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Spring
Spring on Vancouver Island is a vibrant, lush, and mild season characterized by blooming cherry blossoms, daffodils, and the waking of the temperate rainforest. Days grow longer, featuring a mix of sun and rain showers with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 17°C, making it perfect for whale watching, hiking, and exploring coastal communities with few crowds. March and April are peak times for viewing migrating gray whales, with the annual Pacific Herring spawn attracting numerous seals, orcas, and sea lions to the coast.
Whale Watching
SpringTide Whale Watching & Charters
SpringTide Whale Watching offers unforgettable whale watching experiences in Victoria, BC. Owned by Dan and Joanne Kukat for nearly 3 decades, their passion for wildlife ensures a memorable adventure for all.
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.
Sointula Lodge
Sointula Lodge offers a unique experience for wildlife and bear watching enthusiasts. Located in Sointula, BC, the lodge provides an ideal setting for fishing and whale watching.
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.
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.
Spa & Wellness
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.
O.U.R. Ecovillage
O.U.R. Ecovillage, located in Shawnigan Lake, BC, offers a unique sustainable living experience. Featuring a spa & wellness center, it is an ideal retreat for eco-conscious travelers.
Villa Eyrie Resort
Rated as having one of the best views in Canada, Villa Eyrie Resort offers a stunning location in British Columbia. Perched atop Malahat Mountain, it provides breathtaking views of Finlayson Arm, Olympic Mountains, and Mount Baker.
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.
Galiano Oceanfront Inn Spa
Galiano Oceanfront Inn & Spa is an intimate boutique hotel with spa, restaurant, and wood-fired pizza patio.
Boating
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ray’s Sport Fishing Charters
Offering fishing charters and accommodations in Tahsis for west coast salmon, halibut, ling cod, and more!
Knight Inlet Lodge Grizzly Tours
Knight Inlet Lodge offers grizzly bear viewing in a floating resort with cultural and environmental stewardship.
Hiking
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.
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.
Maple Leaf Adventures
Explore the rugged beauty of the west coast with Maple Leaf Adventures, offering conservation-focused tours since 1989.
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.
Saysutshun (Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park)
Saysutshun Marine Provincial Park offers a unique experience with stunning views, camping, hiking, kayaking, and cultural tours.
Mountain Biking & Cycling
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
West Wave Fishing
Professional guided fishing service for salmon & halibut in Port Hardy. Operating for over 30 years.
Ray’s Sport Fishing Charters
Offering fishing charters and accommodations in Tahsis for west coast salmon, halibut, ling cod, and more!
Kagoagh Lodge
Kagoagh Lodge offers a unique experience in Quatsino, BC, providing boating, fishing, hotels & resorts, and outdoor recreation. Contact us now!
Painter’s Lodge
Painter’s Lodge in Campbell River offers the ultimate fishing experience. Enjoy top-notch accommodations and explore the beautiful surroundings.
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.
Kayaking
Paddle West Kayaking
Paddle West offers unforgettable sea kayaking experiences out of two waterfront locations in Tofino and Ucluelet, BC. Join for guided sea kayaking day trips, rentals, and multi-day tours for all levels.
Island Romer Adventures
Island Römer Adventures offers exceptional guided kayak tours in and around Nanaimo. Sea kayaking allows you to explore the outdoors, observe wildlife, and appreciate the stunning coastline from a unique perspective.
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.
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.
Coastal Current Adventures
Coastal Current Adventures offers eco-tourism, environmental education, kayaking tours, and youth camps on Salt Spring Island since 1990. With a focus on sustainability, they provide small group wilderness adventures and more.
TRAK Kayaks
TRAK Kayaks offers the most innovative kayak in the world, world-class kayaking skills progression, and a global community of outdoor adventurists. Explore global camps and tours with TRAK Experience Passport and TRAK Pilots.
Indigenous Experiences
Maple Leaf Adventures
Explore the rugged beauty of the west coast with Maple Leaf Adventures, offering conservation-focused tours since 1989.
Best Western Tin Wis Resort Lodge
Tin Wis Resort Lodge in Tofino, Vancouver Island, offers exclusive oceanfront access on Mackenzie Beach. Enjoy a hospitality pioneer's care in a serene West Coast setting.
T-Bird E-Bike Rentals
T-Bird E-Bike Rentals offers Indigenous Experiences in Ucluelet with a large fleet of OHM 2 and VELEC 3 electric bike models.
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.
Inbound West Destination and Event Management
Join Explore Songhees for seasonal cultural walking and canoe tours, tasting traditionally inspired foods in Victoria Inner Harbour.
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.
Gardens
Milner Gardens & Woodland
A seaside garden in Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island, BC, offering 28 hectares of unspoiled natural beauty perched on an oceanside bluff overlooking the Strait of Georgia.
Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens
Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens is a must-visit attraction located in Courtenay, BC. Discover stunning gardens and enjoy a peaceful retreat in nature.
Tofino Botanical Gardens & Ecolodge
Tofino Botanical Gardens & Ecolodge offers a unique experience to explore nature in Tofino, BC. With stunning gardens and eco-friendly accommodations, immerse yourself in the beauty of the Pacific Rim Highway.
The Butchart Gardens
The Butchart Gardens in Victoria, BC offers a breathtaking display of floral landscapes, dining options, and attractions. Visit to experience the beauty!
The Gardens at Horticulture Centre of the Pacific
The Gardens at Horticulture Centre of the Pacific in Victoria, BC, feature stunning gardens for visitors to enjoy. With a variety of plants and landscapes, it's a perfect destination for nature lovers.
Culture & History
Artina’s Jewellery
Artina’s Jewellery is a family-owned business with two storefronts in Victoria and Vancouver. They specialize in Northwest Coast Indigenous and contemporary Canadian jewellery, offering a large selection of unique, ethical, locally-made pieces.
I-Hos Gallery
I-Hos Gallery, owned by K’ómoks First Nation, showcases traditional and contemporary Northwest Coast art and crafts. Explore masks, prints, jewelry, carvings, and more.
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.
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.
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.
Royal BC Museum
Explore the Royal BC Museum in Victoria, British Columbia, showcasing authentic artifacts, interactive exhibits, and immersive experiences. Discover ancient civilizations, dinosaurs, and Indigenous traditions.
