Planning a Tofino Whale Watching Trip? A Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors

A little preparation goes a surprisingly long way.

First, check the weather before leaving your accommodation. Not just the temperature. Look at wind and rain too.

Second, eat something light before the trip if you’re concerned about motion sickness. A completely empty stomach isn’t ideal, but neither is a huge breakfast followed by a boat ride.

If you are prone to seasickness, ask your healthcare professional or pharmacist about suitable options before travelling.

Also, bring your camera, but don’t spend the entire trip looking through it.

Seriously.

Sometimes the best moment lasts only a few seconds. You don’t want to experience it through a phone screen.

What Other Things Can You Do in Tofino?

Whale watching doesn’t have to be the only activity on your itinerary.

Depending on your schedule, you can explore:

• Long Beach and the surrounding Pacific Rim coastline
• Tofino’s beaches and walking trails
• Surfing and other water activities
• Rainforest trails
• Local restaurants and cafés
• Wildlife and bear watching tours
• Sunset viewpoints
• Hot Springs Cove trips

Giving yourself a few extra days is useful because Tofino isn’t really a place you need to rush through.