Accommodation and Experience Providers

We are local family owned and operated business. We offer 4 World class fishing destinations and locations and look forward to providing you with your dream fishing vacation. In addition to Port McNeill, we launch from a secondary marina located at 6770 Bear Cove Road in Port Hardy. Please contact us for further details.

Port Browning Marina Resort can be found at the head of the spectacular Browning Harbour. Our marina is a favourite destination among boaters and island visitors exploring the Southern Gulf Islands. During a visit to Port Browning you'll find overnight moorage, a convenience store, laundry and shower facilities, glamping tents, RV rentals, camping & fully serviced RV sites, seasonal outdoor pool, WiFi, kayak and paddleboard rentals and convenient access to local shopping.

Welcome to ABSOLUTE SPORTFISHING in Campbell River British Columbia. Live the adventure and experience professionally guided salmon fishing charters with over 20 years local experience on the protected waters surrounding the Campbell River area. BC Salmon fishing is our passion, with years of Campbell River fishing knowledge and dedication assure that we will guide you to where the fish are & hook you up with the best fishing on Vancouver Island.

IMR is based in Cumberland, BC which is quickly becoming Vancouver Islands riding Mecca. If mountain biking is your religion then a pilgrimage to Cumberland is a must! Cumberland boasts a wide variety of trails right out the back door in its neighbouring forests. Cumberland is centrally located on the Island and is the perfect place to access the trails of other areas, such as; Forbidden Plateau/Comox Lake, Hornby Island and Campbell River. Island Mountain Rides is owned and operated by Martin Ready. Martin uses 12 years of guiding experience and over 20 years of mountain biking experience to ensure that you have a great time. Island Mountain Rides has legal land use agreements/tenures in all locations advertised. IMR is fully insured and has a comprehensive risk management plan in place to ensure your safety.

For the last 24 years, we have been proudly providing premium nature experiences in Tofino, Ucluelet, and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. We have helped shape the way travellers explore Tofinos outdoors. Our teams unrivalled knowledge and experience means you can rely on us to deliver a memorable and enjoyable active holiday. Our guided hiking, backpacking and walking tours will immerse you in the natural beauty of west coast Vancouver Island. The rainforest and coastal trails of Tofino and Ucluelet offer stunning views with incredible opportunities for all ages, ability levels and interests. Join us and explore the natural wonders of Vancouver Island!

We offer Rentals, Guided Tours, and Lessons for kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and canoes in beautiful Brentwood Bay, British Columbia. We are open March through October and can accommodate beginner, intermediate and advanced paddlers. Brentwood Bay and adjoining Tod Inlet offer an abundance of marine life, natural beauty and picturesque sunsets! Our Swartz Bay location (at Canoe Cove Marina) offers the perfect launch spot for day exploring or multi-day adventures.

U'mista Cultural Centre is one of the longest-operating and most successful First Nations cultural facilities in BC, founded in 1980 as a ground breaking project to house potlatch artifacts which had been seized by government during an earlier period of cultural repression. The return of the potlatch artifacts not only provided U'mista's name ('the return of something important'), and sparked a general trend toward repatriation of First Nations and cultural artifacts, it caused the creation of a physical facility and human resources infrastructure which have been successfully operated for over two decades.U'mista now operates a modern museum and cultural education facility in Alert Bay. Their operations include the museum, an extensive art gallery and gift shop, group tours, and presentations by dance troupes.

Experience rustic charm in the heart of nature! Built onto the bluff above the Salish Sea, bordering the majestic Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park, and surrounded by the towering trees of the rainforest, Tigh-Na-Mara Resort spans 22 acres and boasts 3 kms of sandy beach. Located in Parksville, on central Vancouver Island, guests are immersed in the natural surroundings, promoting reconnection to self, to family and friends, and to nature. From our picturesque and newly renovated Oceanview guestrooms, to our comfortable Spa Bungalows, to our pet friendly Rustic Cottages, we offer the perfect getaway for everyone starting with one of our 192 handcrafted log guestrooms! Relax at the award winning Grotto Spa. Indulge in unique dining at the Tapas Treetop & Grill or Cedars Restaurant & Lounge. Enjoy the largest seasonal resort recreation program on the Island, an indoor pool, fitness facilities, playground, activities sport court, giant chess, bike and paddleboard rentals and a boutique gift shop voted #1 gift shop in Oceanside. The Resort also offers direct beach access, six golf courses nearby and endless opportunities for authentic west coast outdoor adventures! Just ask us!

YOUR ADVENTURE IS OUR PASSION! Join us on a fun, educational, ethical, safe and professional Whale Watching & Wildlife Safari. Connect with nature as you quietly observe Orca (Killer Whales), giant Humpback whales and other marine mammals in their natural environment. Absorb this unique ecosystem, while you travel in Comfort with Campbell Rivers premier tour operator on our comfortable covered boat with multiple viewing decks & on board washroom. Our onboard Marine Naturalists deliver an unparalleled experience that showcases our connection to wildlife and the world in which we all depend. From late August through to October, venture deeper into the wild of British Columbia, on our awe-inspiring Grizzly Bear Excursion. Watch bears in their natural habitat from safe viewing platforms along the banks of glacier fed rivers. Learn about the bears and their habits from the Homalco First Nations who will be your guides while on land in their traditional territory. WIR SPRECHEN DEUTSCH!

Choose from our three stunning resorts located on the west coast of Vancouver Island, ideally positioned in one of the world's most prolific salmon runs, giving access to the ultimate sport fishing experience.

Serenity by the Sea Retreat is a waterfront retreat haven with quiet, creative spaces--perfect if you are seeking quality time alone or with a friend, for re-connection, reflection, or healing and creative play. Cocoon yourself in a cozy, nurturing accommodation to relax and recharge your batteries. Enhance your retreat with massage, reiki, and a myriad of special features and services. Enjoy nature, sky and sea from our cliffside tub by the sea. Our garden embraces the dynamic vibrancy of waterfront, the soothing energy of our ponds and waterfall gardens, and the personal gifts of our meditation circuit and classic labyrinth.

Nestled into the warm confines of the Wickaninnish Inn, Ancient Cedars Spa overlooks the Pacific Ocean and is Tofinos premiere oasis of relaxation and well-being. A full range of body therapy, Thalassotherapy, skin care, esthetics and more is offered in seven welcoming spaces where our international staff will customize each treatment based on your individual preferences. Ancient Cedars Spa experience is enhanced with an oceanfront patio, comfortable mens and ladies lounges with showers, and a eucalyptus steam cave. We utilize a range of high quality, naturally-inspired products including Vancouver Islands own certified organic Seaflora Skincare and the results oriented Comfort Zone face and body products line from Parma Italy. Semi-private yoga is available for optimal restorative balance, offered daily in the welcoming Rainforest Haven room. Enter with peace, leave with tranquility at Ancient Cedars Spa.

Morningstar Farm is home to Little Qualicum Cheeseworks. Guests can enjoy free self-guided tours, a farmgate store, small and large animals to see, and Canada's first "milk on tap" dispenser. Open year-round.

We apologize but due to COVID and extenuating circumstances our E-bike rentals have been suspended indefinitely. We are sorry for the inconvenience. We do however, offer sales and service of our own line of E-bikes and a variety of e-scooters both online and from our storefront in Victoria. We hope to see you sometime soon!