Vancouver Island Nature Tours Nanaimo: Explore

Discover Vancouver's most popular sites on this fully narrated city excursion. Stop to explore the totem pole display and Prospect Point in Stanley Park, the art community on Granville Island, observation deck of Vancouver Lookout. Hold on tight as you trek across the swaying Capilano Suspension Bridge and look down through the glass floors of the Cliffwalk. Additional highlights include viewing historic Gastown, Chinatown, Vancouver Harbour, and the sandy beaches of English Bay.

Experience the perfect blend of urban excitement and natural beauty on your Vancouver Post Cruise Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour In just a few hours, immerse yourself in the best of Vancouver’s stunning landscapes and vibrant city life. During your guided tour, marvel at the majestic totem poles at Brockton Point, indulge in delicious ice cream while soaking in the panoramic views from Prospect Point, and wander through the charming cobblestone streets of Granville Island to the famous Public Market. But that’s not all – get ready to explore an urban oasis. Cruise through diverse and internationally acclaimed neighbourhoods like the West End’s English Bay, False Creek’s Olympic Village, and world renown Chinatown, all while your expert on board Guide captivates you with fascinating tales of Vancouver’s rich history and culture.

Snowshoeing in the North shore mountains, while only 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver, transports you to a winter wonderland. Breathe in the mountain fresh air, feel invigorated and mesmerized by the beauty that surrounds you. The trails run through sub alpine meadows and snowy forests, for those looking for a more challenging adventure mountain summits await you. For those looking to burn some calories, snowshoeing can burn up to 1000 calories per hour, a great way to get your exercise in for the day. Enjoy all this while you learn about the history of the area.

Welcome to our exclusive private city tour of Vancouver, where every aspect of your experience is tailored to your preferences and convenience. Unlike standard tours, we offer the flexibility for guests to choose their pick-up point, customize their itinerary by adding or subtracting attractions, and adjust the duration spent at each stop according to their interests. Whether you want to explore iconic landmarks like Stanley Park and Granville Island, immerse yourself in cultural neighborhoods like Chinatown and Gastown, or enjoy panoramic views from Queen Elizabeth Park or Grouse Mountain, this tour is designed to provide a personalized and unforgettable experience. Our knowledgeable guides ensure that every moment of your tour is enriched with insights and stories about Vancouver's history, culture, and natural beauty. Experience the city on your own terms with our unique private tour, where your satisfaction and enjoyment are our top priorities.

Vancouver, a coastal seaport city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountains, is a destination that leaves an indelible impression on anyone who visits. With its stunning natural beauty, diverse cultural attractions, and vibrant city life, Vancouver is a city that promises to offer unforgettable experiences to its visitors. In this tour, you'll explore a personal account of a two-hour adventure in Vancouver that left a lasting impression. From the city's scenic vistas to its bustling neighborhoods, your personal Chauffeur will take you on a journey of discovery, capturing the essence of Vancouver in just two unforgettable hours.

Your expedition begins at our Campbell River marina, where you'll board our comfortable covered vessel, complete with a heated cabin and onboard washroom. The 2.5-hour journey to Toba Inlet is a marine wildlife experience in itself, as our expert naturalist guides provide commentary and we keep a lookout for whales, dolphins, and sea lions along the way. You'll enter Toba Inlet, a remote fjord of towering mountains, stunning jade-green glacial waters, and cascading waterfalls. Once we arrive at the bear viewing location, you'll enjoy an included lunch on the dock before being greeted by your Indigenous guides from the Klahoose First Nation. You'll then board a van to travel along the inlet's rivers, arriving at viewing platforms. Here, you will safely observe grizzly bears catching salmon during the annual run. After approximately 3 hours of immersive bear viewing, you'll return to our boat for the journey home, with more time to spot whales and enjoy the coastal scenery.

Immerse yourself in BC's coastal wildlife as you travel through the gulf islands archipelago in search of killer whales (orcas), humpbacks, sea lions, porpoises, eagles, and more. Your guide has an academic background in biology and a passion for marine life! Whale sightings are guaranteed or your next trip is FREE. Hop onboard our 12-passenger zodiac style vessel and you'll experience whales and other marine life right at water level! We'll fit you for an anti-exposure suits that will keep you warm and help protect you from the elements.

