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# Discovery West Adventures - Whale Watching Tours Campbell River, BC: We Live for Adventure! Enjoy Wildlife & Whale Watching Tour in Campbell River, BC! Large Spacious Covered Boat and Small Intimate groups.

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- [What is Ethical Whale Watching?](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/whale-watching-the-right-way/): Ethical whale watching refers to a sustainable and responsible approach to observing whales and other cetaceans in their natural habitats. It aims to minimize disturbance and harm to these animals while providing a safe and enjoyable experience for tourists.
- [Why Campbell River Is One of the Best Places for Whale Watching in British Columbia](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/why-campbell-river-is-one-of-the-best-places-for-whale-watching-in-british-columbia/): When people think of whale watching on Vancouver Island, destinations like Victoria, Tofino, or Telegraph Cove often come to mind. Yet tucked along the east coast of Vancouver Island lies one of British Columbia's most remarkable marine ecosystems—a place where dramatic scenery, rich ocean currents, and abundant wildlife combine to create unforgettable experiences on the water.
- [Spring Awakens on Vancouver Island: Why a Bear & Waterfall Tour Belongs on Your Bucket List](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/spring-bear-waterfall-tour-campbell-river/): Spring is one of the most spectacular—and underrated—times to visit Campbell River. As snow melts in the coastal mountains, powerful waterfalls surge to life and wildlife returns to the shoreline. The Spring Bear & Waterfall Tour is your chance to experience this seasonal transformation up close, combining wildlife viewing, dramatic scenery, and coastal exploration into one unforgettable day.
- [When is the Best Time for Whale Watching in Campbell River?](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/when-is-the-best-time-for-whale-watching-in-campbell-river/): If you’re planning a whale watching trip on Vancouver Island, you may be wondering: when is the best time for whale watching in Campbell River? The good news is that the waters surrounding Campbell River are some of the most wildlife-rich in British Columbia. Located along the edge of the Discovery Islands and the productive feeding grounds of the Salish Sea, the area offers excellent whale watching opportunities throughout the spring, summer, and early fall. While whales can be spotted during much of the season, certain months offer especially exciting wildlife activity. Below is a guide to the best times of year to experience whale watching in Campbell River.
- [What’s It Like to Go Whale Watching in Campbell River?](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/whale-watching-in-campbell-river/): Over the last few years, the activity of whale watching in Campbell River has increasingly gained momentum. This has been due to the significant growth in the number of whales that now frequently visit the area. Although it is possible to spot these majestic creatures year-round, the months of May to September present the best prospects.
- [The Ocean Is Open – 2022 Season Update](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/the-ocean-is-open/): It has been a long two years since we first started the pandemic, and we are excited at the prospect of welcoming back our international travelers this coming season! 
- [Insider’s Guide to Campbell River](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/insiders-guide-to-campbell-river/): Campbell River is a vibrant coastal community located on the east coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Known as the salmon capital of the world.
- [Bears of the West Coast](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/bears-of-the-west-coast/): The Pacific Northwest is home to several species of bears, including the American black bear, grizzly bear, and the Kermode bear (also known as the spirit bear or ghost bear). These bears play an important role in the ecosystem and have been a cultural and spiritual symbol for many Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest for centuries.
- [The Eagle Show at Jimmy Judd](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/eagle-show/): It’s a sight unlike no other, to watch these beautiful majestic creatures soar through the sky and swoop down to catch the fish. This phenomenon lasts only a couple of hours, after which the eagles return to the trees to digest their meal. Any leftover fish fortunate enough to survive, eventually make their way back down to the bottom and get to live another day!
- [Discovery West does Weddings!](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/discovery-west-does-weddings/): Sometimes we like to think outside the box and when we were approached by Brianna and Mitch to assist them with their wedding, we jumped on it! The couple and their family enjoyed an afternoon tour on the boat, and were even treated to some transient orca passing through! Followed by a photo-shoot on the dock and with the boat.
- [Brown’s Bay Resort](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/this-is-why-we-fell-in-love-with-browns-bay/): Last week was an incredible week for our guests. The humpbacks could be seen from the dock at Brown’s Bay Marina before the tours even began! One of the humpbacks spotted, included Josh’s favorite “KC” which stands for “Kelp Creature.” There’s something magical about identifying the humpbacks and watching them come back year after year, it really gives you a sense of bonding.
- [Dolphin’s, Bears, Orca’s Oh My!](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/dolphins-bears-orcas-oh-my/): We usually ask what people want to see the most before we head out, in order to give our guests the best experience possible, and then ask what they liked most about the trip. The common answer to both questions is often Orca’s, but the dolphins added a whole other piece to the equation! There is just something magical about watching them leap through the water.
