Jamies whaling station and adventure centres tofino all. If you are coming in the fall, bears can also be seen at the thornton creek hatchery just outside of ucluelet. Early morning bear watching trip jamies whaling station. Daily bear watching tours depart from tofino and ucluelet. Bear and whale watching jamies whaling station and. Jamies whaling station and adventure centres tofino 2020 all. Im taking a break from the surf for a night amongst the trees, a walk down to the mud flats and dinner in a lounge where the locals gather.
You can watch bears doing bearthings, while you sit on your couch at home. Situated on the traditional territory of the tlaoquiaht first nation, were surrounded by the vast, breathtaking expanse of the unesco clayoquot sound biosphere regiona region cherished for its profound biodiversity and environmental culture. Whales, bears, sea lions, wolves, eagles, sea otters, seals, tufted puffins, and so much more. The businessfriendly jamie s rainforest inn also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities.
These moments offer grand opportunities to view the black. Oct 30, 2015 wayne dolby, in a statement released on friday through jamies whaling station the company in tofino, b. To make a booking for a time within the next 24hrs please call for availability. Jamies whaling station and adventure centres tofino. Charting the course for responsible wildlife viewing since 1982. Whether we are exploring in our open zodiac or from the comfort of our. I received a media rate for my stay at jamies rainforest inn, however all opinions are my own. We are thrilled to be celebrating close to 40 years on the water. They roam the shores in search of their favourite delicacy, the rock crab. Mar 11, 2020 jamie s whaling station and adventure centres. Come experience the true west coast with our passionate team. Bear watching jamies whaling station and adventure centres. Jamies whaling station and adventure centres tripadvisor. Jamies rainforest inn tofino 2020 updated prices expedia.
Jamie s whaling station a wildlifewatching vessel operated by the same company whose boat sank last year, killing six people, ran aground near tofino, b. Terrific bear watching jamies whaling station and adventure. As a guest of jamie s rainforest inn, youll find tourticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. If you want to see grizzly bears or black bears in the wild, then look no. The research station is very important to clayoquot sound. Rooms are spacious and welcoming, from the standard to the deluxe rooms which offer extra kitchenettes and jacuzzi baths. Bear watching abundant to the west coast of vancouver island, the black bear makes its presence known when the tides are low.
They conduct research of the marine ecosystems, monitor marine life and promote public awareness of the marine environment in clayoquot sound. Coordinates with the canvas tofino collection sectional. Bear watching in tofino jamies whaling station and. Hidden in an ancient landscape on the west coast of british columbia is the village of tofino. Visit tofino surf adventures on your trip to tofino or canada. The whalewatching boat accident that claimed the lives of five british nationals has many in the small town of tofino, b.
It could be to get attention from potential mates, or a way to lose the parasites on their backs. Jamies has been provinding marine tours in tofino for over 30 years. Todays groupon has arrived jamies whaling station ltd. Tofino things to do jamies whaling station bear watching, hot springs. The team of jamies whaling station jamies whaling station. Maximum weight for our largest flotation suit which must be worn on zodiac tours is 280 lbs 127 kg. Come visit jamie s whaling station gift shops in both tofino and ucluelet. It s unclear why whales jump and splash on the surface of the ocean. Whale watching at jamies whale watching tofino bc canada. Jamies rainforest inn tofino bc 1258 pacific rim highway. Book your adventure tour online with jamies whaling. Tofino s clayoquot sound offers the most incredible coastline for viewing black bears. Whale watching tours let our seasoned guides show you to clayoquot sound s resident whales, sea otters and other marine wildlife. This website or its thirdparty tools use cookies, which are necessary to its functioning and required to achieve the purposes illustrated in the cookie policy.
We are conveniently located on the main road into tofino, just a short drive 4 km from the town center and less than a 10 minute walk from chesterman beach, one of tofinos most. From the vantage point of a 65foot cruiser or an open zodiacstyle whalewatching vessel, guests of jamie s whaling station can observe grey and humpback whales in. Stay, play and eat at jamies rainforest inn in tofino marc. Hot springs cove lies 26 nautical miles up the coast from tofino at maquinna provincial park. Whether we are exploring in our open zodiac or from the comfort of our coveredpanoramic view cruiser, the stellar sea, its easy to provide an enjoyable experience in the serene inlet waters of clayoquot sound in search for the distinguished black bear. Black bear watching tours operate from april through october.
