Campbell River: Kayaking and Whale Watching Tour

4.8
(12 reviews)
Vancouver Island, Canada

9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This is the only tour in Campbell River that combines two adventures - guided sea kayaking and an ethical whale watching tour - into a single, all-inclusive day trip. You get the "best of both worlds": the intimate, active immersion of paddling remote coastlines and the thrilling, wide-ranging search for whales from the comfort of a covered boat.

This tour is expertly co-run with our sister company, Wildcoast Adventures.

What's Included

Private transportation
All kayaking equipment
Snacks
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Campbell River Whale Watching and Adventure Tours

Please check in with the office 24 Hours before your tour. We ask that you arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure and check in at our red Float House. Our front desk staff will be happy to welcome you, answer any questions, and introduce you to your guide.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Your adventure begins at our Float House in Campbell River. Here, you'll board our 12-passenger covered vessel, "Wild 1". This boat is perfectly equipped for a full-day expedition, featuring a heated indoor cabin, an onboard washroom, and an open-air, walk-around viewing deck for 360-degree views.

Your certified naturalist guide will navigate to the Discovery Islands, a world-class kayaking destination known for its calm, sheltered waters and abundant wildlife. You'll launch your sea kayaks for a guided paddle. This is your chance to explore remote coastlines, getting views of colourful intertidal life and curious harbour seals. If you are lucky, you might even spot some whales in the distance.

Following your paddle, you'll re-board the "Wild 1" for a delicious, included lunch with hot beverages and snacks.

The second half of your day is a dedicated marine wildlife tour. We'll journey through the Salish Sea, searching for species like humpback whales, orcas (killer whales), Pacific white-sided dolphins, and Steller sea lions. Throughout the day, your guides will share deep knowledge of the ecosystem, wildlife behaviours, and local history.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Campbell River Whale Watching & Adventure Tours

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Kayaking Tours
On the Water
Wildlife Watching
Small Group
Involves Animals

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more

Rating

4.8 Based on 12 12 reviews
5 stars
10
4 stars
1
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
0
from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}