Top 4 Wildlife Kayak Tours in Canada

1.Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $105Our pick

Meet Sea Dragon Charters in Horseshoe Bay for a five-hour trip to Howe Sound’s Pam Rocks. Guides such as Emma, Emily, Erin, Robin, and captain Kevin help you snorkel or kayak near harbor seals, with sightseeing available from the boat. Wetsuits, gear, snacks, soup, and drinks are included.

“Amazing experience! The guides were great and informative. Being that close to seals in their natural environment was a once in a lifetime experience.”

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2.Banff: Wildlife on the Bow River Big Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 130 reviews · 1h 30m · from $67

Join a 12-seat canoe at the Banff Canoe Club for a 90-minute evening paddle up the Bow River. Your English-speaking guide explains animal behavior, habitats, and conservation while you watch for bald eagles, elk, deer, muskrats, osprey, and beavers. No canoeing experience is needed, and lemonade is included.

“Amelia the guide was very chatty and funny, giving us stories and info as we paddled. We saw osprey, ducks and beaver which made the tour extra special, but the peaceful atmosphere as we drifted back with the flow was beautiful.”

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3.Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Join The Banff Canoe Club for a 90-minute wildlife trip on the Bow River. You will paddle a large canoe with up to 11 other people, then float back while your guide points out elk, beavers, bald eagles, loons, herons, and more. No paddling experience is needed, and guides such as Cam, C.J., John, Jacob, and Nieve have been praised for their stories and friendly style.

“Very calming experience after a long day of hiking. We saw some beavers, loon and Heron. Cam was our guide, super friendly and shared lots of interesting facts!”

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4.Ottawa: Ecological Reserve Kayak Tour with Turtle Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $47Best value

Join Sylvie and a small group for a 2 to 3 hour kayak outing through Grandmaître Ecological Reserve, about 20 kilometers from downtown Ottawa. You’ll paddle calm inlets, look for turtles and birds, and hear about local conservation in English or French. Single and double kayaks, safety gear, and a dry bag are provided.

“our guide was very flexible, lovely personality and very knowledgeable about the surroundings and wildlife. Thus is a beginner friendly and relaxing activity. We stayed on the water and extra half hour.”

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