Experience Nature

Mackay Whale Watching is family owned and operated, let us show you the rugged coast of Northern Vancouver Island

Join the Mackay family, pioneers in killer whale watching in BC with over 40 years of experience for a cruise aboard the most innovative certified passenger vessel on the British Columbia coast. The Naiad Explorer will whisk you from Port McNeill to a whale watching experience like no other. Our 3 hour tours are complete with information, history and wildlife.

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We love what we do from meeting people from around the world, helping those closer to home and aiding in conservation to protect our little corner of the world we call home.

2024 Trip Info



The cost per person is $150.00 (plus 5% GST).

Trips will start in early July

Trip Advisor Reviews

star rating  My Husband and I had the pleasure to go out whale watching this past July. We were treated to seeing more than 20 Orcas and 4 Humpbacks during our 3… read more

Morag V
September 1, 2020

star rating  Marieke and Captain Bill were amazing, so knowledgeable and fun! We saw sea otters, stellar sea lions, humpback whales, an eagle and orcas! Thanks to MacKay Whale Watching, we learned… read more

SarraSnibila
July 29, 2021

star rating  wonderful day – It was the best tour I ever had.
About three hours orcas and humpbacks around us, in silent, with a beautiful scenery. They explained a lot and it was… read more

gudruns995
August 25, 2022

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$150

/person
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Day Trip

4 hour tour departs at noon on select days. Begins early July 2024

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Exclusive use of vessel

Optimal for tour groups, water taxi needs or after hour cruises. Message for details

Mackay Whale Watching

1514 Broughton Boulevard
Port McNeill, British Columbia

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9:00 am - 5:00 pm Pacific Time