Wow! Amazing! We have been planning this trip for 2 years and never in our wildest (whale) dreams did we think we would see such a spectacular display! Thank you so much for making our belated honeymoon so very special
Tom & Amanda Morgan, England
About Wild Whales
Wild Whales Vancouver is the only dedicated whale-watching company operating directly from downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. Roger Obayashi, the owner and manager, is a former fisherman and whale-watch captain. In 2004, he decided to try something new and unique, whale-watching directly from downtown Vancouver. Granville Island seemed to be the perfect fit, and now Roger and the staff are pleased to be embarking on their eighth season of operation. Over the past seven years, Wild Whales Vancouver has maintained a focus on customer service, ensuring we go the extra mile to find whales for our guests. Our staff has always been professional individuals who are passionate about the marine environment and its conservation.
The company began with two vessels. The “Pod Pilot”, a twin-engine jet boat that is completely open and exposed to the elements and the “Quick Change II” , also a jet boat, but with a covered section over the seating area and an open viewing deck at the back. A second open vessel, the “Orca Maru” joined our fleet in 2010, allowing us to carry 68 passengers per day. We have selected jet boats as they are ideal for whale-watching in this area. They are able to travel quickly, allowing us to cover a large range, but more importantly, they are whale friendly!
Wild Whales Vancouver is a strong supporter and member of the Pacific Whale Watchers Association (PWWA). The PWWA is the result of collaboration between Canadian and American whale-watching companies committed to research, education and responsible wildlife viewing. The PWWA has developed a set of “Best Practices” guidelines for all boats observing wildlife. These guidelines are based on the ‘Be Whale Wise’ guidelines published by the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and are designed to minimize the ecological impacts of whale-watching. The PWWA and Wild Whales Vancouver support scientific research on Southern Resident Killer Whales to increase awareness, understanding and ultimately to conserve these unique mammals.
Our Tourism Partners:
Wild Whales Vancouver is a proud member of Tourism Vancouver and Tourism Richmond. Our staff members have consistently been recognized by the Vancouver Tourism Awards for their outstanding service.
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