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【Encounter the Wonderful Ocean World】Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Tour: Richmond to Salish Sea Roundtrip
【Encounter the Wonderful Ocean World】Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Tour: Richmond to Salish Sea Roundtrip
【Encounter the Wonderful Ocean World】Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Tour: Richmond to Salish Sea Roundtrip
【Encounter the Wonderful Ocean World】Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Tour: Richmond to Salish Sea Roundtrip

【Encounter the Wonderful Ocean World】Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Tour: Richmond to Salish Sea Roundtrip

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Tour Code: 718602
$168.00 per person
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Departure City Departure City
Richmond
End City End City
Richmond
Language Language
English Live
Tour Themes Tour Themes
Outdoor Adventure
Group Size Group Size
Standard Group Tour

Highlights

• Experience a magical whale-watching journey on Vancouver's open blue waters
• Encounter diverse wildlife, including orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, and bald eagles
• Sail with certified captains and Transport Canada–approved vessels for a safe and reliable trip
• Learn from passionate marine experts who share insights, stories, and even identify individual whales

Itinerary

We will depart from the historic fishing village of Steveston, and our trip will pass through the Strait of Georgia and then through the Canadian Gulf Islands. The marine life that can be observed in our waters include killer whales, humpback whales, seals, California sea lions, etc. You can also see bald eagles and various wonders of the underwater world. Professional guides will interpret the natural codes on the sea for you: you can see the water mist sprayed by whales illuminated by the morning sun, reflecting the fleeting colorful halo, when the mother whale guards the cub close to the side of the ship, you can clearly see their barnacle-mottled skin, and the one that suddenly jumps out of the sea may be a naughty killer whale, and you may also see happy sea sloths and dolphins swimming beside the boat.
Itinerary:
Richmond → Steveston Fishing Village → Strait of Georgia → Canadian Gulf Islands Whale Watching (3-5 hours, including round trip time)
Sailing time:
04/01/2026-06/13/2026: 12:00pm
06/14/2026-09/01/2026: 9:00am & 14:00pm
09/02/2026-10/31/2026: 12:00pm

Pick Information:
1. Most hotels in Richmond offer door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services. The specific information needs to be confirmed twice.
2. Time Arrangement
Sailing Time Pick-Up Time at Richmond Hotels Time to Return to Richmond Hotels
9:00am 8:15am 14:30pm
12:00pm 11:15am 18:00pm
14:00pm 13:15pm 20:00pm
If you choose to go to the pier by yourself, it is recommended to arrive at the pier 20 minutes before the boat departs.

Notes:
1. Whale watching usually lasts 3-5 hours. The actual time may vary depending on weather conditions or the location of the whales. Please understand and arrange your time appropriately.
2. This activity requires going out to sea by boat. Please assess whether you are suitable for participation based on your health condition. If you are prone to seasickness, it is recommended to take seasickness medicine in advance and take protective measures (such as carrying windproof clothing).
3. Whale watching is subject to natural phenomena, and sightings are not guaranteed. Should no whales be observed on the day of the trip due to weather, sea conditions, or other force majeure circumstances, the cruise company will issue a non-transferable whale watching experience voucher in accordance with its policy. This voucher may be redeemed for another whale watching tour within the specified timeframe. The above compensation and related arrangements are subject to the cruise company's final regulations.
4. Water and snacks will be prepared for you, and you can also bring food and drinks, cameras, sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, waterproof and non-slip shoes, and windproof and warm jackets. Please make sure all drinks are sealed to prevent leakage!
Tips
Drop-off Information:
Richmond hotels:
- Guests who meet at the Richmond Hotel entrance at 08:15 or at the pier at 09:00, please book a domestic flight after 16:30 or an international flight after 17:30.
- Guests who meet at the Richmond Hotel entrance at 11:15 or at the pier at 12:00, please book a domestic flight after 20:00 or an international flight after 21:00.
- Guests who meet at the Richmond Hotel entrance at 13:15 or at the pier at 14:00, please book a domestic flight after 22:00 or an international flight after 23:00.
Visiting Attractions

Strait of Georgia

Meal
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

Meeting & Transfer Info

Meeting Point

08:15 AM | Richmond

Richmond hotels

Most hotels in Richmond can be arranged, but the exact information requires secondary confirmation.

Valid Period: June 14, 2026 to September 01, 2026 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

09:00 AM | Richmond

Historic fishing village of Steveston, BC. 12551 No. 1 Road, Richmond, BC V7E 1T7

If you choose to go to the pier on your own, please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure for check-in.

Valid Period: June 14, 2026 to September 01, 2026 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

11:15 AM | Richmond

Richmond hotels

Most hotels in Richmond can be arranged, but the exact information requires secondary confirmation.

Valid Period: April 01, 2026 to June 13, 2026 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday; September 02, 2026 to October 31, 2026 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

12:00 PM | Richmond

Historic fishing village of Steveston, BC. 12551 No. 1 Road, Richmond, BC V7E 1T7

If you choose to go to the pier on your own, please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure for check-in.