This tour is amazing for people who want to experience everything Vancouver Island has to offer, in a short period of time without having to rent a car. From Victoria to Victoria or Victoria to Nanaimo From waterfalls to beaches, hiking, caves and old-growth forest giants, caves, this tour has ALL the land-based activities and vistas you can dream of. Our guides are amazing at making you feel comfortable the whole duration of the trip. They are super knowledgeable about our ecosystem and history and can also share the best place for Happy Hour. As for accommodation, you will be staying in an amazing ocean front resort in your own private cabin.

Are you looking for a luxurious door to door seamless private transfer from Whistler to Vancouver, with ample luggage space, accompanied by live commentaries? This private transfer is perfect if you love nature, spectacular physical landscape sceneries, the ocean, majestic mountains, and small village charm from Whistler to Downtown Vancouver or YVR Airport. Enjoy a luxurious, and scenic ride on the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway from the world renown winter resort of Whistler to Vancouver. Along the way, you will see Tantalus Mountain Range, the steep cliffs of Squamish, and the historical Britannia Mine Museum. Finally cross the Lions Gate Bridge, with spectacular views of Downtown West End, Stanley Park, Burrard Inlet, English Bay, and Straits of Georgia. In Vancouver, enjoy a complimentary ride to your hotel, or to the airport, YVR.

Immerse yourself in BC's coastal wildlife as you travel through the gulf islands archipelago in search of killer whales (orcas), humpbacks, sea lions, porpoises, eagles, and more. Your guide has an academic background in biology and a passion for marine life! Whale sightings are guaranteed or your next trip is FREE. You'll cruise through the Salish Sea in comfort and style onboard Kula, our 12-passenger vessel. Kula offers covered seating with sliding windows at each seat and a large open deck at the back of the vessel that provides unobstructed views of scenery and wildlife.

Discover the natural wonders of Vancouver Island on our guided walking tour for small groups, staying in comfortable hotel and lodge accommodations. Walk to hidden beaches and below towering old growth forests, learning the secrets and connections that make the land come to life. As a small group of 12 travelers and one of our professional local guides, we will travel from Victoria to Tofino, Canada’s surf capital and most charming little seaside town. During your guided Vancouver Island hiking tour, you will visit both famous and secret beaches, see rushing waterfalls and likely encounter plenty of wildlife!

Hop on board the Vancouver Island shuttle for the best way to see Vancouver Island. Make your way from Victoria to Nanaimo, and back. Your shuttle will make multiple amazing stops to showcase the best of this route and you make you miss nothing on the way. Perfect for solo travelers, day trips or a few nights in Nanaimo. With nature focused and small community destinations, this will be a ride to remember. All tickets include free return ticket. Destinations are different on the way up and on the way down. All destination entry tickets are included. Your fare is valid for eight days if you wish to stay in Nanaimo for the night or the week.

Enjoy the whales, the breathtaking scenery, and the extra legroom! You’ll have the boat and crew all to yourself with our private whale-watching tour. If you’re looking for personalization, privacy, and in-depth experiences, this tour is for you. Perfect for: • Couples • Photographers • Groups of 2-12 people • Staff Outings

Travel in comfort in a luxury minivan with local guide driver who will meet you in Victoria and take you to beautiful heritage and nature up Vancouver Island. This is a tailored tour for you and your group at your pace, personalized to your interests. This private tour designed to take you on a journey through stunning landscapes, from scenic coastal roads to lush forests, uncovering the area’s natural beauty and fascinating history. Along the way, enjoy a leisurely lunch at a gem of a gourmet restaurant with view of the water inlets. Here you'll savour the best of Northwest cuisine and ocean views. If time allows, you'll visit select vineyards, where you can sample some of the island’s finest wines.

Join us for a hike to see two of Vancouver Island's most amazing Waterfalls. These 2 very different and wild falls are part of salmon-bearing rivers and are not only impressive, but also a crucial part of our ecosystem. While in the Mid Island, you wouldn't want to miss the Island's most popular sight; Cathedral Grove. Your guide will lead you through the Old Growth giant trees and share their knowledge of our local ancient Rainforest. Finish off the day with an amazing and fun underground 1h30 caving tour at Horne Lake Caves. These are wild and natural caves, meaning no boardwalk, handrails or overhead lights. You will be equipped with a headlamp to explore the underground caverns following professional caving guides and marvelling at the beautiful karst formation featuring calcite stalactites and waterfalls. This tour is suitable for all ages, but be aware of your physical limitations as we will be outdoors, active and caving over variable terrain.