The 10 Best Other Outdoor Activities in Vancouver Island, Canada

Participate In The Historic Mail Flight! Join our seasoned crew as we go about our very unique daily business. Your journey off the path begins at Corilairs’ float plane dock on world famous Tyee Spit, where you board the De Havilland Beaver or Cessna float plane. Your pilot will point out the many highlights of the region enroute to the remote islands of Coastal British Columbia.

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.

We offer high quality kayak and canoe rentals with our flexible shuttle service to the Broken Group Islands in Pacific Rim National Park. You choose your preferred departure and pickup times and we take you directly to the island of your choice. We are one of the only companies offering non-guided service making our trips very convenient and much more affordable for groups of all skill levels. Experienced groups may prefer the rugged outer islands while more novice groups and families with young paddlers may prefer the calm protected waterways of the inner islands. Bring your camping gear for an amazing multiday camping trip or enjoy one of our day trips to get a taste of the stunning beauty of the area.

Tour Tofino’s wild side with West Coast Aquatic Safaris! Enjoy the West Coast’s premiere wildlife and sightseeing tours aboard our All Weather Boats, WASCO and NANUQ, both Transport Canada safety certified. Our professional and knowledgeable staff will make your Tofino experience one to remember. Get off the beaten path and experience ecotourism that is environmentally responsible, safe, and fun for the whole family! West Coast Aquatic Safaris is accessible for all. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!