Valid Period: April 01, 2026 to June 13, 2026 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday; September 02, 2026 to October 31, 2026 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

01:15 PM | Richmond

Richmond hotels

Most hotels in Richmond can be arranged, but the exact information requires secondary confirmation.

Valid Period: June 14, 2026 to September 01, 2026 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

02:00 PM | Richmond

Historic fishing village of Steveston, BC. 12551 No. 1 Road, Richmond, BC V7E 1T7

If you choose to go to the pier on your own, please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure for check-in.

Valid Period: June 14, 2026 to September 01, 2026 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

What’s Included

Includes
  • Whale watching fees
  • Oceanographers provide English explanation services on whales and ocean knowledge
Excludes
  • Food and beverage
  • Service fee (minimum USD$15 or CAD$20/person/day, Any child and Infant reserving a seat have to pay the service fees as well)
  • 5%GST of CAD price
  • Any personal expenses are not listed in Fee Included
  • Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)

Special Notes

  • Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. If the order includes children, please make sure to inform our customer service of the age of the children in advance when placing the order, otherwise the children will be charged on-site according as adults. In consideration of the guest safety, pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less by the end of the trip.
  • Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible. 
  • This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for any of the attractions. Tour attraction admission charges and meal expenses are subject to change at any time without notification. Any purchased ticket cannot be refunded for lower prices.
  • During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.
  • If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. We provide the rental service for $10.00/person/day. Please make a request when booking the itinerary so that we may have the booster seat ready in advance. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel, and the fee can be refunded to the guest.
  • Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities and the handicapped who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. We do not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval.
  • In order to make your trip more complete, pleasant and smooth, we strongly recommend that you choose to book event tickets, catering packages, etc. when making your order, and we do not provide any additional booking services within 7 days before the departure date and during the tour.
  • The price in the system is US dollars including tax. If you need to pay in CAD dollars, all CAD dollar prices do not include 5% GST.
  • Guests are required to bring their own relevant documents and materials required for entry or cross-border travel. Whether they can enter or leave the country is subject to the decision of the customs of each country. The inability to enter the country is a force majeure factor, and the paid tour fee will not be refunded.
  • We may alter these terms and conditions from time to time and post the new version on our website. It is your responsibility to check the Terms & Conditions on our website regularly and prior to making a reservation. Unless specifically stated otherwise herein or required by law, we'll not be liable for any consequential, compensatory, indirect, incidental or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions.
  • Due to the oil price soar and the cost of vehicle greatly increased, starting April 1, 2022, please be advised that all bus tours will be subject to an additional transportation surcharge of $5 per person per day, which will be paid together with the tour fees when you place the order. 
  • The maximal waiting time for any late passengers is 10 minutes beyond the meeting time announced by the Tour Guide. While we make every effort to provide on-time service, it does not guarantee to arrive at or depart from any point.as a specific time, which may be affected by any number of factors including weather, traffic, strikes, government shutdowns, war or terrorist attacks, or mechanical prob- lems. We're not liable for any inconvenience or expense caused as a result of such a delay, not liable for the expense of connecting air or train or bus service missed as a result of a delay and not liable for any other travel expense caused as a result of a delay.
  • We reserve the right, when operating conditions require, transferring passengers from one vehicle to another en route.
  • The following documents are recommended to make your check-in process smooth: A valid photo ID is required to board the bus; We recommend you bring a copy of the email confirmation to board the bus.
  • This product is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group, please inform in advance, and obtain the consent of the tour guide. You need to sign the departure agreement form and the unfinished part will be regarded as your own abandonment. The group fee will not be refunded.
  • Gift items in the itinerary that cannot be given away due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather conditions or personal reasons may be subject to change. Please understand that the fees will not be refunded.
  • Smoking is prohibited aboard the bus in accordance with the law.
  • Pets and animals are not allowed on the vehicle.

Please Note:
1. Guests are not allowed to use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS and admission ticket purchased by themselves to join the sightseeing attractions included in this tour.
2. Guests who do use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS or admission ticket purchased by themselves, will not be offered the transportation service for that day, and will possible need to pay a penalty fee. Please consult your tour guide for details.
Language: This tour is escorted by a professional bilingual tour guide and/or driver guide (English/Chinese). Tours and/or languages may be combined to operate this tour depending on the number of passengers who have booked a particular departure.
Bus Arrangement: Passengers on the same reservation will be arranged on the same bus unless stated otherwise. If you wish to be on the same bus as another party /an existing reservation, please note your request with the reservation number in the comment section on the checkout page or notify us at least 24 hours prior to tour departure.
Tours4Fun cooperates with top local area tour operators and ensures the best quality of services to all travelers. We provide tour coaches that all are insured with a liability insurance coverage from $5,000,000 to $10,000,000 to make sure that your trips are safer and more enjoyable.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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