West Coast Aquatic Safaris has been having quite a good streak for seeing whales lately. Just about every day for the last couple of weeks we have been able to find a number of Grey Whales. Today was no different. We had a couple of Grey’s out towards Long Beach in the morning and as the day moved on and the weather began to change WASCO and the group headed back inside to more sheltered, calm waters to find a couple different Grey Whales. Along the way the group made a run by Plover Reefs to see about 300 Seals lounging out on the rocks in the rain.
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Archive for April, 2010
Whales Unlimited
Friday, April 30th, 2010
Sun, Whales, and Bears in the Forcast
Thursday, April 29th, 2010
The weather last couple of days has been fantastic. It has been sunny and mild with a slight breeze and feels like summer. West Coast Aquatic Safaris and our guests were very fortunate yesterday to have a young Grey whale in and around Grice Bay just minutes from the Tofino Harbour. Along with the beautiful weather and the calm waters, we have also seen several Black Bears in the last two days. Yesterday we found a female with a couple of cubs and this morning we started with two different small cubs up a tree near the shoreline.
Grey Whales in the Inside Waters!
Monday, April 26th, 2010
Wow, what a day. It started off nice, warm and with just a mild overhang of cloud, but by this afternoon the wind warnings were in full effect and the rain had just began to pour. Not to mention, the ocean jumped to an amazing 10ft swell. That would get your stomach turning. But, as the saying goes, “Every cloud has a silver lining,” and it definitely does. There were sightings of Greys travelling past some of the fish farms near Bawden Bay this morning, as well as this seasons first Black Bear cub. Just in time, as we have started to offer our regularly scheduled Bear Watching tours. So be sure to visit our website and sign up early.
Weather Doesn’t Matter While Cruising Aboard WASCO!
Sunday, April 25th, 2010
Well, looks like its going to be another wet one out there, and, if your on the mainland, I couldn’t think of a better way to spend it than with Keith at the Vancouver Outdoor Adventure and Travel show. Its the last day, so head on over and pay Keith a visit. While your at it, ask him how you could win a trip on our new catamaran.
If your not on the mainland, and looking for some local adventure, don’t sweat it! We at West Coast Aquatic Safaris have you covered. With our daily trips and a boat that caters to everyone of every age, we are sure that, even with our unpredictable west coast weather, your going to have fun. Today has been a terrific day for Grey whales as we saw 4 or 5 of them out towards Cow Bay as well as many Steller Sea Lions at Plover Reef. Visit our website for tour descriptions, rates and opportunity to save 10% booking online.
Great Whale Watching
Friday, April 23rd, 2010
It was a damp day in Tofino today. However, it was still a fantastic day for Whale watching. We had a couple of trips go out today and our guest were very fortunate to find 4 very entertaining Grey Whales as well as many Sea Lions. WASCO‘s heated cabin was a real bonus today and offered the guests the chance to be back and fourth between the three viewing decks and the warm cabin. We are starting to see more Bear activity in the area and will now be starting to offer scheduled Bear watching tours as well. We currently have a trip scheduled to depart tomorrow at 3:30pm as the tide will be low and expect to be very successful.
The Seals are Just Hangin’ Out or Hangin’ On
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010
It is a beautiful and sunny day in Tofino with strong winds. It was a great day to be on the water, looking for adventure. We experienced swell up to about 3 meters today with some wind chop on top of that. Our group of veteran Whale Watchers didn’t seem to mind at all as everyone was smiling from ear to ear at the time of return. Even though the choppy waters can make spotting the Whales more of a challenge it can also enhance the photos taken.
Good Times with the Wildlife!
Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
We have been very fortunate in the last week to have so much excitement out on the water. With Sea Lions basking in the sun, transient Humpbacks passing through, Greys feeding just off of long beach and not to mention the small pack of Wolves that have been playing on the beaches surrounding Meares Island. How could we not have a good trip?!
The weather has definitely kept us on our toes and continues to do so, but a little rain wont stop our WASCO. With her comfortably warm cabin and her 3 viewing decks, Wasco makes every trip a worth while experience. We cant wait to see what this week will bring.
Long Beach and Grey Whales
Saturday, April 17th, 2010
Today was about the fourth day in a row that we have been fortunate enough to have Grey Whales feeding out at Long Beach. We often are able to view Whales while they are migrating however to have the opportunity to witness them feeding is very exciting. Our weather did change a little today and we have not been blessed with the warmth of the sun as we have been earlier in the week but the sea conditions have held up and the tours have been terrific today.
Wolves!
Friday, April 16th, 2010
Today was an exceptional day to be on the water with West Coast Aquatic Safaris. We began our day with 3 Grey Wolves and a couple of Black Bears and a pair of nesting Bald Eagles on the insides waters. On the whale front, we were once again very fortunate. There have been several Grey Whales feeding just off Long Beach for a couple of days now and others which have been migrating along the coast. There was one whale in particular that was quite active and putting on a wonderful show with many tail flukes.
Up Close and Personal… with Black Bears
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010
Our weather has been spectacular over the last couple of days. There has also been no lack of incredible wildlife to be seen from WASCO‘s 3 viewing decks. In the last two days we have been very fortunate to see both Orcas and Grey whales feeding out towards Long Beach. A little more locally there have been several Humpbacks not too far from the Tofino Harbour. We are entering the time of year now when there are typically more and more Humpbacks entering the area and it is always very exciting. We have also seen a few Black Bears in the area in the last week and are really looking forward to starting to offer a daily bear watching tour. Keep your eye on our Facebook and Twitter pages for departure time during the period of you visit.