I've been to Victoria several times but had never done the whale watching thing until a friend from Europe visited. We booked a 3 hour zodiac tour and absolutely loved it! The weather was warm and the ocean was calm, so the wind was not too cold, but our suits would have protected us in any case. It was fast... More

I had an amazing experience with SpringTide Whale Watching in Victoria, BC. We went out on a wonderful day, and had a great time on the ocean. We were lucky enough to see about 10 whales, and got close enough to hear the sound of the blowhole, view their saddle patches, and see a baby swimming with its mother. When... More

I couldn't have lucked out better with the weather but even without that the boat ride was awesome! The staff were very friendly, accommodating and knowledgable and the orca whales were beautiful! I would reccomend SpringTide tours to anyone and am excited for future outings with them! More

I have been on three trips with this company and would recommend them to anyone. The captains and office staff are very friendly and fun to talk to. They really care that you have a good time. As far as the trip, there is a lot of information given out during the trip. We saw the mega pod of whales... More

Just recently returned from the beautiful Victoria BC and thought that I would write the fantastic review that Spring Tide tours deserves! We were visiting for a teacher's conference and just happened to fall upon their website and decided why not? I have traveled to a lot of different place as well as seen many things and attractions. This tour... More

This was a good, reliable company. Their system may need a little revision but the goal of the trip was some time on the ocean and seeing some whales - which was definately accomplished. More

I have just come back from my second trip whale watching with springtide, and have again come back OH so satisfied!! Great guides, beautiful sights and so much quality information!! Had a wonderful time and already can't wait to go again :) thanks springtide!! More

We took the afternoon departure which really paid off - the whales had already been sighted for the day. Instead of heading east from Victoria we headed west where we saw a dozen or so resident orcas who kindly stayed in the area for as long as we could stay. Apparently this area was at the farthest reach of the... More

For Springtide you can choose whether you are on the covered boat- the Marauder, or on this Zodiac. We chose the covered boat. In the end, they both go to the area where the whales have been spotted.. Big plus is the complimentary hot drinks (it can be chilly on the ocean) and toilet on board. Just the fact of... More