- [Mother’s Day Weekend](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/mothers-day-weekend/): The boat is finally at it’s new home in Brown’s Bay, Campbell River and we were thrilled to have a couple of charters booked right away! We had a very enthusiastic dutch group join us on Saturday, and a lovely couple from Campbell River on Sunday for our Mother’s Day charter. Both groups were treated to some orca’s, as well as two different black bears scavenging on the beach!
- [Cleaning Up Horseshoe Bay](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/cleaning-up-howe-sound/): A few weeks ago Horseshoe Bay saw the worst windstorm its had in a very long time. The damages were in the millions for the marina and boat owners, but the damage to the beach, ocean and marine life are not quite as easily measured.
- [Did You Know We Have Dolphins in BC?](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/dolphins-in-bc/): Pacific White-Sided Dolphins have life expectancy of 35-45 years and can grow up to 2 meters. They can be seen travelling in pods up to 1000 and known to feed on schools of herring, sardine, salmon, and other small bait fish. These dolphins are fast and can swim up to 47 km/h, because of their speed they have very few natural predators that can keep up with them!

## Pages
- [Our Vessel](https://www.discoverywest.ca/our-vessel/): new for 2025 "Tinman" 30 Foot Aluminum Landing Craft - perfect for beach landing, loading/offloading cargo. 12 Passengers On Board Washroom Transport Canada Certified Twin Mercury 250 HP Motors Covered Heated Cabin Onboard Hydrophone Large Front Viewing Deck - perfect for Photographers No Cruiser Suits Necessary! Large Panoramic Windows
- [Eagle Show – Eagles of Jimmy Judd](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/eagle-show-adventure/): If you're a photographer, we highly recommend booking multiple days. The Eagle Show can be a bit overwhelming the first time and might take a couple trips to get your perfect shot.  
- [Partners](https://www.discoverywest.ca/partners/)
- [Spring Bears and Waterfalls Tour](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/spring-bear-tour/): Spring is one of the most spectacular—and underrated—times to visit Campbell River. As snow melts in the coastal mountains, powerful waterfalls surge to life and wildlife returns to the shoreline.
- [What Our Guests Love About Us](https://www.discoverywest.ca/what-our-guests-love-about-us/): What Our Guests Love About Us
- [Our Location](https://www.discoverywest.ca/our-location/): New for 2025: Now Departing from Discovery Harbour Marina
- [Start Your Adventure](https://www.discoverywest.ca/start-your-adventure/): Everyone has their own version of  Adventure, and we love being able to offer something for everyone!
- [The Gift Of Adventure](https://www.discoverywest.ca/the-gift-of-adventure/): The Gift of Adventure the gift that fits everyone in your life!
- [Cancellation Policy](https://www.discoverywest.ca/cancellation-policy/): Booking and Cancellation Policy
- [Water Taxi](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/water-taxi/): When planning a vacation to the beautiful Discovery Islands, you'll quickly realize that the best experiences are found on remote island lodges. These stunning lodges offer a unique experience that is unmatched anywhere else. What sets them apart is that they're only accessible via boat or float plane. However, don't let that be a deterrent! We happily offer private water taxi services from Campbell River directly to several lodges and resorts in the area. We take care of everything from loading up your luggage to ensuring your pets are comfortable during the ride.
- [Discovery Islands Cleanup Adventure](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/discovery-islands-cleanup-adventure/): The well-being of our beautiful oceans, the creatures that inhabit them and, ultimately, the future of our planet depends on us! Our Cleanup Adventure is not only a chance to demonstrate our care and commitment towards the environment, but also a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact on our community, and do a little sightseeing while we're at it! Join us in this effort to protect the delicate balance of marine ecosystems, and to safeguard the natural beauty of this treasured location, ensuring that it is preserved for generations to come.
- [Coastal Cleanup](https://www.discoverywest.ca/coastalcleanup/): COASTAL CLEANUP Is a Cleanup Initiative developed as our way to give back to the beautiful place we call home, and to ensure it's survival for many generations to come
- [The Wildlife of the Pacific Northwest – Whale Watching in Campbell River](https://www.discoverywest.ca/wildlife/): While whale watching in Campbell River, visitors can expect to encounter various species of whales, including orcas (also known as killer whales) and humpback whales, and if you are really lucky, maybe even grey whales, and minke whales.
- [Campbell River Whale Watching and Wildlife Tours](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/): Enjoy Campbell River Whale Watching and Wildlife at it's best! includes lunch!
- [Pacific White-Sided Dolphins](https://www.discoverywest.ca/wildlife/pacific-white-sided-dolphins/): The humpback whale is one of our favorite marine mammals! They are so graceful, and often at times curious about the boat. We've had some pretty incredible humpback encounters on our Campbell River Whale Watching encounters, and though the orca are usually on most guests' bucket lists, after a close encounter with a humpback, people leave with a whole new appreciation for these spectacular creatures.
