My Husband and I went whale watching for the first time recently. It was the best birthday I have ever had. We chose Emerald Sea because the captain, Jeff, was so knowledgable and passionate about whales. He was very careful not to get too close. Jeff was very accomodating and wouldn't take us out unless we were going to see... more

Usually twice a year, I go out with Jeff for whale watching. My mother, aunt, husband, uncle and close friend each time. There has never been a trip that was dissapointing! Jeff just won't take you out if he doesn't hear of any whale action. Last August, my husband and I took our friends from Fort St. John out for... more

Jeff is a fantastic tour guide! He's quite humorous and knowledgeable.... if you're gonna go whale watching go with him. He takes out small groups; they are more up-close-and-personal, if you will! We saw a pod of orcas, and a humpie whale, right in front of our eyes...and boat!!! We also saw the "moving beach" aka sea lions and a... more

We spent a morning with Emerald Sea Adventures and had a wonderful time. Not only did we see a large number of orcas, but we also encountered an amazing amount of other sea life and birds. The zodiak watercraft is custom made and, considering the kind of vessel it is, reasonably comfortable. The owner/operator is knowlegeable and friendly, making the... more

If you want to have an AMAZING experience amidst the beautiful, pristine Gulf Islands you need to book a tour with Jeff Wonnenberg of Emerald Sea Adventures. No 'Whale-Mart' here! He runs a small, personal excursion aboard a washroom equipped inflatable. With his vast experience scuba diving around the globe and Canadian coastguard job he has entertaining stories to keep... more

My friend and myself had been looking forward to whale watching all throughout our holiday. Although we stayed in Victoria we headed up to Sidney for this trip. On the first day we went to go the weather was terrible and we were told by the owner that there were no whales out that day and he did not want... more

Jeff, the owner/operator of this whale-watching boat, is such a professional. From his intense desire to please all of his passengers to his vast knowledge of marine life and his primary concern for the safety and comfort of his clients, he is the BEST! His amusing and insightful running commentaries are not only entertaining but very educational. Jeff seems to... more

Oh my!!! What an AMAZING afternoon. Jeff (the captain) was a wonderful guide, very very friendly. Call ahead a bit to talk to him, and if you are in town for a bit, he will call you and let you know what days are good for whales. We were in town for a week and he wouldn't take us out... more

we took a trip with Jeff and his Zodiac to have a look on the orcas pod around Vancouver island. Not only did we see orcas, seal and bald eagle but we did benefit of Jeff's great knowledge off those animal. Beside being very respectful of the animals as not to disturb them while they were feeding on salmons he... more