Fall
Fall on Vancouver Island is a stunning transition characterized by mild, sunny days mixed with increasing rain, featuring vibrant foliage against evergreen forests. It is a peak time for responsible wildlife viewing (salmon runs, bears), cozying up in cabins, golfing, and exploring a myriad of valley and mountain trails. The fall harvest of many fruits and vegetables is in full swing, so be sure to visit the various farms and markets Vancouver Island has to offer.
Breweries
Alberni Brewing Company
Alberni Brewing Company offers a selection of craft beers, weekly specials, and a menu in a cozy setting. Visit for a unique craft beer experience.
Beacon Brewing
Small batch brewery in downtown Sidney offering locally brewed beers, cider, and more, with a family-friendly atmosphere and regular events.
Small Gods Brewing Co.
Small Gods Brewing Co. is a family-owned brewery in Sidney, creating a sense of community through quality craft beers.
Ucluelet Brewing Company
Ucluelet Brewing Company offers craft beer, hearty hand-made food, and scenic views of Ucluelet Inlet. Visit for a cozy, local experience.
CRAFT Beer Market Victoria Harbour
Enjoy premium casual dining at CRAFT Beer Market Victoria Harbour, located on the water in the heart of Victoria Harbour at 450 Swift Street.
Lighthouse Brewing
Race Rocks Brewery offers a variety of craft beers, including the Race Rocks Amber Ale, Shipwreck IPA, Kapitan Czech Pilsner, and Tropical Storm Hazy IPA.
Whale Watching
Sidney Whale Watching
Embark on a 3-hour whale watching tour amidst stunning Gulf Islands Archipelago. Daily departures with guaranteed whale sightings. Personalized private tours available.
Knight Inlet Lodge Grizzly Tours
Knight Inlet Lodge offers grizzly bear viewing in a floating resort with cultural and environmental stewardship.
Hello Nature Adventure Tours
Offering guided kayaking & hiking tours in Ucluelet, Barkley Sound, Broken Group Islands, and Clayoquot Sound. Perfect for both experienced and novice adventurers.
Archipelago Wildlife Cruises
Step aboard our spacious 53 foot motor yacht to view whales, bears, sea lions, sea otters, and other wildlife in comfort. Award-winning tours through Broken Group Islands with gourmet meals and private charters.
Sea Wolf Adventures
Join First Nation guides for an immersive wildlife viewing experience in the Great Bear Rainforest. Discover the beauty of British Columbia's nature and culture on zodiac whale watching tours.
Ocean EcoVentures (Parksville)
Ocean EcoVentures offers exciting Whale Wildlife Adventures departing daily from Parksville BC. Encounter Orcas, Humpback Whales, Dolphins, Sea Lions, and more in the stunning Salish Sea ecosystem.
Bear Watching
Great Bear Lodge & Nature Tours
Offering grizzly bear viewing excursions in the Great Bear Rainforest from Port Hardy, British Columbia. Rated by National Geographic Adventure as one of the Best Adventure Travel Companies.
Tide Rip Grizzly Bear Tours
Join us for a full-day scenic boat tour from Telegraph Cove to Knight Inlet to witness bears and wildlife in their natural habitat. Expert guides ensure a memorable adventure.
Alert Bay Lodge
A four-room waterfront retreat in a former church with 14’ cedar ceilings, offering hot breakfasts and soon dinner service.
Maple Leaf Adventures
Explore the rugged beauty of the west coast with Maple Leaf Adventures, offering conservation-focused tours since 1989.
Eagle Eye Adventures
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience to witness the wildlife of Vancouver Island along some of the most majestic coastlines in the world! Eagle Eye Adventures offers bear watching, whale watching, and wildlife viewing experiences.
Vancouver Island Photo Tours
Vancouver Island Photo Tours offers private custom wildlife photo & family tours with professional photographer Rolf Hicker. Experience bear watching, whale watching, and wildlife viewing in Port McNeill.
Spa & Wellness
Galiano Oceanfront Inn Spa
Galiano Oceanfront Inn & Spa is an intimate boutique hotel with spa, restaurant, and wood-fired pizza patio.
Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara
Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara in Parksville, British Columbia, is one of the largest spas in the province, offering 21 treatment rooms, a nail care room with whirlpool foot spas, a full-service hair salon, and dining at the Treetop Tapas & Grill.
Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa
Located in a coastal forest on Vancouver Island, Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa offers stunning ocean and mountain views. Indulge in spa treatments inspired by the sea and enjoy exquisite West Coast cuisine at Ocean7 Restaurant.
The Lost Faucet Sauna House
Inspired by traditional sauna culture worldwide, offering maximally hot sauna sessions, cooling experiences, and self-administered services like facials and foot soaks.
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre in Parksville offers spa, wellness, and luxurious hotel accommodations. Located at 1155 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC.
Old House Hotel Spa
Old House Hotel & Spa in Comox Valley offers West Coast-inspired suites, wellness amenities, and convenient access to outdoor adventures.
Shopping
West End Gallery
The West End Gallery is a family-owned art gallery specializing in Canadian wall art, sculpture, and blown glass since 1975, with locations in Edmonton and Victoria.
Coho Books
Coho Books online webstore offers a wide range of over 20,000 in-store titles, including New Releases, Best Sellers, Used Books, and Bargain Books, all available for order without additional cost.
Janet Strayer Art
Janet Strayer Art showcases original contemporary paintings and mixed-media artworks in Abstract and Imaginatively Realistic styles. Explore her engaging art suitable for various moods and decors.
Telegraph Cove Resort
Discover one of the best kept secrets on Northern Vancouver Island. The small, historic village of Telegraph Cove Resort is the center for world-class eco-tourism activities and marine adventures, including kayaking, whale watching, grizzly bear and wildlife viewing, and sport fishing.
Gorge Harbour Marina Resort
Gorge Harbour Marina Resort offers a comfortable home away from home on Cortes Island, featuring luxurious geodesic domes, lodge rooms, cottages, and trailers. Enjoy the beauty of British Columbia's west coast.
Treewind Studio
Treewind Studio in Nanaimo offers a collection of artwork featuring arbutus trees, water images, and imaginative creations. Discover a blend of arts and culture in this quaint studio.
Surfing
Valhalla Pure Outfitters
Valhalla Pure Outfitters in Courtenay offers a wide range of outdoor gear including hiking, kayaking, skiing, and more. They carry top brands like Arc'teryx, Salomon, and more.
Long Beach Lodge Resort
Discover the Long Beach Lodge Resort on Cox Bay, offering breathtaking ocean views and award-winning cuisine sourced from local, sustainable ingredients. Enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere in our Great Room and SandBar Bistro, perfect for a relaxing getaway or exciting adventure at the Surf Club Adventure Centre.
Sea Otter Lodge
Sea Otter Lodge is a hand-crafted coastal lodge located on a private 7-acre island in Kyuquot, British Columbia. Offering all-inclusive kayak fishing holidays and customizable wilderness experiences, it's the perfect destination for adventurers seeking genuine hospitality and luxury in the wild.
Hiking
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Located in the Comox Valley, this resort offers skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, and unique stays. Escape to higher elevations for a thrilling adventure.
Valhalla Pure Outfitters
Valhalla Pure Outfitters in Courtenay offers a wide range of outdoor gear including hiking, kayaking, skiing, and more. They carry top brands like Arc'teryx, Salomon, and more.
Shorebird Expeditions
Vancouver Island charter service specializing in hiking and kayaking in Nootka Sound. Offers remote beach access and kayak transportation.
Long Beach Nature Tours
Long Beach Nature Tours offers active adventures in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and beyond, including nature & wildlife tours, day hikes, heli-hiking, and backpacking treks.
Rainforest Tours
Rainforest Tours leads guests on hikes through the West Coast's beauty, including East Sooke Park and Juan de Fuca Marine Trail. Trips include transportation, gourmet lunch, and interpretative guides.
Mountain Biking & Cycling
Jordie Lunn Bike Park
The Jordie Lunn Bike Park in Langford offers a unique recreational space for cyclists of all ages and skill levels. With various tracks, trails, and a clubhouse coming soon, it's the perfect destination for biking enthusiasts.
