The southern side of the island faces the Pacific, a perfect place to experience wildlife, especially Port Renfrew Whale Watching. Adventure awaits in Port Renfrew. Exploring the waters aboard a zodiac vessel between Southern Vancouver Island and the northernmost point of the Olympic Peninsula, visitors may watch Carmanah Point Light Station and learn about the West Coast Trail history.
Spouting whales of Port Renfrew brings an exciting adventure and a long-lasting memory. Besides whales, other types of animals may be observable, such as deer, seals, sea lions, porpoises, eagles, bears and wolves. Surrounded by the sea and incredible nature, Port Renfrew is one of the world's best whale watching locations. Fishing around Port Renfrew brings the opportunity to spot whales during their movements and diving or spouting near Port Renfrew.
Port Renfrew is accessible via Highway 14, West Coast Road, 106 km (66 miles) northwest of Victoria on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island. The 70-kilometre (43 miles) stretch of hallowed ground from Sooke to Port Renfrew is full of astonishing sceneries.
Visitors may consider the West Coast Trail Express. Bus services are also available from Victoria and Nanaimo to the West Coast Trail and Juan de Fuca Marine Trail's trailheads from May through September. Visitors who intend to access the place by boat may use the new Pacific Gateway Marina next to the Wild Coast cottages.
Orcas:
Orcas (Killer Whales), Grey Whales, Humpback Whales, and Dall's Porpoise may be observable on the same journey. In addition to whale and wildlife watching, other animals such as black bears, deer, and bald eagles may be playing in the majestic old-growth forests nearby. Therefore, whale watching around Port Renfrew is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Riding a 12-passenger zodiac and cruising along glacier-carved shores are other merits of a whale-watching journey.