feeding on the Beaches, and hopefully a Whale as well.
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Please note: Grizzly Bear Viewing Trips are available, but only to the mainland of British Columbia, as Grizzlies do not reside on Vancouver Island.
4 Hour Tour $500
Ca. / $450 US Min Charge for up to 4 persons
Additional Persons $100. Ca. / $90. US
* Discounts for Large Groups
Private Tours Available - Don't Forget the Camera!
Credit Card Guarantee Required
50% Deposit Required to secure dates selected. Balance Payable
30 days prior to arrival date. 6% Gst Tax extra. Refunds - Cancellations
made 30 days prior to arrival qualify for a refund less a 10%
service charge.
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First Nation Cultural Tours
Providing a Local Native Cultural Experience for our customers.
Visit local Native villages and experience first hand, the First Nations people and their culture. From abandoned to occupied villages you will see for yourself the past and present occupation of the native culture in our spectacular area.
Our tour includes visiting Alert Bay, a "Big House" and the world renowned U'mista Cultural Centre. Here, you can view the famous "potlatch collection" and learn of the area rich in First Nations culture. You will see hand carved totem poles as well as the tallest totem pole in the world. Visit native carvers at work, view the many carvings and paintings on wood, of totems and masks or the crafting of silver and gold
jewelery by local artisans. An opportunity to watch native dancers may be available depending on the day's itinerary.
The opportunity to carry on to visit an ancient village is also possible. Here you will witness an area which has been inhabited for centuries. Guided by a local grandson of the late hereditary chief, ancient legends and wisdom will be shared with visitors in order to understand the native connection between the earth and all living creatures. A very informative tour; I'm sure it will be an experience you will never forget!
Gift shops will be available en route to visit where native art, books, postcards, local products, snacks etc. may be purchased.
Tour Options
Semi-private Tours - Max 10 Persons
Discounted Prices for Larger Groups
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Alert Bay - Guided Tour U'mista Cultural Centre
- View Big House & Totem Poles
Ancient Village - Guided Native Legend Tour
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Cultural & Whale
Watching Tour: |
Alert Bay - Guided Tour U'mista Cultural Centre
Orca Whale Watching & Wildlife Viewing
Ancient village - Guided Native Legend Tour
Orca Whale Watching & Wildlife Viewing
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Minimum Tour Costs (For Up To 4 Persons)
4 Hours - $500. Ca. / $450. US
8 Hours - $900. Ca. / $810. US
Additional Persons $100. Ca. / $90. US
Discounted Prices for Larger Groups
Credit Card Guarantee Required
50% Deposit Required to secure dates selected. Balance Payable
30 days prior to arrival date. 6% Gst Tax extra. Refunds - Cancellations
made 30 days prior to arrival qualify for a refund less a 10%
service charge.
LINKS
Sea Legend Charters Ltd. Stubbs Island Whale Watching
Mackay Whale Watching Tide Rip Tours
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