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Whales and Bears Nature Vacation

Take A Wildlife Vacation With a Whales & Bears Nature Tour
Nature Tour Route Map

Calling all nature lovers - this vacation is for you! Imagine 6 days and 5 nights on Vancouver Island in the Canadian province of British Columbia. You'll visit Victoria and then tour the untouched northern island wilderness while you search for orca whales, black bears and more. Far away from the noise of city life, you'll stay in Quadra Island, located just off the northeast shores of Vancouver Island. Our Whales & Bears nature tour gives you the rare opportunity to view the fascinating wildlife of Vancouver Island in their natural habitat. With this all-inclusive vacation package, you won't have to worry about arranging a thing! Come experience the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.

Cruise In Comfort And Style To Victoria, British Columbia
Orca Whale Pod

Your wilderness vacation begins in Seattle from Pier 69 on the historic waterfront. You will board one of the famous Victoria Clipper catamarans bound for Victoria - the capital of British Columbia. Aboard the boat, you can enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast, visit our gift shop to purchase duty-free items, play a card game or just kick back and enjoy the cruise. As your boat nears the Inner Harbour, you'll see the beautiful Victorian-style architecture and preserved British culture of this important city that you will have the afternoon and evening to enjoy!

Begin Your Nature Vacation At Your Quadra Island Resort!

In the morning, you will pick up your rental car and begin your scenic drive to Campbell River.  Winding northward over the Island Highway, your route offers panoramic views of the Gulf Islands and the Straight of Georgia. Upon arrival in at the Painter's Lodge (sister property to the April Point Lodge) in Campbell River, you will then be transferred by an exciting water taxi ride to the beautiful Quadra Island.

Time For A Zodiac Whale Watching Tour!
Zodiac Tours

In the morning, you'll depart from the April Point Lodge and hit the waters for a chance to see Orca Whales in their natural habitat! The orcas, also called killer whales, are well-known on Quadra Island in the summertime and have been delighting whale-watchers for years with their playful splashes. Your boat will take you to the famous Robson Bight, where the orcas pull up to shore and rub their bellies in the warm, shallow sand. You may get a close-up look at these majestic creatures as they enjoy one of their favorite activities! After your whale experience, you'll head over to historic Telegraph Cove and visit a working fish farm. You'll also enjoy a complimentary lunch before heading back to your resort for another peaceful night on Quadra Island. Here you can relax at the resort as you gear up for another exciting day of your nature vacation.

Watch For Bears On Your Zodiac Wildlife Vacation!

On day 4 of your wilderness vacation, you will cruise through the breathtaking Desolation Sound and enjoy the majesty of Toba Inlet. Here is your chance to sit back and take in the full beauty of your surroundings as you and the professional crew seek out the native Black Bears that inhabit this natural wonderland. You'll visit the Mitlenatch Island Marine Park and Bird Sanctuary where you can observe sea lions, dolphins, eagles, timber wolves, deer and more. After the sanctuary you will cruise back to shore, once again taking in the amazing views of water, forests and blue skies for your final night on Quadra Island.

If you're wanting to do some fishing on your trip, here is the chance. You can add our professionally guided salmon fishing excursion to your zodiac nature tour for a complete wildlife vacation!

Back To The Big City - Victoria
Victoria's Inner Harbour

In the morning of your fifth day, you'll head to Victoria via Campbell River by coach and water taxi. Back in the city once again, you're free to spend the evening as you please. Take advantage of all the big city perks that Victoria's downtown center offers. Enjoy a pleasing dinner and, if you're not too tired, check out the active Victoria nightlife found in pubs, cocktail lounges and performing arts centers. After a rousing evening in Victoria, head back to your convenient downtown hotel and relax in comfort and style. Spend the last day of your nature vacation exploring more of downtown Victoria including city parks, government buildings, the historic Fairmont Empress hotel and the shopping district. In the afternoon, you'll head down to the harbor and board the Victoria Clipper for your relaxing cruise back to Seattle.

Don't Miss This Amazing Wilderness Vacation!

This vacation package is truly an amazing experience not to be missed! Please call 1-800-888-2535 To Make A Reservation. to book a Whales & Bears nature vacation package. Please make your reservations in advance to ensure the best rates and travel times for you.

Package Summary

Whales and Bears Nature Vacation
Price: 2008
April - October from $1230 - $1564
*prices are per person, double occupancy
Season: July 13 - Aug 31
*season only refers to this specific package, other resort packages can be purchased from May 5 - Oct 8
Duration: 6 days/5 nights
Inclusions:
  • Lunch on Zodiac Whale Watching Tour
  • Round-trip water taxi transfer between Campbell River and Quadra Island
  • Zodiac Whale Watching Tour
  • Zodiac Wildlife Adventure Tour
  • Transfers between dock/hotel/coach
  • 3 Day Rental Car
  • Continental breakfast aboard Victoria Clipper
  • Round-trip Victoria Clipper cruise between Seattle and Victoria
  • 5 night's accommodation on Vancouver Island
Package Notes:

*Float plane options available from Seattle to Campbell River, please call to inquire about this upgrade.


Package Terms:
Pricing in USD
Subject To Change.
*Fuel surcharge will be added to all Victoria Fares
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