- [Sea Lions](https://www.discoverywest.ca/wildlife/sea-lions/): We have large colonies of Sea Lions living on Vivian Island, Mittlenatch, and Hornby Island. There are also a few California Sea Lions (darker in color) and even the odd Elephant Seal. 
- [Orca](https://www.discoverywest.ca/wildlife/orca/): Whale watching is one of the most exciting and beloved activities in Campbell River, and nothing symbolizes this more than the majestic Orca. Guests on the boat are often thrilled and eager to spot this iconic species, also known as Killer Whales.
- [Humpback Whales](https://www.discoverywest.ca/wildlife/humpback-whales/): Humpback whales are found in almost every ocean around the world, with the largest populations residing around the coasts of Antarctica, North America, and West Africa. Their astounding physical prowess enables them to jump out of the water, slap their fins and tails against the surface, and engage in a series of acrobatic displays.
- [Book Your Campbell River Whale Watching Tour Today](https://www.discoverywest.ca/book-a-trip/): Our Campbell River Whale Watching Tours are unlike no other! The beauty of mother nature is that you never know what she has in store for you! We’ve had tours where we’ve spent the entire trip watching humpbacks launch themselves out of the water, or had pods of Pacific White-Sided Dolphins play in our wake. Orca often make appearances as well :)
- [Seymour Narrows](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/seymour-narrows/): This scenic Seymour Narrows Boat tour will get you up close and personal as you watch whirl pools form and feel the power of the water. You'll learn about the interesting history of Seymour Narrows, as your trusted and experienced skipper guides you through some of the most powerful, turbulent tidal waters in North America!
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.discoverywest.ca/privacy-policy/): It is Discovery West Adventures' policy to respect your privacy regarding any information we may collect while operating our website. This Privacy Policy applies to https://discoverywest.ca (hereinafter, "us", "we", or "https://discoverywest.ca"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting personally identifiable information you may provide us through the Website. We have adopted this privacy policy ("Privacy Policy") to explain what information may be collected on our Website, how we use this information, and under what circumstances we may disclose the information to third parties. This Privacy Policy applies only to information we collect through the Website and does not apply to our collection of information from other sources.
- [6 Hour Campbell River Whale Watching Tour](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/whale-watching-tour-campbell-river/): book your adventure Below
- [Sunset Tours](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/sunset-tours/): Our regularly scheduled Sunset Tours run from July 1st-August 31st, but if you have a group of 4, we would be happy to organize a trip for you anytime! Please Contact Us
- [Browns Bay Resort](https://www.discoverywest.ca/partners/brownsbayresort/): We Offer Departures Directly from Browns Bay Marina for Any of Our Private Tours. Otherwise we'd love for you to join us on any of our other tours departing from downtown Campbell River!
- [Discovery West Adventures Blog](https://www.discoverywest.ca/blog/): blog at our "office" there is no such thing as a bad day at work Book Your Tour Today Whale Watching Tour Starting at $259 / Adult LEARN MORE Sunset Scenery & Wildlife Tour Starting at $139 / Adult LEARN MORE Seymour Narrows Rapids Tour Starting at $50 LEARN MORE Coastal Adventure Wildlife Tour Starting at $179 / Adult LEARN MORE Waterfalls & Wildlife Tour Starting at $259 / Adult LEARN MORE Private Whale & Wildlife Tour LEARN MORE
- [About Us- Discovery West Adventures | Campbell River, BC](https://www.discoverywest.ca/about-us/): Discovery West Adventures is a small family business run by dynamic duo Josh & Chelsea. We value the importance of creating unforgettable memories and really getting to know our guests on a personal level.
- [Gallery](https://www.discoverywest.ca/gallery/): GALLERY A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS
- [Private Whale Watching and Adventure Tours](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/private-tours/): We offer our Private Tours Year-Round! The coast is incredibly beautiful 12 months of the year, and each season offers it's own unique draw.
- [Contact Us](https://www.discoverywest.ca/contact/): Get in touch
- [Home](https://www.discoverywest.ca/): Private & Small Group Wildlife and Whale Watching Tours in Campbell River, BC
- [4 Hour Coastal Whale & Wildlife Adventure](https://www.discoverywest.ca/adventures/coastal-adventure/): Indulge in a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with our spectacular Marine and Wildlife Boat Tour from Campbell River, British Columbia. Absorb the stunning natural beauty of Discovery Passage and the Salish Sea, where you’ll witness a variety marine creatures and wildlife in their natural habitat.

## Events
- [3 Hour Sunset Tour](https://www.discoverywest.ca/events/sunset-tour/)
- [4 Hour Whale & Wildlife](https://www.discoverywest.ca/events/coastal-adventure/)
- [Whale Watching Tour](https://www.discoverywest.ca/events/whale-watching-tour/)
- [Spring Bear & Waterfall Tour](https://www.discoverywest.ca/events/spring-bear-waterfall-tour/)

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