Whales & Wildlife

Whales & Wildlife (Canada's Inside Passage)
Departs: From Vancouver

  
Day 1. Vancouver to Quadra Island
This morning transfer (own cost) to Vancouver’s International Airport “South Terminal” for a scheduled scenic flight to Campbell River. Upon arrival transfer by water taxi to Quadra Island. April Point Resort offers a unique rustic West Coast theme with beautiful ocean views a feature of every room. You will awaken to the cry of Eagles, refreshed and ready for the day’s nature adventure
Day 2. Whale Watching Experience the majesty of killer whales in their natural environment. Transient and resident pods of as many as 120 whales each gather around Robson Bight and Telegraph Cove each summer, making Vancouver Island one of the world’s hot spots for watching. These incredible mammals arrive each year to socialize and mate, giving lucky on-lookers a rare chance to see them in the unspoiled splendour of their natural habitat. The tour includes lunch and is a full day mini-coach/zodiac adventure .
(Please note: Tour departures between 01 May - 30 Jun & 06 Sep - 05 Oct today will be a free day to enjoy the many activities at the lodge due to the Whale Watch tour not operaring.)
Day 3. Wildlife Adventure Cruise
Board a Hurricane Zodiac and zip along Discovery Passage to Vancouver Island’s untouched wilderness. Guided by a trained naturalist, you’ll travel among the Discovery Islands and see local BC wildlife thriving in their natural habitat. Watch for black bears, stellar sea lions, seals, whales and Pacific white-sided dolphins. You’ll see bald eagles swoop from the treetops and majestic herons fishing in the tidal pools. Breathe the crisp, salty air as you dart around lush inlets and explore secluded Pacific islands by boat. It’s the ultimate way to get a first-hand glimpse of magnificent BC wildlife in our gorgeous Pacific Playground.
Day 4. Quadra Island to Vancouver
Transfer by water taxi to Campbell River to connect with your scheduled flight to Vancouver.
Departures between 01 May 09 - 05 Oct 09
Departs: Daily
Package Includes:

• 3 nights accommodation at April Point Resort.
• Scheduled return flights between Vancouver and Campbell River
• Return water taxi transfer to Quadra Island.
• Wildlife Adventure Cruise
• Whale Watching Tour (includes lunch)
  Please note:
• Departures between 01 May - 30 Jun & 06 Sep - 05 Oct do not include the whale watch tour due to seasonal migration of the Whales.
• Children under 8 yrs not allowed to join the Whale Watching and Wildlife Adventure Cruise