CANADA
The Canadian classics.
The 14 most popular wildlife tours, with what each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you will pay.
3.5-hour Victoria whale watch on the Salish Sea with a naturalist. Whale sighting guarantee or free return, plus seals and eagles.
“The crew were highly informed and very helpful. Everything is very safe and comfortable. They guarantee whale sightings, and they deliver, plus orcas, seals, otters, and bald eagles. For us it was money well spent on a special vacation. An experience like no other.”
A 3-hour small-group Banff ride at dusk to boost wildlife odds, with panoramic views and classic stops like Lake Minnewanka.
“Nolan was an amazing tour guide. You could tell he really enjoyed his job! Nothing felt rushed and he was very explanatory and enthusiastic.”
Jasper evening wildlife tour with hotel pickup, small-group minibus rides, and live guide commentary—your best shot at bears, elk, and eagles.
“This was an awesome experience. The guide provided an alternative to part of the experience as he knew the weather was perfect for a great sunset and he wasn't wrong! It was a great evening.”
3-hour Jasper wildlife watch with hotel pickup, small-group minibus, and expert-led chances to spot bears, elk, eagles, and more.
Jasper’s Maligne Valley by minibus and cruise—canyon viewpoints, Medicine Lake shore walk, Spirit Island, and wildlife spotting for a fair price.
“We had a great guide who explained everything. We got to see a about 8 elks an eagle in its nest, as well as a bear that came right up to the bus and stayed there eating berries. We than had a boat ride with gorgeous scenery around us.”
Jasper wildlife drive plus a 90-minute Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island, with Medicine Lake stops and expert guiding for about $171.
Jasper wildlife and waterfalls tour with a 90-minute Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island. Bears, canyon views, Medicine Lake.
A guided evening wildlife safari in Banff National Park with scenic dusk drives, conservation stories, and real chances to spot elk.
Private Cowichan Bay whale-watching with expert naturalist guidance, small boat rides, and strong Orca and Humpback odds plus seals and eagles.
“Watching an amazing feat of nature when the whales would breach. Listening to the Captain’s informative discussion of the life of the Humoback whale.”
Go whale and wildlife watching from Victoria on a guided 3-hour boat tour. Small group, real expertise, and great photo chances.
“Dedicated captain doing his best to find whales. After 5 hours we did not but did see a lot of other sea animals.”
A 3-hour dusk wildlife-and-views drive from Banff to Minnewanka, Bow Falls, and lookouts, with a small group and local guidance.
Jasper National Park wildlife tour with a Maligne Lake lakeshore hike, Medicine Lake viewpoints, and easy scouting for elk, moose, and bears.
See Maligne Valley wildlife, waterfalls, Medicine Lake views, and a guided 2–3 km Maligne Lake lakeshore hike from Jasper.
Winter zodiac whale watching from Victoria with flotation suits, hydrophone calls, and a certified marine naturalist on a 12-passenger boat.
“This tour was fun and enjoyable, even in the rain! We walked around town, taste tested a range of food and, learnt so much about the history of the area. It felt good to support local businesses.”