Long Beach Nature Tours
Long Beach Nature Tours offers active adventures in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and beyond, including nature & wildlife tours, day hikes, heli-hiking, and backpacking treks.
Riding Fool Hostel
Located in downtown Cumberland on Vancouver Island, we offer high-quality accommodation with access to mountain bike trails, hiking, and more. Enjoy a fun, safe, and social environment for all travelers.
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Located in the Comox Valley, this resort offers skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, and unique stays. Escape to higher elevations for a thrilling adventure.
The Pedaler Cycling Tours
The Pedaler is Victoria's oldest bike touring and rental company offering biking, craft brewery, and culinary experiences. Tours, food, and craft beer tours, and e-bike tours are available.
Fishing
Access Point Transportation & Tours
Access Point Transportation & Tours is the Sunshine Coast's Local Tourism & Marine Logistics Specialists for Desolation Sound, The Salish Sea & Discovery Islands. They facilitate cargo and passenger movement along the coastal waters of British Columbia.
Kagoagh Lodge
Kagoagh Lodge offers a unique experience in Quatsino, BC, providing boating, fishing, hotels & resorts, and outdoor recreation. Contact us now!
Telegraph Cove Resort
Discover one of the best kept secrets on Northern Vancouver Island. The small, historic village of Telegraph Cove Resort is the center for world-class eco-tourism activities and marine adventures, including kayaking, whale watching, grizzly bear and wildlife viewing, and sport fishing.
Nootka Marine Adventures
Nootka Marine Adventures operates three resorts on Vancouver Island’s West Coast offering chartered fishing, kayaking, and outdoor activities. Accommodations range from suites to RV parks.
The Lodge at Gold River
The Lodge at Gold River is a luxury lodge located on the banks of northern Vancouver Island’s Gold River. It offers unique stays and specializes in various fishing experiences for both avid anglers and beginners.
Atleo River Air Service
Atleo River Air Service offers stunning scenic flights and adventures by Float Plane and Helicopter in Tofino, British Columbia. Disconnect from the rush of life and reconnect with nature.
Indigenous Experiences
Sidney Whale Watching
Embark on a 3-hour whale watching tour amidst stunning Gulf Islands Archipelago. Daily departures with guaranteed whale sightings. Personalized private tours available.
Cluxewe Resort
Cluxewe Resort offers waterfront cottages, RV sites, and tent camping on ancestral Kwakiutl land. Enjoy nature and history in a peaceful setting.
Saysutshun (Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park)
Saysutshun Marine Provincial Park offers a unique experience with stunning views, camping, hiking, kayaking, and cultural tours.
Crowfoot Collective
Indigenous Owned Business in Cowichan Bay offering handcrafted goods sourced locally and globally. Specializing in fair trade items, including an all-natural Apothecary line.
Kiixin Tours
Kiixin Tours offers a culturally guided 4-hour hike to Kiix̣in National Historic Site, a 5000+ year-old village of Huu-ay-aht First Nations on Vancouver Island's west coast.
Culture & History
Homalco Wildlife & Cultural Tours
Homalco Tours offers fully guided tours around the Discovery Islands and Bute Inlet, showcasing North America’s wildlife. Enjoy whale watching, bear excursions, and cultural experiences.
Carr House
The family home and garden of painter and writer Emily Carr, a National and Provincial Historic Site. Open for tours during summer, offering workshops and programs celebrating Emily Carr's life, art, and environmentalism.
Treewind Studio
Treewind Studio in Nanaimo offers a collection of artwork featuring arbutus trees, water images, and imaginative creations. Discover a blend of arts and culture in this quaint studio.
Maple Leaf Adventures
Explore the rugged beauty of the west coast with Maple Leaf Adventures, offering conservation-focused tours since 1989.
Coastal Waves Fine Art
Port McNeill's hub for Vancouver Island art, featuring West Coast and North Island themed paintings available as originals or prints.
The Port Theatre
The Port Theatre is an 800-seat landmark offering diverse cultural events for all ages, enriching the region's quality of life.
Restaurants
Brown’s Bay Resort & Marina
Discover the beauty of Brown’s Bay Resort & Marina, located just North of the Seymour Narrows in Campbell River, BC. Immerse yourself in nature, enjoy breathtaking ocean views, and witness marine wildlife in their natural habitat.