Jamies rainforest inn 1258 pacific rim highway box 129 tofino, bc v0r 2z0 local phone. Jamies whale watching welcome to tofino photography. Our bear watching tours cruise through the protected and calm waters surrounding meares island and other scenic small islands throughout the sound. Nov 17, 2016 just a few of the adventures we offer. Tofinos bear watching season runs from april 1st until the end of october. Went whale watching and bear watching jamies whaling. We frequently encounter sea lions, porpoises, seals, bald eagles, and much more. At jamies whaling station, our team of local experts has been professionally guiding adventure seekers from around the world to explore the nooks and crannies of clayoquot sound and barkley sound since 1982. We provide details on the best hikes in the area what to expect, difficulty, and our account of the wild pacific coast trail. Orca airways offers a shuttle service for travelers. Join us for a tidal bear watching tour in search of resident black bears that are frequently seen in clayoquot sound foraging the beaches at lowtide for crab and. It may be accessed at the sharp road viewing platform, via the trail behind jamies rainforest inn, and at the tofino botanical gardens. Study craniosacral therapy while restoring mind, body and spirit in the rugged, wild and breathtaking west coast of bc. Jamies operates our waterfront adventure stations in the hearts of both seaside communities of tofino and ucluelet.
A complete guide to bear watching on vancouver island walk. We went bear watching with them and they were brilliant. With a convenient location on the main road into tofino, jamies rainforest inn is a pleasant hotel with beautiful grounds beside the tofino inlet. Jun 16, 2015 whale watching at jamies whale watching tofino bc canada tofino bear watching stay safe and healthy. Four tripadvisors give jamie s whaling station an average of 4. Great time in tofino bear and whale watching money worth. Tofino whale watching tours ocean outfitters, tofino bc. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
May 1st to september 30th these moments offer grand opportunities to view the black bear in their natural habitat from the comfort of our 29 open zodiacstyled vessel if 12 passengers or less or 40 coveredpanoramic view cruiser, the stellar sea if more than 12 passengers or if there are children 6yrs or under. Riding in openconcept boats gives you the best possible opportunity for sighting bears, and our knowledgeable guides are the resource for all. Boat partially sinks near tofino with dozens on board news 1. Jamies whaling station also owned the leviathan ii, which sank near.
The 10 best restaurants in tofino updated may 2020. Jamies whaling station vessel runs aground near tofino, b. Bear watching with jamies whaling station tripadvisor. We do advise, if viewing bears at the hatchery or at the side of the road, the worst thing people can do is get near them and habituate the bears to human presence. Jamie s recommends visitors dress for the cold, as stiff sea breezes may play off the strong waves and frisky charybdises in the tour s path. Jamies rainforest inn, located in beautiful tofino, british columbia, canada, is the ideal location for your trip to vancouver islands rugged west coast. Tofino bear watching tours are only offered in summer time, as in winter the black bears go into hibernation after they feast on the salmon run in october. Wifi and parking are free, and this hotel also features a restaurant. You may notice that departure times vary slightly from what is.
Whale watching tofino vs ucluelet tofino forum tripadvisor. Jamies whaling station whale watching and adventure. Bear watching tours traverse along the inlet waters of clayoquot soundminutes from the dock and track bears as they scavenge for rock crab in their natural habitat. Jamies whaling station bear watching octopus event promotions.
Outdoor wear for men, women and children, including. Clayoquot sounds resident bears come down to the beaches at low tide to forage for such beach delicacies. Whale watching tours let our seasoned guides show you to clayoquot sounds resident whales, sea otters and other marine wildlife. Highly recommended for tofino whale watching and bear. Jamie s whaling station was named the favourite charter company by tofino time readers. To see what i look for in a hotel, read the beginning of this post. District of tofino meetings remote attendance at council meetings.
Bear watching in tofino can be done during low tide when the bears are searching the shoreline for clams and crabs. Stay tuned and check out our story feed to find out what s next for jamie s rainforest inn as we gear up to become the next hotel zed. Join us as we cruise through calm, protected inlet waters of clayoquot sound in search of black bears as they roam the shores in search. Jun 22, 2016 black bear viewing tour with the whale centre tofino duration. By closing this banner, scrolling this page, clicking a link or continuing to browse otherwise, you agree to the use of. All vessels and guides are fully licensed, insured, and transport canada safety certified. About 4 km from the centre of town, youll find jamies rainforest inn, a newly refreshed tofino hotel set amongst 4 acres of rainforest wonder.
But it is also possible that the whales are simply having fun. Wir haben letzten september eine bear watching tour gebucht. View the magnificent black bear from the safety of our vessel and watch them flip rocks on their shoreline hunt for rock crabs. If you want to know more or withdraw your consent to all or some of the cookies, please refer to the cookie policy. Whale watching in tofino with jamies full time canada.