Accommodation and Experience Providers

Metchosin ArtPod is an artist-run collective and gallery located in the rural village of Metchosin, on Greater Victorias West Shore. We support local visual artists by offering opportunities to learn, create, show, and sell original work, and offer the community a venue for engaging with the visual arts. We offer: open calls for art submissions to artists in our region and beyond; externally juried art shows and sales in a gallery setting; show opening events, featured artist talks, and discussion forums; weekly drop-in art sessions; art workshops, resource networks and learning opportunities. Art drop-in sessions are held during the week, and the gallery is open Fri -Sun, 11-4. We are located in a rural village, surrounded by cafes, a micro-brewery, artist studios, historic sites, and many farms, parks and trails. So many options for art lovers Well worth a visit!

Sea Wolf Adventures connects travellers to destinations in the Broughton Archipelago and the Great Bear Rainforest for grizzly bear viewing, wilderness and wildlife experiences, and First Nations cultural tours. Your guides are well trained in tradition and wildlife guiding. They will give you a deeper experience into First Nations culture and heritage of the Kwakwaka'wakw Nation. Safe. True. Education -- a truly unforgettable wildlife experience. Our vessels are brand new, state of the art, and very seaworthy.

Billy Barkers legendary gold strike on Williams Creek triggered a multi-billion dollar industrial revolution that literally built a province. Today, the extraordinary historic town of Barkerville stands as a living testament to BCs golden beginnings. With its unique street scape of more than 125 heritage buildings, period displays, satellite museums, restaurants and shops there is still so much to explore.

Orca Spirit Adventures is Victoria's premier whale watching company, offering carbon neutral tours led by captains and naturalists whose knowledge and passion for Vancouver Islands marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry. April through October are the peak whale watching months and during this time we boast a greater than 95% success rate of spotting whales, including Humpback Whales, Bigg's Killer Whales, Minke, & Gray Whales! Other wildlife you may encounter include Dalls and Harbour Porpoise, Harbour and Elephant Seals, otters & marine birds such as Cormorants and Bald Eagles. Unlucky tour? Join us again using our WHALE GUARANTEE for a complimentary tour to bring your dreams of seeing these magnificent animals to life. Choose between a covered vessel with indoor and outdoor viewing areas and the 12-passenger zodiac vessel, for the more wild at heart. For all guests we offer complimentary shuttle pick up from all hotels in downtown Victoria. Tour length is 3-hours.

Arbutus Ridge Golf Club is located 20 minutes from the outskirts of Victoria on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The golf course has a Four Star Golf Digest Rating and is located in the seaside community of Cobble Hill directly surrounded by 9 Cowichan wineries and just 10 minutes from the cultural city of Duncan or 40 minutes from Nanaimo. The Satellite Bar & Grille boasts one of BC's most scenic patios overlooking the 18th hole. The glass-fronted clubhouse juts over a hill,looking out to the Satellite Channel and offers a combination of mountain and ocean views. The clubhouse offers an ideal setting for a Wedding, Banquet, Meeting or Golf Tournament. Arbutus Ridge Golf Academy, Vancouver Island's finest location for a golf school, golf clinic, or private golf lesson. The Golf Academy boasts a full-featured practice facility with five target greens and two short game areas.

Chew On This Tasty Tours delivers all-inclusive, small-group culinary adventures across British Columbia. In Fort Langley, enjoy Indigenous chef created tastings. Go around the world on a plate in Surrey and sample global flavors. Dine VIP style with Chef Vikram Vij in Vancouver. Private dinners, team-building events, and custom food journeys celebrating local flavors and community sustainability.

