VANCOUVER ISLAND
VANCOUVER ISLAND
Pacific Rim National Park
Port Hardy San Josef Bay
VANCOUVER ISLAND
Port Alberini
Pacific Ocean
Tofino Pacific Rim Ucluelet National Park
Campbell River Courtenay
Parksville
Vancouver
Nanaimo Duncan
Cowichan Bay Malahat
Victoria
Getting there : Vancouver Island is a 1½ hour scenic ferry ride from Vancouver or , 35 mins by floatplane or regular plane .
Best time to go : This region has a varied climate that allows for diverse activities . In general , it ’ s mild along the south coast and more extreme as you move inland and north . Spring is prime wildlife viewing time , while summer is great for hiking and exploring . Autumn brings storms to the west coast and winter sees snow in the mountains , but it remains temperate in Victoria .
UNMISSABLE VANCOUVER ISLAND EXPERIENCES
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Home to British Columbia ’ s historic capital , quirky communities and majestic wilderness parks
Beaming with ambience , Victoria , is a vibrant capital . With a nod to its English heritage , the city is filled with gardens and seafront parks , stately hotels and museums , bohemian eateries and craft breweries . It ’ s also the gateway to legendary Butchart Gardens , food and wine touring , whale watching and ocean adventures .
In central Vancouver Island don ’ t miss Nanaimo , which has a picturesque harbour and downtown streets lined with heritage storefronts , bars , art galleries , shops and fabulous dining . Take time to relax and recharge in Parksville , one of Canada ’ s top beach holiday destinations .
Northern Vancouver Island is the place for getting lost in nature : kayaking with orcas , grizzly watching , salmon fishing at Campbell River , hiking seaside routes and exploring First Nations culture from Port Hardy .
For all things wild , make your way to the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve on the west coast of Vancouver Island . It ’ s popular for kayaking expeditions among sheltered islets where inner waters abound with marine life and rocky shores are lined with caves , trees and beaches . Stay in charming Tofino , rated as one of the world ’ s top surf towns with inviting restaurants , galleries , shops and easy access to the beaches and trails . Ucluelet is your go to place for whale and bear watching , fishing , surfing , hiking , biking , zip lining and ocean kayaking .
Fairy Lake
EAT LIKE A CANADIAN WALKING TOUR from £ 49
On this 2½ hour tour from Victoria sample a variety of Canadian dishes and hear the stories behind them . Includes a cocktail and local wine .
TOFINO COASTAL BEAR WATCH from £ 109
Join a 2½ hour tour from Tofino along Clayoquot Sound ’ s fjord inlets in search of black bears . Watch as they emerge from the forests to forage for rock crabs at low tide .
SUNSET WHALE & WILDLIFE WATCHING from £ 115
Depart from Victoria on an open vessel and see whales as the sun sets . A naturalist / biologist are on board and a hydrophone to hear the whales !
TOFINO WHALE WATCHING CRUISE from £ 119
During this 2½ hour tour from Tofino , you ’ ll explore Clayoquot Sound ’ s wild coastline . Watch for an array of whales , orcas , sea lions , otters and birds . Tour available on either a covered boat or rigid hull , inflatable Zodiac .
VICTORIA WHALE WATCHING BY CATAMARAN from £ 119
On this half day trip , sail the Salish Sea in search of orcas , other whales and marine wildlife aboard a semi-covered catamaran .
PEOPLE , WATER & LAND TOUR from £ 225 ( inc snacks ) A half day trip from Campbell River offering a hands-on experience of First Nations culture . Travel through Homalco territory , enjoy an interpretive walk , explore the history of Aupe and also watch for marine wildlife .
GREAT BEARS OF THE BUTE from £ 395 ( inc lunch ) Join an Indigenous guide as you travel from Campbell River on an exciting tour that begins with a 2 hour boat journey . Engage in respectful wildlife viewing while you discover the people , land and waters of this spectacular region .
GRIZZLY BEARS OF THE WILD from £ 425
Get up close with bears on this immersive full day wildlife watching experience from Port McNeil . You ’ ll hopefully see whales too during a 2 hour boat trip and also visit the U ’ Mista Cultural Centre .
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