Whales & Sea Otters, cabin vessel
What it actually looks like
What the children do
The same two and a half to three hour whale and sea otter tour, run daily aboard the Star Light, a covered vessel carrying up to 12 with a heated cabin, glass all around with window defog, a large back deck and a washroom on board. Adults pay $169 and the child fare of $139 is listed for ages 3 to 12. The vessels page says the Star Light is suitable for passengers aged 3 years and older. A $10 fuel surcharge, a $3 wildlife and ecosystem research and education fee and 5% GST are added at payment. A group discount is offered for parties of 6 or more, who are asked to phone.
Sit inside a heated cabin with glass all around and watch for Grey whales, sea otters, sea lions, seals, porpoise and bald eagles, then step out onto the back deck when the boat stops for a closer look. Every passenger wears a self inflating collar.
Good to know
There is a washroom on this vessel and restrooms, a dress-in area and hot drinks at the boathouse, and car parking is free. Bus parking, a lunch space and how a wet day is handled are not stated, so it is worth a call.
Getting there
51 Wharf St, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0