12 bookable tours, starting on the island
Everything on the water that is not primarily about whales or paddling: harbour cruises past Victoria's waterfront, afternoon sails, the boat ride to Hot Springs Cove north of Tofino, Gulf Islands charters and salmon fishing out of Campbell River.
12 tours
Bears & wildlifeFrom CA$825Your expedition begins with boarding our comfortable covered vessel, complete with a heated cabin and onboard washroom. The 2.5-hour journey to Bute Inlet is a marine wildlife experience in itself,…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$252Hot tub on the water Explore the Gorge Waterway Listen to music Go swimming Enjoy a one of a kind experience with your significant other or some friends
Boats & sailingFrom CA$110Hello Nature Tours is locally owned and operated by Kevin Bradshaw and Phill Padgham. We are located in the quaint fishing village of Ucluelet in British Columbia, close to Barkley Sound, the Broken…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$59Experience the tour that Victoria has been crying out for! We're thrilled to partner with the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority to bring you a wonderful 75 minute cruise on our brand new sightseeing…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$180Sailing on Starlight or PrimeTime in the Strait of Juan de Fuca is different each time. From Humpbacks, Orcas, Sea lions, Seals, Eagles and water birds there is always something to see while you are…
Bears & wildlifeFrom CA$390Join us on a springtime adventure to witness the coast come to life. Journey into dramatic fjords at their most spectacular - a time when towering waterfalls, fed by the spring melt, cascade down…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$850Set sail on a private boat charter from Sidney near Victoria, BC, and enjoy the freedom to plan your ideal day on the stunning Southern Gulf Islands. With a captain and crew at your service, this…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$312Discover the hidden gem of Hot Springs Cove on a serene journey from Tofino. Enjoy a scenic 30 nautical mile boat ride, offering sightings of coastal wildlife, before embarking on a picturesque 1.5…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$200Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Salish Sea. Listen to seabirds as you take in breathtaking mountain vistas and island shorelines. Sea Lions are often seen, and sightings of Humpback Whales and…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$588Embark on private, professionally guided fishing charters with your family or friends. We make the experience easy and fun for everyone, whether you are a first-time fisher or a seasoned pro. Your…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$40We're thrilled to partner with the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority to bring you a wonderful 45 minute cruise on our brand new sightseeing boat that was built in Canada! We cruise through…
Boats & sailingFrom CA$919Relax and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the West Coast on your private, guided scenic tour. Designed for all ages, this personalized boat tour is perfect for families, nature lovers, and…
Victoria's harbour boat tours are short, narrated loops of the Inner Harbour and the Gorge that suit a first afternoon or a cruise stop. The sailing trips are longer and quieter — an afternoon on the Strait of Juan de Fuca out of Sooke, or Nanoose Bay near Parksville — and depend on wind rather than a schedule.
Hot Springs Cove is the Pacific coast's special case: natural geothermal pools in Maquinna Marine Provincial Park, reached only by boat or floatplane from Tofino, with a boardwalk through the rainforest at the end. Boat tours make a full day of it and often see whales on the way.
Campbell River calls itself the salmon capital, and the fishing charters here are a serious business in summer and early autumn. Private boat charters around the Southern Gulf Islands from Sidney sit at the other end of the scale: a skippered day with your own group.