Gladstone Brewing Co.
Gladstone Brewing Company in Comox Valley offers a variety of Belgian ales, European lagers, and IPA ales, along with unique small-batch creations, fostering a sense of community.
Telegraph Cove Resort
Discover one of the best kept secrets on Northern Vancouver Island. The small, historic village of Telegraph Cove Resort is the center for world-class eco-tourism activities and marine adventures, including kayaking, whale watching, grizzly bear and wildlife viewing, and sport fishing.
Westview Marina
Located at the head of Tahsis Inlet on Vancouver Island, offering world-class fishing for Tyee Chinook & Halibut. Full facilities include Grillhouse Restaurant, marine services, and more.
Qualicum Beach Cafe
Qualicum Beach Cafe offers an exceptional dining experience on Vancouver Island, featuring locally sourced ingredients and a blend of West Coast and Italian cuisine.
Pirate Chips
Pirate Chips in Nanaimo is a fully licensed family restaurant, offering gluten-free options and fresh local seafood. Enjoy the famous deep-fried Nanaimo bar!
Spirits & Distilleries
Merridale Cidery & Distillery
BC’s oldest estate cidery and first craft distillery. Sustainably crafting exceptional cider and spirits on our Cowichan Farm. Orchard-to-glass ciders, award-winning spirits, farm-to-table cuisine, seasonal events, and more.
Arbutus Distillery
Craft distillery in Nanaimo, B.C., producing unique, flavour-forward spirits and cocktails. Visit the Tasting Lounge for tastings, bottle sales, and weekend cocktail service.
Fermentorium Distilling Co.
The Fermentorium is where Old World craftsmanship meets modern techniques to create unique BC-inspired spirits like STUMP Coastal Forest Gin.
Wayward Distillery
Wayward Distillery in Comox Valley on Vancouver Island is known for leading in honey-based spirits since 2014. Their sustainable honey-based spirits are perfect for cocktails.
Ampersand Distilling Co.
Explore the family-founded craft distillery in the Cowichan Valley, offering a range of spirits and merchandise.
Island Spirits Distillery
Distillery Barrells offers a unique and authentic distillery experience with a variety of spirits to enjoy.
Wineries
Divino Estate Winery
Discover Divino Estate Winery, a 100% estate winery with a rich history and a dedication to quality. Taste a variety of varietals grown in the scenic Busnardo Vineyard.
Enrico Winery
Enrico Winery, located in the picturesque Cowichan Valley, produces a variety of exceptional wines that have been recognized with medals in Canada and the United States.
Deol Family Estate Winery
Deol Family Estate Winery is a family-owned winery in Cowichan Valley. With over 30 years of experience, we craft exceptional wines from our estate-grown grapes.
Kutatás Wines
Kutatás Wines offers a selection of premium wines from British Columbia. Order online for delivery or pick-up, with shipping options available.
Millstone Estate Winery
Handcrafted wines on a family vineyard in Nanaimo, BC. Enjoy unique coastal terroir wines.
Culinary Experiences
Off The Eaten Track
Off The Eaten Track is the original Victoria food tour company, offering unique guided tours showcasing the best local flavors. Enjoy walking tours with stories, history, and exclusive discounts.
A Taste of Victoria Food Tours
Embark on an award-winning 2-hour walking tour in Victoria, B.C. Indulge in 6-7 local tastings at iconic stops like Fan Tan Alley and Bastion Square.
Maple Leaf Adventures
Explore the rugged beauty of the west coast with Maple Leaf Adventures, offering conservation-focused tours since 1989.
The Pedaler Cycling Tours
The Pedaler is Victoria's oldest bike touring and rental company offering biking, craft brewery, and culinary experiences. Tours, food, and craft beer tours, and e-bike tours are available.
Outer Shores Lodge
Outer Shores Lodge offers all-inclusive experiences with Outer Shores Expeditions for escape, relaxation, education, and connection. Enjoy a remarkable stay in Bamfield, BC.
Qualicum Beach Cafe
Qualicum Beach Cafe offers an exceptional dining experience on Vancouver Island, featuring locally sourced ingredients and a blend of West Coast and Italian cuisine.
