What to do and see in James Bay, Vancouver Island: The Best Outdoor Activities

Eagle Wing Tours is an award-winning Victoria-based ecotourism company offering year-round whale and wildlife watching tours. Our mission is to protect marine wildlife and the ocean environment through direct support of conservation and research activities, to build ocean awareness through education and outreach programs, and to promote environmental stewardship through industry-leading sustainability initiatives. We are a long-time member of 1% for the Planet, we’re Canada’s first and only third-party verified 100% carbon neutral whale watching company.

Kayaking is the best way to see Victoria. We specialize in safe, fun and educational kayak tours of Victoria's Harbour and waterfront. Our floating location at Fisherman's Wharf is a 10 minute walk from the cruise ship terminal and 20 minutes from downtown on the scenic boardwalk. We are the closest kayak shop to the Juan de Fuca straight, so when conditions allow, we will paddle along the coast to the kelp forests and an island the harbour seals frequent. Along the way we may see different shore birds like eagles, osprey, oystercatchers, cormorants, and the great blue heron. Starfish, jelly fish and kelp crabs are usually hiding just below the surface. Kayaking is easy and we make it easier by offering paddling jackets, gloves and a bottle of water. Plus on our kayak launch you won't even get your feet wet!

Guided bike tours. Bike Rentals. Food tours. Custom bike tours and events. Stylish pedal bicycles, tandems, child carriers, e-assist bicycles. Our guided bike tours in Victoria, BC showcase the unique and vibrant neighbourhoods that make riding a bike in Victoria so enjoyable. We cycle to local favourite scenic vistas and and celebrate the food and drink of Victoria. Get to know this beautiful city and our colourful history on our lighthearted city bike tour, "Castles, Hoods & Legends". Discover Victoria's craft beer scene on our "Hoppy Hour" bike tour. Experience a family-friendly rolling feast on our "Eat.Drink.Pedal" bike tour. You can also rent one of our comfortable and stylish pedal or e-assist bicycles and cruise around town on your own. We can help you get off the beaten path and enjoy the Victoria that locals live everyday. The local Galloping Goose and Lochside Bicycle Trails take you out of the city and all the way west to Sooke. Victoria By Bike!

Choose one of our tours and book directly online, email, or phone. We are now offering LIVE VIRTUAL TOURS through Zoom conferencing, with fascinating footage and narration from your private guide LIVE STREAMING. Book a virtual tour and receive $100 discount code for one of our regular drive and walk tours. We have protocol in place for COVID 19 and are adhering to Provincial guidelines. Enjoy comfortable, safe transportation. We are taking bookings for now and into the future. EV TOURS private tours in Victoria, and Salt Spring Island, Butchart Gardens, city tours by way of the most scenic roads. All tours are customized to your interests and pace. See the city of #VictoriaBC, nature, and history. Learn of our culture with knowledgable, professional local guides. We will pick you up and return you to your location in and around #VictoriaBC. You, your family, and friends can make the most of your visit to #VancouverIsland with EV Tours, operating on the Island since 2012.

Victoria Bike Rentals offer Cruise Ship Passengers the best way to experience Southern Vancouver Island. With convenient pick up and drop off at the cruise ship terminal, We provide you with everything you’ll need to explore Victoria's Iconic Scenery. Whether it's a relaxing coastal cruise, exploring Victoria’s Gardens, Rolling through Old Town or heading up to Craigdarroch Castle.

Looking to do something fun and outdoors in Victoria BC as a family, group of friends, company or other group type? Maybe you have always wanted to hike Vancouver Island's Juan de Fuca trail, go on a snowshoe tour in Lake Cowichan, learn how to use a map and compass in the Sooke Hills or improve your ski tecnique at Mount Cain Alpine Park. We offer custom outdoor partial-day, full-day and multi-day adventures in Victoria BC and anywhere on Vancouver Island. Activities available include hiking, snowshoeing, team-building, navigation, skiing, canoeing, climbing, kayaking, archery, geocaching, orienteering, navigation & more. All of our staff are highly trained experts and are tonnes of fun! Learn more below.

Deadliest Catch NEW 42 Foot Sports Fishing Vessel for trips like the Deadliest Catch Show We are going to be fishing for Crabs & Prawns with traps on the Ocean Floor and while we wait for them to soak in the water for about 2 to 3 hours we will be fishing for Halibut or Salmon Tours will be 6 to 7 hours long We can take 17 passenger so it will be like Commercial Fishing with 100 traps on board

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 Island’s 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, transient & resident orcas, minke, & gray whales! Other wildlife you may encounter include Dall’s and harbour porpoises, 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.

Victoria Carriage Tours provides unforgettable horse-drawn carriage experience for our customers. This is accomplished by providing our customers with a high degree of quality in our carriages, uniforms, decorations, and other amenities and extras. Key to our success will be our professional, courteous, and informative drivers and tour guides.