Question 1

What does my ticket include?

Accepted Answer

Every ticket includes all of the following: Welcome package, Aquabus Charter, the Private Zodiac tour.

Question 2

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

It has been relatively cool here in Vancouver, up to 15°C or 60°F, so I would recommend light layers, breathable clothing. You will have to wear an insulated suit for the zodiac tour, but you only are required to wear it to your waist.

Question 3

What else should I bring?

Accepted Answer

A reusable water bottle, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, A camera with a fully charged battery and lots of memory storage, Binoculars,

Question 4

How is this tour different than just going on a whale watch?

Accepted Answer

My thesis for this tour is to bring you further into The World of Orcas than simply seeing them. You will dive into the history of our relationship with Orcas as humans, and be provided the tools to engage in their world beyond a tour. Because it's more, it's a door to ongoing adventure.

Question 5

How many people will be involved?

Accepted Answer

There are 12 tickets available for this tour, and myself as your host. On the Aquabus there will be a Captain, and on the Wild Whales charter there will be a Captain and a Naturalist.

Question 6

How likely are we to see Orcas?

Accepted Answer

Wild Whales has a 95% success rate of seeing a whale on their tours, and, ideally, with a zodiac and a tour dedicated to seeing Orcas specifically, we have the best chance of any tour in Vancouver. That said, they are wild animals, and there is always a chance we don't see them on this trip.

Question 7

What mobility is necessary for this tour?

Accepted Answer

Getting on and off the Zodiac is the greatest effort any guest would require. It includes stepping over the side of the vessel to enter. This tour is also not recommended for pregnant individuals or those with chronic back/neck pain or previous spinal injury.

Question 8

Can children join?

Accepted Answer

Children are permitted, however I would request that they be at least 7 years old and have an active interest in the tour themselves. Disclaimer: We will be going over some mature topics like the captivity industry, and animal deaths.

Question 9

What if the zodiac tour cancels?

Accepted Answer

Wild Whales reserves the right to cancel the charter for impending weather/rough seas etc. If this happens, I will attempt to re-schedule as soon as possible, and you will receive notification from me immediately where you will have the choice to get a full refund, or book the following tour.

Question 10

What is the gratuity expectation?

Accepted Answer

I do not expect nor anticipate any gratuity for this tour for myself as my costs are included into the price. I would like, however, to encourage gratuity for the crew for each of the vessels we will be attending (Aquabus, and Wild Whales), you will be able to do this with cash or card at both.

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