About West Coast Aquatic Safaris
West Coast Aquatic Safaris operates whale watching, bear watching, and Hot Springs Cove tours from their base at 101A 4th Street in Tofino. Their team of experienced skippers and naturalist guides help thousands of visitors each year experience the wildlife of Clayoquot Sound aboard purpose-built vessels designed for comfort and safety on the open Pacific.
Tour options include whale watching expeditions to see grey whales, humpbacks, and transient orcas; bear watching trips through the inlets where black bears forage along the shoreline; and full-day Hot Springs Cove excursions that combine a scenic boat ride with time at the natural geothermal pools in Maquinna Marine Provincial Park. Most tours run from spring through fall, with whale sightings virtually guaranteed during peak migration season.
What draws repeat visitors to West Coast Aquatic Safaris is their smaller group sizes and knowledgeable guides who can read the water and the wildlife behaviour to position boats for the best viewing. Their 4th Street office sits just steps from the Tofino harbour, making it easy to check in and gear up before heading out on the water.
