Trip Highlights: We went east of Malcolm Island where we saw sea otters, then we travelled towards the south end of Malcolm and we hung out with Argonaut and Inukshuk, both humpback whales. On the way we spotted an eagle’s … Read More
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Whale Watching Report July 17, 2023
Trip Highlights: Humpback “Ripple” trap feeding and seeing the Minke whale were both very cool! Additional Comments: Everyone was super nice and helpful. We had a lot of fun and learned a lot! Adam, Tricia and Lily, Rochester, NY
Whale Watching Report July 15/23
Trip Highlights: Highlight for me was seeing the first humpback tail; Susie’s was the sea otters. Another highlight for me was seeing the eagles nest and two babies. We loved the perfect weather with many sea otters and seals, plus … Read More
Whale Watching Report – July 14, 2023
Trip Highlights: So many orcas – you made our week! Otters too! Additional Comments: Marieke was an incredible font of knowledge and fun facts. We will definitely tell our friends this is a must-do on any trip up north. Beth … Read More
Whale Watching Report July 12, 2023
Trip Highlights: The crew and the passengers saw many animals! For example, we saw an orca pod, multiple porpoises, sea otters, and a minke whale. We also saw an eagle’s nest. However, the most incredible sight was when the orca … Read More
Whale Watching Report – July 7, 2023
Trip Highlights: A beautiful entry into the fog around Alert Bay, led to sightings of dall’s porpoises, Argonaut (humpback whale), eagles, seals and a raft of oh-too-cute sea otters. A fabulous day made even better by the wisdom of our … Read More
Whale Watching Report September 22, 2022
Trip Highlights: Many!! Humpback whales, sea otters, dolphins, eagles, incredible scenery, sea lions and seals. The people – Captain and crew very engaging and knowledgeable. Additional Comments: Mackay Whale Watching was recommended to us in the Equador rain forest!! (A … Read More
Whale Watching Report September 19, 2022
Trip Highlights: Wow, wow, wow!!!!! Lots of sea otters, white-sided dolphins (100+), Dall’s porpoises, 16 humpback whales with amazing views and lots of action; Argonaut, Kraken and Meniscus all breached! Also sea lions. Additional Comments: Loved spending time out on … Read More
Whale Watching Report September 18, 2022
Trip Highlights: OMG! It was the best trip ever! Our trip started with multiple rafts of sea otters that were floating around together. Soon after that we saw lots of humpbacks (about 13 in total). Everywhere we looked, we could … Read More
Whale Watching Report September 17, 2022
Trip Highlights: Pacific White-sided dolphins, 8-9 humpbacks, including a mom and calf, many eagles, Steller sea lions, harbour seals, and started off with rafts of sea otters; also Dall’s porpoise. Additional Comments: Marieke and Jass were awesome. You’re lucky to … Read More