Accommodation and Experience Providers

We are experience makers. Born out of a love for the outdoors and the sense of freedom that cycling and paddling brings, our boutique bicycle and kayak tours are dedicated to helping people connect with the locals, the culinary experiences, and the hidden secrets that make the Comox Valley, Campbell River, and the Discovery Islands so spectacular. A feast for the senses, our Joy Rides help people find JOY in their journey through boutique day, multi-day, guided and self-guided experiences.

Founded in 1985, Gulf Island Kayaking is a family owned and operated tour and rental company offering half-day, full-day, and multi-day guided kayak adventures as well as quality kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, for hire out of Montague Harbour Marina on Galiano Island. Join our knowledgeable guides for an unforgettable kayaking experience exploring the wave-sculpted sandstone cliffs and diverse intertidal life along Galiano's undeveloped coast. Paddle with eagles, seals, otters and more!

Explore the natural wonders and wildlife of the inside passage, including Vancouver Island, the Great Bear Rainforest and Haida Gwaii. These week-long safaris by water are operated by expert guides and naturalists of this award-winning, locally owned ecotourism company. They include plenty of time ashore exploring rainforest, archipelagos, fjords and wild beaches, as well as cultural sites and hot springs. Wildlife viewing (bears, whales, seabirds, marine mammals) is a specialty of this company. Off the roadmap, you'll explore by yacht and anchor in quiet coves at night. Detailed itineraries are on the website.

Tofino Surf Adventures offers surf lessons and surf guiding for all ages and experience levels. We have group and private lesson options available. With Tofino Surf Adventures, you get the most time spent in the water.

Eco tourism and Ocean Adventure attraction. Explore the open waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca with the experienced wildlife photographers of Adventures By HIP. We are Sooke, BC's premier ocean tour service for true wildlife enthusiasts. Adventures By HIP is located at the doorstep of the Sooke Harbour Resort and Marina and only steps away from The Prestige Oceanfront Resort.

Continuously occupied for over 4,300 years, Yuquot village became the capital for all 17 tribes of the Nootka Sound region. Known as the Birthplace of BC where first contact with European explorers and traders occurred 250 years ago. Attracted to the security of the harbour, it became known to explorers as Friendly Cove. As a result, Yuquot developed into an important centre of trade and diplomacy, and it was briefly the site of Spains only military establishment in present-day Canada.

Capture the beauty of Vancouver Island and its wildlife with professional nature photographer Catherine Babault. Explore the coast, temperate rainforest, and alpine meadows in the greater Comox Valley area and up to north Vancouver Island. Reconnect with nature, hone your photography skills in the field and return home with compelling images. Photo tours and workshops are designed for photographers of all level. They are offered all year round, in English and French. Sign up for a group photo tour or workshop, or request a private one. We invite you to visit catherinebabault.com to learn more about tours and workshops, follow Catherine on Mastodon social network https://mastodon.social/@CatherineBabault and subscribe to her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@catherinebabault Catherine Babault Photography is committed to limit our impact on the unique ecosystems of Vancouver Island. We keep a respectful distance from wildlife, we avoid as much as possible to disturb the animals’ routine and we stay on designated trails.

Peninsula Gallery is a fine art gallery established in 1986. It represents some of the most sought after artists of Canada's West Coast. High quality artworks are being showed all year round with museum class display.

A Taste of Victoria Food Tours is an award-winning 2-hour guided historic walking and food tour through Chinatown, Old Town, and the Inner Harbour of beautiful Victoria, B.C., Canada. Starting at the Phillips Brewing Tasting Room, guests will participate in 6 food tastings while learning the vibrant history of this beautiful city. As of Feb. 2025, we will be offering two new tours! Alleyways and Ales is a craft beer tour, and Vistas & Views is a three-course progressive-style food tour. They run Sat-Mon. Be sure to check them out.

Experience craft beer at its very best! Join West Coast Brewery Tours for a unique behind the scenes look into Victoria's Finest Craft Breweries. Enjoy full transportation while touring 3 breweries, in 3 hours with plenty of delicious craft beer samples at each brewery! This is the perfect tour to meet follow beer lovers, make new friends and discover the art of craft beer from the best brewers in the business......oh, and did we mention you get to drink fresh locally-crafted beer!So leave the keys at home, the driving to us and support local craft breweries one delicious beer at a time! Cheers!

The Old School House Arts Centre is the bright yellow community arts centre with a big history nestled in the heart of the picturesque community of Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island. The Old School House Arts Centre houses ten shared Resident artist's studios and is an established public art gallery and art learning centre. Sprinkled throughout the building are gifting items featuring the work of Island artists, and there are over 80 classes a year to partake in. The Old School House is a non-profit charitable organization that provides vibrant community programming that is open to all - regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religious affiliation, financial status, age, sexual orientation, political belief, or physical limitation.

The Grotto Spa is the #1 Spa in Canada, offering Signature treatments that go beyond the expected. We are one of the largest spas in BC with 21 Treatment Rooms, Nail Care Room, full service Hair Salon and the Treetop Tapas & Grill Restaurant. Dedicated to providing intimate experiences for individuals and couples, we also specialize in 'social spa catering to groups and corporate business. Our 3 private 'Suites for Two' feature hand crafted copper soaking tubs, plush treatment tables and fireplaces. Spa guests receive complimentary access to the Mineral Pool on the day of their treatments. Designed to emulate a natural stone grotto, this warm water pool is infused with natural minerals to detoxify and rejuvenate the body. After treatments, guests are invited to the Relaxation Lounge to enjoy fresh fruit, teas and coffee. For a unique dining experience, try Endless Tapas at the Treetop Tapas & Grill, overlooking the surrounding forest. We give relaxation a whole new meaning!

Cortes Island's only certified sailing charter vessel. Scheduled day trips, private charters, and mothership kayaking. Scheduled day trips to Desolation Sound and Mitlenatch Island as well as multi-day kayak mothership trips exploring remote areas of the Discovery Islands, Toba & Bute Inlets. Nestled at the entrance to enchanting Desolation Sound & located between Campbell River & the mainland coast of BC, the Discovery Islands dot the intricate waterways in some of the most spectacular scenery in the world.

Waters Edge Shoreside Suites is the only property with access to both the serene Ucluelet Harbour & bordering Marina from every suite! The peaceful harbour suites are located on a private island joined by a causeway and just minutes from Vancouver Island's #1 rated tourist attraction; The Wild Pacific Trail. Waters Edge is truly the ideal location for discovering the Real West Coast of Ucluelet, Tofino and The Pacific Rim National Park (all major attractions within 15 - 30 mins from Waters Edge!). Guests enjoy spacious private suites featuring west coast decor and full kitchens; the perfect home base to explore the areas miles of sandy West Coast beaches, ancient rainforests, fantastic kayaking, awesome fishing charters and spectacular panoramic views. Guaranteed to leave you breathless! Peaceful ambiance on our private island joined by a causeway within the harbour.

Every Saturday morning, all year round, rain or shine, come for the freshest local fruits and vegetables, baking, jams & jellies, honey, crafts, clothing, pet treats, and more! With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs. Please join us in the Market Square in downtown Duncan (look for the clock tower) every Saturday and help make your year-round farmers' market the best in BC! Live music every Saturday from April to Oct.