The Long Beach Campground is the perfect spot for a family vacation, a surfing adventure, or a laid-back getaway. Nestled in the ancient rainforest, the Long Beach Golf Course Campground offers 88 RV and campsites in a wilderness setting and is only a few minutes drive from the waves of the world famous Long Beach in Pacific Rim National Park. Ideally situated between Tofino and Ucluelet, the Long Beach Golf Course and Campground's central location allows quick access to all the local attractions. Combine a stay at our campground with one of the many unique amenities that the Long Beach Golf Course and Campground has to offer. * 18 Hole Mini Putt * Driving Range * Championship 9 hole par 36 Golf Course * Restaurant * Cold Beer * Ice cream / snacks

We have four-1100 sq foot suites with central air, full kitchen, gas bbq, mountain views. Each suite contains 1 king bedroom & 2 queen bedrooms. All this situated on an organic farm.

Nestled on the shores of the Pacific Ocean near Victoria, BC, and overlooking the Salish Sea, the Oak Bay Beach Hotel offers breathtaking ocean views of snow-capped Mount Baker in the distance. The hotel is known for world-class services such as the award-winning Boathouse Spa, The Snug P(19+), heated seaside mineral pools (exclusive to guests 16 years and older), fine dining and more. Our well-appointed guest rooms and suites feature Nespresso Coffee and include large spa-inspired bathrooms. Have confidence in our care, knowing every detail has been thought through so we can continue to provide our guests with a safe and special vantage point from which to experience the best of the Pacific Northwest. Onsite adventure activities, private dining options, catering & conference facilities and event planning also available. Each stay includes: Underground parking (fee may apply), WiFi, full access to our heated seaside mineral pools, eucalyptus-infused sauna and fitness studio, and more.

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, home to Canada's largest natural mineral hot springs, is a year-round destination nestled in the heart of the the British Columbia Rocky Mountains and the stunning Columbia Valley. Guests and day visitors can enjoy everything one of Canada's most all-encompassing experiences has to offer including the legendary natural mineral hot springs pools, 45 holes of golf across 3 courses, a stunning RV resort and a campground, the Natural Spring Spa, our family-friendly ski area, and a variety of outdoor experiences and activities. Our full-service destination resort promises to create memories and to connect people through the wonder of nature.

The First in the World Certified Responsible Whale Watching Company. Eagle Eye Adventures is a company that specializes in offering whale watching and wildlife tours in the coastal waters of British Columbia, Canada. The company operates from the town of Campbell River on Vancouver Island, which is known for its abundant marine life and stunning scenery. Eagle Eye Adventures' whale-watching tours are led by experienced guides who use their knowledge of the local ecosystem to help guests spot and learn about various species of whales, including humpback whales, orcas, and gray whales. The tours also provide opportunities to see other marine wildlife, such as dolphins, sea lions, and bald eagles. In addition to whale watching, Eagle Eye Adventures also offers bear-watching tours, where guests can observe black bears in their natural habitat, as well as wildlife eco-tours that focus on the diverse flora and fauna of the region.

Located in the oldest brick building in Vancouver's Chinatown, the Chinese Canadian Museum elevates the diverse history and voices of Chinese Canadians across the country. Come visit the first museum of its kind in Canada, featuring 3 storeys of exhibitions, an immersive gift shop, and a rooftop garden. There is also a recreated 1930s living room and one of the oldest, most historic school rooms in Vancouver, registered as the Vancouver Chinese Independent School in 1914. A must-visit attraction in Vancouver, the Chinese Canadian Museum provides an invigorating, engaging, and transformative experience for present and future generations, through its exhibitions and educational programming throughout B.C. and Canada.As you explore, reflect on how you connect to the people and places of your past.

Since 2010, the Karen Cooper Gallery has resided on historic Granville Island, Vancouver's premiere art and artisan district. The gallery invites all to reflect on the mosaic of elegant landscapes and wildlife which portray British Columbia's diverse and luxurious natural beauty. As an artwork which occupies space, these landscapes eternally preserve our endless sense of wonder toward the complexity of the natural world. The gallery combines the timeless desire for exploration with fine art practices to produce an immersive visual narrative of the ever-changing wilderness. The Karen Cooper Gallery is where one can find a moment to connect with and reflect on the grandeur of the local natural world.