Before we even left the harbour this morning, we were treated to a great wildlife sighting. As I (naturalist Corey) was leading our guests to the Orca Spirit, we watched a river otter climb along the dock. These endearing mammals are frequently seen in the harbour. Once aboard our vessel, we travelled a familiar route in search of whales and other marine wildlife. Heading east out of the Victoria harbour, we travelled to the Chain Islets. Several harbour seals were hauled out, basking in the morning sun that was trying somewhat unsuccessfully to peak through the clouds. Through the binoculars, we spotted a brilliantly coloured male harlequin duck. On a wide arc southwest, we eventually made it to BeecherBay and travelled east to Race Rocks. We stopped to admire a mature bald eagle and headed to the wonder that is Race Rocks. With sightings of Steller sea lions, elephant seals and harbour seals and a couple more bald eagles, it was another great early season wildlife tour.
As Victoria’s founding whale watching company we set the standard and continue to be the leaders in providing the highest level of customer service, education and responsibility found in our industry.
We are dedicated to educating our passengers as to the importance of conservation in relationship to both the whales and their habitat.
