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Prince of Whales is the largest and safest environmentally friendly year round whale watching & eco-adventure company in Victoria and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Our helpful staff is available at anytime to help you make the most of your time in Victoria or Vancouver. Call us toll free at 1-888-383-4884

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  • Length: 61 feet, 10 inches
  • Beam: 18 feet, 4 inches
  • Construction: All-aluminum RHIB-derivative with double-walled sides plus buoyancy collar
  • Designer: John Simpson, working with Naiad Inflatables
  • Builder: Sylte Shipyard, Maple Ridge
  • Power: Twin Caterpillar 3406E diesels
  • Gears: TwinDisc MGX5114 2:1, electronically controlled
  • Propulsion: Arneson ASD12 surface drives with five-bladed Nibral 35-inch by 37-inch propellers
 
OCEAN MAGIC
Ecological cruiser

For those who prefer their adventure with a little more comfort.
Looking like Zodiacs on steroids, the OCEAN MAGIC I & II, are 62-foot aluminum express cruisers capable of cruising at 30 knots an hour and carrying 74 passengers. The high-speed vessel is made entirely of welded aluminum to provide stability and comfort

The vessels feature outdoor viewing areas, heated passenger seating areas, airline-style washrooms and small pantries. Mid-ship seating is open to provide a generous view from inside the cabin while the forward cabin is entirely enclosed behind large glass windows and serves as a warm-up area during cooler weather.

Purposely built for whale watching and eco-adventures, the Ocean Magic vessels were designed with awareness of the whale’s communication styles and have a low sound profile to protect that environment. Also, with a larger passenger count, the carbon footprint of individual passengers is reduced.

 
 
ZODIACS
High speed adventure

It is exhilarating to be zipping across the waves in one of the Prince of Whales brilliant yellow Zodiacs. Light yet extremely stable due to the low center of gravity, the zodiacs are more maneuverable and use up to 40% less horsepower and 50% less fuel than traditional boats while remaining one of the safest vessels in the harbour.

With a fleet of 12 Zodiacs, Prince of Whales offers a wide variety of departure times, making it easy to plan your day. Large groups can also be accommodated.

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