Small-Group Whale Watching in Campbell River

Explore the Discovery Islands and Salish Sea aboard our comfortable, covered and heated vessel – with panoramic windows, an open viewing deck, and space for just 12 guests.

Small Groups

(Only 12 Guests)

Covered

& Heated Vessel

Onboard

Washroom

Locally Owned

& Operated

Private & Small Group Wildlife and Whale Watching Tours in Campbell River, BC

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE

Wildlife and Whale Watching Tours, Campbell River, BC

Discover unforgettable whale watching tours in Campbell River aboard our comfortable covered boat. Explore Discovery Passage, the Salish Sea, and Desolation Sound while searching for humpback whales, orcas, dolphins, bears, and other incredible wildlife. Our small-group adventures offer a more personal experience with fewer guests, more comfort, and spectacular scenery.

Orca, Also Known As A Killer Whale, Hunting During A Whale Watching Tour In Campbell River

6-Hour Whale Watching Adventure

Best opportunity to explore and spend a full day immersed in the coast.

4-Hour coastal Whale & Wildlife Adventure

A shorter, family-friendly experience with plenty of wildlife and scenery.

Private Whale & Wildlife Adventures

A personalized experience tailored exclusively to you and your group

wHY CAMPBELL RIVER?

Campbell River is one of British Columbia’s best places for wildlife viewing. Calmer waters, less crowded, rich in marine life, and perfectly located to explore the stunning Discovery Passage, Salish Sea, Johnstone Strait & Desolation Sound.

Situated along the nutrient-rich waters of the Discovery Passage, Campbell River is a hotspot for orcas, humpbacks, dolphins, seals, and sea lions—all drawn to the area’s thriving ecosystem. Unlike other locations where tours often compete for space, Campbell River’s peaceful, less crowded waters mean fewer boats and more meaningful encounters with wildlife.

Wildlife is often never that far away, which means you spend less time getting there and more time soaking in the experience. Add in calm, sheltered waters and small, locally operated tours, and you’ve got the perfect combination for safe, respectful, and awe-inspiring whale & wildlife viewing.

Come experience why so many nature lovers are calling Campbell River a hidden gem for whale watching and wildlife adventures.

Wildlife-Rich Waters

Orcas, humpbacks, dolphins, sea lions, bears, eagles and more call this coast home

Less Crowded

Enjoy a quieter experience away from some of Vancouver Island's busiest locations

More Time Exploring

Campbell River is in the heart of Discovery Passage, which means we rarely have to cover large distances in order to find wildlife.

Max 12 Guests

Space to move around, see clearly and enjoy a more personal experience

Covered and Heated Vessel

Panoramic Windows, an open front deck and on board Washroom.

Responsible Whale Watching

Stewards of the Sea. Our experiences prioritize the safety of our Wildlife

Family Owned and Operated

A personal experience led by people who genuinely love this coast

Purpose-Built

Comfortable in Every Kind of Coastal Weather

Your journey will take place on our New 2025  30′ Landing Craft. The heated covered cabin features large panoramic windows, inside seating for up to 12 passengers and has an on-board bathroom. The landing craft design allows us to have a large front viewing deck, and is wheelchair accessible! Designed for Unmatched Viewing & Photography

MORE WAYS TO EXPLORE

Seasonal favourites and unique experiences

WILDLIFE YOU MIGHT SEE

Wildlife is wild and sightings can never be guaranteed, but our local knowledge and communication with other operators help us make the most of every trip

What Can You See?

We are fortunate to have a huge variety of wildlife right at our doorstep in Campbell River and the surrounding Discovery Islands! We have a large population of Humpbacks Whales that migrate here each summer, along with Orca (both Transient and Resident), and even the odd gray whale! We do more than just whale watching though! We also commonly see Pacific White Sided Dolphins, Seals, Sea Lions, Black Bears, Grizzly Bears and Bald Eagles! We have great sightings year round but the summer months are typically the best time for Whale Watching in Campbell River. 

We’re fortunate enough to be a part of a fantastic Whale Watching community, which means we often know where everything is before we even get out on the water. This increases our chances greatly of seeing humpbacks, whales, dolphins, and various other marine and wildlife. We can't promise you'll see everything on the list but we can promise we'll do our best!

Family Owned & Operated

As an owner-operated business, we take pride in being able to offer the highest quality experience. We are personally invested in our guests, which means that when you come out with us, you can expect a highly qualified and knowledgeable captain, and a personalized level of care and commitment that is unmatched by larger companies.

Protecting Our Coast

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A portion of every tour is donated to NIMMSA (North Island Marine Mammal Stewardship Association) which directly supports local marine conservation projects

Coastal Cleanup - Protect Our Oceans. Ocean Apparel

In March 2020 We Started Our Coastal Cleanup Initiative to Keep Our Sea and Our Beaches Trash Free. We try to spend our off-season cleaning up remote beaches, as well as organizing cleanup adventures!

Explore the BC Coast,
The Way Most Only Dream of!

Who Are We?

We are a small family run business that specializes in private and smaller group tours, which means more personalized experiences. Join us for a Campbell River Whale Watching Tour, Coastal Adventure, Sunset Tour and much much more!

Where Are We located?

We are located in beautiful Campbell River, on Vancouver Island, roughly 2 hours north of Nanaimo. All of our Wildlife and Whale Watching Tours depart from Discovery Harbour Marina, downtown Campbell River.

campbell river, the best place to go whale watching on vancouver island

Cruise the emerald seas of Discovery Passage, and Desolation Sound, as we show you why we love the coast so much! We offer daily tours of different lengths, perfect for families and guests of all ages.