Protection Island Ferry is one of the Nanaimo districts. It is where visitors can ride a boat and surf the surrounding area. It offers a chance to have an experience for Protection Island Ferry whale watching also observe scenic views. Enjoy the spectacular nature of Gabriola Island, Newcastle Island, Valdes Island, and other islands at the east of Vancouver Island.
Rocky beaches, lovely parks and gardens, excellent wildlife diversity and the availability of several cafes and restaurants multiply the attractiveness of choosing Nanaimo whale watching and specifically Protection Island Ferry for whale watching journey. People can also ride their private boats on this location and try their luck to watch Vancouver Island's wonderful whales and orcas.
Orcas:
The marine life at the Protection Island Ferry area includes Porpoises, Dolphins, Whales, Seals, and Sea Lions. East and south of Vancouver Island waterways are the home for hundreds of frolicking orca whales. The Resident Whales feed on abundant Salmon fish during the summer months. The Transient Whales feed on other marine mammals.
Contrary to human beings, orcas are acoustic animals. Orcas usually use sound to navigate and locate their prey and communicate.
Protection Island Ferry is located at 151 Front St, east of Nanaimo, harbour Nanaimo, BC V9R 5E2, Vancouver Island, Canada. The services for passengers are all year round.
The distance of Protection Island Ferry from downtown Nanaimo is about 600 m (1968.5 ft). There is another hot spot you can find around, which is Nanaimo Yacht Club whale watching.
Distance from Victoria: 111 km (69 miles) / Takes about an hour and a half.
Getting to Protection Island Ferry from Victoria is via Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N. Head west on Pandora Ave toward Government St. After 99 m (324.8 ft), turn right onto Government St. Drive 1.0 km (0.6 miles) with a slight right toward Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N. After 72 m (236.2 ft), use any lane to turn left onto Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N and drive 109 km (67.7 miles). Turn right onto Esplanade (signs for Gabriola 1st) and after 89 m (292 ft) continue onto Front St. Destination will be on the right side. Drive 450 m (1476.3 ft) more to reach Protection Island Ferry.