Our Vessels
In September of 2022 we took delivery of the first of two new custom made Titan Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) viewing vessels. While many people may refer to these boats as “zodiacs”, this generic term really does not do them justice. Titan Boats are based on Vancouver Island and have been building aluminum hulled RHIBs for both ecotourism and law enforcement for over a quarter century. We worked closely with Titan to design our vessels to provide our guests the most comfortable and intimate wildlife viewing experiences possible.
Gone are the standard bench seats that most companies use and replaced with individual seats on shock mitigating suspension platforms, providing a comfortable ride even in bumpy conditions. When stopped to view wildlife you are not constrained to your seats, the boats have viewing areas in front and behind the seats allowing guests to spread out and get the best possible sightings. An aisle down the center of the boat allows easy access to the standing height on board toilet (head).
At almost 10 metres in length (33 feet) and powered by twin 300 HP Yamaha outboards, our vessels allow us to cover a lot of water in a variety of conditions. Our vessels are comfortable for a few hours or a full day. Features include Simrad navigation, Radar, and AIS system, plus dual VHF Radios. Our onboard hydrophone and speaker system allows us to listen to the whales.
To add to our guests’ comfort, we provide two-piece flotation suits plus warm hats and binoculars on all tours. The two-piece suits are much easier to get in and out of than the traditional one-piece suits used by most companies. *two-piece suits are available in sizes Small to XXL. We also have one-piece suits in Extra Small and XXXL sizes.
Natalie Wren
We took delivery of the Natalie Wren in September 2022. Named after co-owner Andrew Jones’ daughter.
Eleni Jane
The Eleni Jane is currently being built on Vancouver Island for delivery in the spring of 2023. Named after co-owner Mike Willie’s youngest daughter.
Many great sightings of whales, while on our safaris. If you’d like to check out our website, please click the link in the bio!
Hanging out in the Great Bear Rainforest can be exhilarating! 🎥 - @taylormichaelburk
Capturing Magical Moments! Hanging out with the brothers was absolutely amazing! @downtofilm @noahshumka @seawolfadventures
Water is life for wildlife ~ Memories is life ~ Energy is life! #coastalrainforestsafaris #crs #safetrueeducational #wildlife #water #ocean #healing
Now that #7vsWild season 3 is hitting the screens on Amazon Freevee, we're thrilled to spill the beans on our behind-the-scenes involvement this past summer. Starting at the end of November the series will also begin airing full episodes on YouTube.
Day one for the contestants kicked off with breathtaking encounters for many of the #7vsWildTeams - eagles, snakes, and wolves, oh my! 🐺 But what's in store for the contestants on the second day? 🤔 Share your guesses in the comments below!
Here are just some of the wildlife the teams may encounter. All of these photos are taken during our day trips throughout the traditional territory of the T̓łat̕ła̱sikwa̱la First Nation, where the series was filmed.
As the series unfolds, we're eager to hear what you're hoping the teams may encounter. This season, each team is armed with video cameras equipped with impressive zoom capabilities, hopefully they will get some great wildlife shots that will leave you in awe!
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#whales #otters #sealions #seals #orcas #humpbackwhale #bears #blackbear #wolf #coastalwolf #deer #dolphins @baldeagle
A Sea Nettle jelly seen in the shallows during one of our tours this past summer. Beautiful to watch, but their sting can be painful. While our gueats often join us looking for larger marine mammals, it is often the small surprises that really make the trip memorable.
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#jelly #seanettle #visitporthardy #gonorthisland #explorevancouverisland @explorebc #indigenoustourismbc #vancouverisland
#7vswild
🐋🦦🐻 Exciting News! 🐻🦦🐋
Our 2024 "Whales, Otter, and Grizzly Bears" package is now available to book online! Get ready to embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure like never before.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of nature as you encounter majestic whales, playful otters, and awe-inspiring grizzly bears in their natural habitat.
🗓️ Book your spot now. Spaces are limited, so don't wait too long!
👉 Click the link in our bio to learn more. Get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime!
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#whalewatching #bearviewing #wildlifephotography #whales #otters #humpbackwhale #grizzlybears #visitporthardy #vancouverisland #gonorthisland #indigenousbc #explorevancouverisland #explorebc #explorecanada
Kwikw - bald eagle. Did you know that there are many traditional governances amongst the First Nations, on the BC Coast, that attribute to the iconic bald eagle? #coastalrainforestsafaris #crs #safetrueeducational #gonorthisland #indigenousbc #explorebc #explorecanada #baldeagle
This has to be it! These moments never get old! #humpbackwhale #whale #coastalrainforestsafaris #crs #safetrueeducational #gonorthisland #indigenousbc #explorebc #explorecanada
Sunset viewing, a rare but amazing experience! Paying tribute to what brings us life, the T̕łisa̱la. #coastalrainforestsafaris #crs #safetrueeducational #gonorthisland #sunset #sun #life
Ever see a humpback catch juvenile herring? Many many magical days with Coastal Rainforest safaris! #coastalrainforestsafaris #crs #humpbackwhale #gonorthisland #indigenoustourism #indigenousbc #explorebc #explorecanada
Nice to get visited by our ancestor G̱wa̱'ya̱m! #humpback #humpbackwhale #whale #tlatlasikwalaterritory