top rated wildlife tours
Thousands of satisfied guests are talking about West Coast Aquatic Safaris. 5-star Yelp rating. 4.9/5 on Facebook. 4.7/5 on Google. 90% “excellent” & “very good” reviews on Trip Advisor.
Tofino's premier
whale watching
tours
Experience the adventure of a lifetime. Marvel at the spectacular
landscapes and wildlife that make Tofino so special.
Tofino's premier whale
watching adventures
Experience the adventure of a lifetime. Marvel at the spectacular landscapes
and wildlife that make Tofino so special.
your guide
to adventure
and discovering Tofino
your guide
to adventure
and discovering Tofino
Watch the power and majesty of a humpback whale shattering the water’s surface or the fascination of black bears fishing, feasting and playing along the Pacific Ocean’s rocky shores. Each year the skilled and friendly West Coast Aquatic Safaris team help thousands of people like you claim front row seats for this unforgettable and once-in-a-lifetime display of nature. See Tofino like none other with our guided wildlife tours.
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aquatic advantage
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safest choice
West Coast Safari’s Three Pillars of Safety: Transport Canada Safety Certified vessels, state-of-the-art inflatable survival vests and our experienced, resourceful crew.
accessible for all
With the help of the Accessible Wilderness Society, our office and all-weather 36-passenger vessel NANUQ are fully accessible to guests who use wheelchairs and other mobility equipment.
preservation focused
Our business relies on the protection and survival of the natural beauty and wildlife of Tofino and the West Coast of British Columbia. We make every effort to assure their preservation for future generations. Book a trip and see our passion in action.
unforgettable
Tofino
experiences
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With so many things to do in Tofino, we provide a one of a kind unforgettable experience. Enjoy Tofino in a different way, and see the beauty of the West Coast.
unforgettable
Tofino
experiences
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With so many things to do in Tofino, we provide a one of a kind unforgettable experience. Enjoy Tofino in a different way, and see the beauty of the West Coast.
”One of the top 10 adventure trips I’ve had the pleasure to be on in my world travels. Captain Phillips is amazing and very knowledgeable about local history, wildlife. He is very passionate and loves to tell factual stories. For example, he shared a story about how Aboriginal whalers would hunt their prey and bring them to one of the islands to trade with neighboring bands. Highly recommended. We saw Grey Whales, California Sea Lions, Sea Otter and 15 species of birds like the magestic Bald Eagle. Wow!!!
TripAdvisor UserOctober 2020
”My husband and I went on both a whale and bear watching excursion with this company on our honeymoon in Tofino. We had an incredible experience on both tours! On the whale watching tour, the weather was perfect. We saw several humpback and grey whales as well as seals, sea lions and sea otters. Our captain was also very informative and friendly. We stayed an extra 30 minutes to watch more whales too! We did the bear excursion with the same captain. We were with one other couple this time. It was raining, but we still saw bears! Our captain took the time to explain the area and the bears. I would highly recommend this company to anyone visiting the area!!
Trip Advisor UserOctober 2021
”We had a whale of a day with Captain Christie! She taught us about the history of Tofino in addition to her wealth of aquatic knowledge. Rainy, bull orca, graced us with his presence. Wonderful day, highly recommend.
TripAdvisor MemberMarch 2021
”Went today on the Whale watching Tour expecting to see Grey Whales. Got a spectacular surprise and saw Orcas! I spotted them first cruising along the shoreline. What a sight to see! Breathtaking! The highlight of my 3 week holiday! The tour company is professional, courteous, safety conscious and down right fun. Our Captain Jackie was fun, knowledgeable and a very competent Sailor. We will definitely be back to go again and highly recommend this company. Great Value, excellent quality equipment.
TripAdvisor UserOctober 2020
