Wild Whales Vancouver

Wild Whales Vancouver We are Vancouver's Premier Whale-Watching Company.
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Departing from Granville Island, our guests encounter the vast diversity of marine wildlife in the Salish Sea. In search of resident Killer Whales and other marine mammals, enjoy the sights of Vancouver, the Fraser River and the Gulf Islands.

The fluke we all love to see! 🐋This is the fluke of Big Mama (BCY0324) — the OG humpback whale of the Salish Sea. First ...
05/31/2026

The fluke we all love to see! 🐋

This is the fluke of Big Mama (BCY0324) — the OG humpback whale of the Salish Sea. First documented here in 1997, she became the first humpback whale seen in these waters in nearly 100 years.

Every summer since, we’ve eagerly awaited her return. Earlier this month, she was spotted back in her familiar feeding grounds once again.

Big Mama’s story is one of the greatest marine conservation success stories on the BC coast. Since 1997, she has returned with 8 calves over the years, helping rebuild a population that had once almost disappeared from these waters.

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May 17, 2026 – PM Trip 🐋The T49As were on the move, powering quickly up the Georgia Strait with purpose.Every so often t...
05/29/2026

May 17, 2026 – PM Trip 🐋

The T49As were on the move, powering quickly up the Georgia Strait with purpose.

Every so often they’d pause their travel for a few brief moments of socializing, vocalizing, and playful behaviour before continuing on their journey north.

This family pod welcomed a new calf earlier this year, and you can spot the little one swimming tightly alongside mum, still carrying that soft orange hue that young calves have in their first months of life. 🧡

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Lets play a game.🐋🦅🦭🐬How many can you guess correctly? No cheating!
05/27/2026

Lets play a game.

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How many can you guess correctly? No cheating!

"Did someone say fish?" This Harbour Seal is giving us the ultimate puppy-dog eyes. You’ll often spot them hauled out on...
05/21/2026

"Did someone say fish?" This Harbour Seal is giving us the ultimate puppy-dog eyes. You’ll often spot them hauled out on logs or rocks, but they are always keeping a very close eye on their surroundings.

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May is here, and so are the giants! There’s nothing like watching a Humpback fluke for a deep dive to signal that return...
05/19/2026

May is here, and so are the giants! There’s nothing like watching a Humpback fluke for a deep dive to signal that return migration is officially in full swing.

Swipe to see some of our early arrivals head down for a snack!

Did you know: Humpbacks have ‘site fidelity’, meaning many of these individuals return to the exact same spots in the Salish Sea every single year!

Photo 1 - BCY0994 Dalmatian
Photo 2 - BCZ0410 Anvil
Photo 3 - BCY1465 Moraine
Photo 4 - BCX1068 Split Fluke

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The buffet is officially open! 🐋Two Humpbacks, Malachite (BCY1463) & Graze (BCY0523), caught in the middle of an epic lu...
05/16/2026

The buffet is officially open! 🐋

Two Humpbacks, Malachite (BCY1463) & Graze (BCY0523), caught in the middle of an epic lunge feed - one of the most powerful and coordinated feeding behaviours in the ocean.

Watching these giants surge through the water never gets old.

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A local legend in the lineup! This is Stanley (T123A). He is one of the most recognizable Orcas in the Salish Sea due to...
05/14/2026

A local legend in the lineup!

This is Stanley (T123A). He is one of the most recognizable Orcas in the Salish Sea due to his distinct overbite.
While most Orcas have teeth that interlock perfectly to grip prey, Stanley’s unique jaw doesn’t seem to slow him down one bit - he's a highly successful hunter!

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Humpback whales migrate thousands of kilometres each year, feeding in cold, nutrient-rich waters and breeding in warmer ...
05/11/2026

Humpback whales migrate thousands of kilometres each year, feeding in cold, nutrient-rich waters and breeding in warmer climates.

As we move further into May, more Humpback whales begin to return to the Salish Sea.

Each season feels like welcoming back old friends returning from a long, well-earned vacation, ready to make the most of the months ahead to bulk up and fill their bellies.

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What we mean to say when we see an orca breach… "Wow…Such raw power, have you ever seen anything so incredible? That ma...
05/08/2026

What we mean to say when we see an orca breach…

"Wow…Such raw power, have you ever seen anything so incredible? That male could grow to over 10,000 lbs and will become one of the ocean’s ultimate predators."

What we actually say…

“OH MY GOD HE BREACHED!!!”

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This week has been filled with whales and beautiful scenery!The T124ds, T71bs, T101s had an overnight stop in Howe Sound...
05/06/2026

This week has been filled with whales and beautiful scenery!

The T124ds, T71bs, T101s had an overnight stop in Howe Sound from May 4 - May 5 which provided the most stunning background.

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