Accommodation and Experience Providers

Big Blue Sailing offers sail training and skippered sailboat charters in Victoria and the Gulf Islands from our home base at Canoe Cove Marina in beautiful Sidney BC. Canada Take a Sail Canada course, or book a day sail with friends.

Explore the underwater beauty of the Salish Sea - one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world! The Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea is a not-for-profit aquarium and learning centre devoted to the exploration and conservation of the Salish Sea - named after the Coast Salish Indigenous peoples of the region. Explore natural aquaria habitats of 3,500 marine amabassadors including a giant Pacific octopus, colourful rockfish, and magnificent wolf eels. Check out the marine mammal artifacts, complete with a rare orca skeleton, and take in the beautiful Coast Salish art. Journey from seashore to seafloor and discover the amazing diversity of the Salish Sea in 30 aquarium habitats teeming with marine life from anemones and nudibranchs to salmon and sculpins. Then get a close look at the weird and wonderful invertebrates in our shallow Touch Pool overlooking the beautiful Sidney waterfront. And don't miss the Features Gallery with fascinating, locally-focused exhibitions!

Birds of prey have always inspired awe. Sadly, they are threatened in many parts of the world. When you experience them up close, you learn that they are more than predators from the sky; they are essential to maintaining the delicate eco-balance of our planet. The Raptors offer compelling and interactive experiences with a variety of birds of prey species including eagles, hawks, falcons and owls. Get closer than you ever imagined to these majestic and intelligent creatures. Flying demonstrations, hands-on encounters and educational talks offered daily (March - October). The Raptors is located in the heart of the beautiful Cowichan Valley, just 60 minutes north of Downtown Victoria and 45 minutes south of Downtown Nanaimo by car.

Set in Nature, Designed for Comfort. Discover Vancouver Islands most awe-inspiring oceanfront retreat. Black Rock Oceanfront Resort offers a spectacular escape for storm watching, whale watching, beach adventures, or romantic retreats, any time of year. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific and rainforest from our pet-friendly suites, featuring plush king beds, spa-inspired bathrooms, gas fireplaces, and private balconies. Rejuvenate in outdoor hot tubs or the oceanview plunge pool, and stay active in our 24-hour fitness centre. Dine at Currents for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with oceanfront views, or unwind at Big Beach Bar & Lounge with local wines, craft cocktails, and light bites by the fire. Every detail is designed to impressan unforgettable West Coast experience awaits.

We have Canada's largest selection of rental motorcycle, scooters and bicycles. We are open all year round. We provide a fun and exciting service and have been operating since 1991. We have everything for your two wheeled adventure! Travel to the Rockies on a motorcycle or cruise around Dallas Road on a bicycle or scooter

Cape Scott Provincial Park is a truly magnificent area of rugged coastal wilderness that is located at the northwestern tip of Vancouver Island, 563 kilometres from Victoria. Cape Scott is characterized by more than 115 kilometres of scenic ocean frontage, including about 30 kilometres of spectacular remote beaches. The rugged North Coast Trail is a challenging and popular 43.1 km hiking track that connects many pristine beaches by stretches of tough overland passage. The park stretches from Shushartie Bay in the east, then westward around Cape Scott and south to San Josef Bay. Rocky promontories, salt marshes and jagged headlands punctuate the fine-textured, white-sand beaches. The most impressive of these beaches, Nels Bight, stretches more than 2,400 metres long and 210 metres wide at low tide, and is one of the parks most popular camping destinations. Other significant beaches include San Josef Bay, Guise Bay, Experiment Bight, Lowrie Bay and Nissen Bight.

During the pandemic, the Sidney Street Market was transformed into the "Sidney Outdoor Markets". Its new location off Beacon Avenue, next to the Mary Winspear Centre, hosts two markets per week throughout the summer. The new location offers plenty of nearby parking, larger, less crowded laneways to walk, convenient public washrooms and a wonderful variety of local and regional growers, producers, artists, musicians and creators that consist of many of our old favourites along with loads of new, exciting vendors. All of this is still just steps away from beautiful downtown Sidney and the many shops, restaurants and waterfront walkway. The Sidney Famer's Market takes place everything Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm beginning on Mother's Day, May 8 and ending on September 25. The Famers Market features growers, producers and creators who "make, bake and grow" their products. The Sidney Thursday Night Market takes place from 5:30 to 8:30 pm beginning June 2 and ending September 1. It is a b

Brigadoon is a unique 9 hole course with 2 par 4 holes and 7 par 3's, playing to 1500 yards. Golfers of all ages and playing abilities will enjoy the course, but those expecting an easy par 3 will be surprised. The atmosphere at Brigadoon is friendly and welcoming, with the course open to the public 7 days a week, no tee times. The coffee's always on!

Pre-booking required by email or phone. Vaccinations are required. Multi-Day Trips are available in four or six options: or Orca Custom Day Trip or a Two Day experience. Our most popular trip is our 4 day/3 night Orca Explorer Trip...lots of time to see wildlife. Our camp is spectacular in it's location. Extended 6 day trips start at the North End of the Broughton Archipelago. Family Rates, Island Basecamp, Knowledgeable Guides. Multi-Day Trips, Monday-Thursday, Day Trips on Weekends. Departures Alder Bay Resort, or Port McNeill. We operate by under promising and over delivering.

Mills Landing is a small oceanfront cottage resort on the west coast of Vancouver Island. We cater to people looking for exceptional marine and fishing adventures, and pride ourselves in providing exceptional service in Bamfield BC, Vancouver Island's most historic coastal fishing village. We have four cabins and one house that are available for rental, all with varying amounts of bedrooms and sizes of beds. Our fish cleaning station has a top of the line commercial vacuum sealer as well as a commercial freezer for your catch.

Join us for a magical sail aboard the historic Tall Ship Duen. Smell the gentle ocean breeze as it lures you away from the dock through Victorias bustling Inner Harbour and out into the beautiful Strait of Juan de Fuca. All guests young and old are encouraged to participate in sailing, so come prepared to tug on the sheets that haul the sails! As we cruise towards the magnificent snow-capped Olympic Mountains, take a turn on the bowsprit or see the majesty of the ship under full sail from our inflatable vessel. Relax and savor your picnic or a sip of wine as we keep our eyes peeled for some of BCs world famous killer whales, or sea lions and bald eagles. We offer three hour sailing trips and 1.5 hour evening cruises, as well as private charters. Contact us today to get on board!

We have a very unique fishing lodge, our lodge is located on the northern tip of Vancouver Island on the inside.WE fish for salmon five minutes away from the lodge,With some of the best fishing ground's on Vancouver Island. With halibut, ling cod , yellow eye and rock not even 15 to 20 minutes away. With out the big swells you will find on the west coast of Vancouver Island.

Since 1928 the Victoria Flying Club has been specializing in providing exciting and affordable aerial sightseeing tours over Victoria and Vancouver Island. From a City Tour, to a Whale Watching Tour, a Lighthouse Tour to a flight along the rugged and majestic West Coast Trail. You wont be disappointed!

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!

We excel at providing private, customized tours and excursions for you, your family or small group. Corporate introductions, airport transfers and ski transfers to your ski resort are just some of the services we provide. We will provide you with a customized itinerary for your trip in Vancouver, Victoria, Whistler, or even further afield to Seattle or The Rocky Mountain National Parks. We want your time with us to be memorable, so we will help suggest to you activities, accommodations and dining options for your stay. 1 day, or multi-day trips with your personal guide are our specialities. We can provide services in English, Dutch, German, & French Spanish, Portuguese, Ukrainian and Russian are available upon request