Over 20 years ago, John Douglas started the first covered vessel whale watching company in Victoria and has since set the industry standard for eco-tourism in the region. Focused on environmental stewardship, aboriginal engagement and wildlife education, Orca Spirit has never lost sight of their responsibility to the natural habitat as their crew, fleet and services expanded.

Today, Orca Spirit Adventures provides water-based transportation services to a wide variety of industries – from travel and tourism to entertainment, energy and beyond. With more boats, capacity and departure options than any other organization in the region, Orca Spirit is the whale watching, private charter and marine transport provider of choice to tourists, school groups, tour operators and commercial organizations alike.

We’re proud to provide carbon neutral trips in the clear nutrient rich waters of Juan de Fuca and Haro Strait, which support an amazingly rich and diverse ecosystem and has been rated the best place to view Killer Whales in the wild. Onboard biologists with extensive knowledge of both local waters and marine habitat