When people picture whale watching, the image is often dramatic. A whale rising beside the boat.A perfectly framed tail against the horizon.A moment that feels cinematic and larger than life. These images are powerful – and they’re everywhere. They shape what many of us expect wildlife encounters to look like before we ever step onto the water. But real whale watching is quieter than that…. Read more »
As 2024 draws to a close, we are proud to celebrate a year of significant milestones and progress in sustainability. From earning new certifications to supporting vital community initiatives, we remain committed to creating positive change for our guests, the environment, and the local community. Pioneering Inclusivity: Becoming Rainbow Registered We are thrilled to announce that Campbell River Whale Watching & Adventure Tours is the… Read more »
Written by Zoe Hasenfratz A tiny silver streak in the water. It catches your eye, and you turn your head to investigate. As you look down into the depth of a jade sea, you notice that it isn’t just one streak but thousands of silver fish darting through the water forming a formidable bait ball. Herring. The tiny link in a very large food web. … Read more »
Words by Maddie Lemke Whale watching has gained popularity as a captivating recreational activity, allowing people to observe these majestic marine mammals in their natural environment. Observing wildlife can have many positive impacts, but if not done responsibly, it may do more harm than good. In this blogpost we want to give an overview of positive and negative impacts of whale watching and help you… Read more »
Written by Maddie Lemke Whales are not only magical creatures, but also play a vital role in the health of our planet. As we struggle with the effects of climate change, it is crucial to understand the significant contributions whales make in mitigating its impact. One such fascinating phenomenon is the “whale pump”, a process that showcases how (baleen) whales help sequester carbon dioxide and… Read more »
Written by Maddie Lemke Oceans cover 71 % of the planet and are home to important species and ecosystems that we rely on for food, livelihoods, climate regulation and more. But our oceans are facing a lot of challenges these days, with a lot of species and ecosystems being at risk. Most of those challenges are impacted by human actions including overfishing, plastic pollution, as… Read more »
Our doors are officially open, and we’re thrilled to get back on the water and provide our guests with the experience of a lifetime! As of July 1st, we are running an assortment of daily tours on our zodiac and covered vessels: 3 hour Whale and Wildlife Evening Tour 4 hour Whale and Wildlife Tour 4 hour Ocean Rapids Tour (tide dependent)… Read more »
To our Valued Community, Amidst all of the news of COVID-19, we would like to take a moment to address how we are handling this ever-changing situation. The well-being of our employees and customers is of the utmost importance to us. While Campbell River continues to be a SAFE travel destination, we are erring on the side of caution and opting to take this time to… Read more »
