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Prince of Whales Whale and Marine Wildlife Adventures is British Columbia's largest family-owned and All crew is Transport Canada certified.
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An innovative leader in the eco-tourism industry, Alan McGillivray, the founder of Prince of Whales, started this company in 1994 with one small boat that was used to deliver newspaper and mail bundles to the Gulf Islands in the morning and to take people whale watching in the afternoon. Our small company has now grown to be the first choice for whale watching in both Victoria and Vancouver. We cu

rrently operate 10 high-speed open-air zodiac style vessels and two Ocean Magic Class Express Cruisers. The Ocean Magic boats were purpose-built in 2005 and are state-of-the-art vessels that lessen effects on the animal environment by reducing the amount of noise created and by carrying more passengers within one boat. We also boast 3 world-class efficient catamarans, with heated indoor seating in both Victoria and Vancouver

Each of our eco-tours are hosted by naturalists and skippers who strive to provide an exhilarating experience that is both safe and educational. They are all very proud and protective of the animals and are happy to help you identify individuals within our resident killer whale pods. As the largest Whale Watching and Eco-Adventure Company in BC, and a founding member of the Pacific Whale Watching Association, we are proud to be a leader in responsible whale watching and to have served as teaching platforms for whale research.

11/01/2025

Sharing two of our favourite pictures of the WIC!

For years, we at Prince of Whales and North Island Kayak - Telegraph Cove, BC have proudly supported the Whale Interpretive Centre, whether through donations, bringing guests to experience their incredible exhibits, or simply stopping by to admire their remarkable collection. The Johnstone Strait Killer Whale Interpretive Centre Society was truly a gem of the North Island.

We are heartbroken to see the devastating loss they’ve endured in the fire, but we have no doubt that their dedicated team will show the resilience needed to rebuild. A fundraiser has been launched to support the Whale Interpretive Centre’s recovery, and we encourage everyone to contribute if they can. Let’s come together to help this vital part of our community thrive once again.

Here is the fundraiser link: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/pages/wic-recovery-from-the-fire/

09/01/2025

Reflecting on the countless joyful memories we've shared in Telegraph Cove, kayaking through the Johnstone Strait, spotting wildlife, and strolling along the historic boardwalk. This special place brings so much happiness and connection to our lives.

Though recent events have been heartbreaking, the spirit of Telegraph Cove remains strong in all of us who’ve been lucky enough to experience its magic. Here's to cherishing those moments and looking forward to creating new ones in the future!

📍 Telegraph Cove, BC
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07/01/2025

We have had many amazing moments spent on the boardwalk at Telegraph Cove, walking its historic planks, connecting with guests worldwide, and taking in the incredible view. The boardwalk is more than a landmark; it is a gathering place and the heart of the community.

The memories we’ve made there will always stay with us, and we look forward to creating more in 2025. We’re grateful to call Telegraph Cove home, and can’t wait to see it thrive again.

The Graham family has set up a GoFundMe to assist them in rebuilding the boardwalk, which is linked below. Thank you to all of you who have reached out to us wanting to help! 💙

https://www.gofundme.com/f/telegraph-cove-fire-recovery-fund

02/01/2025

We want to express gratitude to our guests, partners and community members who have reached out to us with supporting messages. 💙

30/12/2024

Galiano looking gorgeous in the fog ☁️

📍Vancouver, BC
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29/12/2024

We're ready to breach into the new year! Bring it on 🎆🎇

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28/12/2024

Did you know? Humpback whales can live an incredible 80 to 90 years! 🐋 These majestic giants also undertake some of the longest migrations in the animal kingdom—travelling up to 5,000 miles (8,047 km) between their breeding and feeding grounds.

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27/12/2024

Did you know? Tufted puffins are quite the lovebirds, as they mate for life! We talked about puffins in our latest episode of the Prince of Whales PODcast, so if you're as in love with puffins as we are, make sure to give it a listen! 🐦

📍 Victoria, BC
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26/12/2024

Rainy T011A holds the record for the longest-measured killer whale in our waters! He's currently 46 year old, and definitely a big boy!

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25/12/2024

All we want for Christmas is festive orcas. Have a killer holiday season! 🎄🎅

24/12/2024

Gift them something they'll never forget 🎁

Save up to 20% on all of our Gift Certificates! This is our biggest sale of the year, so if you're looking to give a loved one the experience of a lifetime, this is your moment! This sale is valid from now until December 31st. Learn more through the link in bio 💙

23/12/2024

Floating in the waves 🌊

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22/12/2024

Proud to be members of NIMMSA and support these incredible organizations. 🐋💙

22/12/2024

Happy Sea Lion Sunday!!

📍 Vancouver, BC
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21/12/2024

Double wave 👋

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20/12/2024

Dreaming of a cozy holiday season 💤❄️

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19/12/2024

BIG breach!

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18/12/2024

2024 is slowly coming to an end, which makes us reminisce about some of our favourite moments of the year, and this was definitely one of those!

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