There are few experiences that compare to the exhilaration of seeing a whale in its natural habitat. Vancouver, Coast and Mountains is one of the best and most beautiful places in the world to watch Orca whales in the wild. On a guided whale watching tour you can get close enough to see the signature markings of the Orca whales: the one-of-a-kind white patch around the base of the fin, the white belly, and the white patch behind their eye. Whale watching tours leave regularly from Fisherman's Wharf in Stevenson, Granville Island, and Waterfront Station in Vancouver. The best viewing time is from May to October.

Did you know? Disturbing Orca whales is a federal offense. Whales should be approached from the side and boats should not get any closer than 100 metres (328 ft). Keep clear of the whale's path. A low boat speed of seven knots should be maintained when within 400 metres (1,312 ft) of whales, and passengers should observe boating safety and not lean too far overboard. Stay on the offshore side of the whales when they are travelling close to shore. Do not swim with, touch, or feed marine life.