Explore the stunning wildlife and natural beauty of British Columbia with whale and bear watching excursions, scenic walks, and comfortable accommodations.
  • Visit Vancouver Island, the largest island on the North American Pacific Coast.
  • Join experienced naturalist guides for two whale watching excursions.
  • Search for black bears on the rocky shoreline of Clayoquot Sound.
  • Observe grizzly bears in their natural surroundings.
  • Enjoy walks in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.
  • Explore the trails and beaches of Quadra Island.
  • Whale-watching excursion in the Salish Sea from Victoria.

Accommodation on this trip has been selected for its location and warm, Canadian hospitality. Below are the properties we usually use on this itinerary.



Vancouver (one night): Century Plaza Hotel, Vancouver has an excellent central location to visit Vancouver's key sites. There's also an indoor swimming pool, coffee shop and fitness facilties.







Ucluelet (three nights): Canadian Princess Lodge & Marina is an historic four-star property on the waterfront in the small town of Ucluelet on Vancouver Island's west coast. All rooms have private balconies and complimentary wifi.







Campbell River (three nights): Close to the Elk Falls Suspension Bridge, Painter’s Lodge (above) has garden-view rooms overlooking the grounds. On some departures, we use Coast Discovery Inn, which is located just across from the ocean.







Victoria (one night): Huntingdon Manor Hotel, located in Victoria's scenic Inner Harbour, has a history dating back to 1890 and is built in the style of an English country manor house.







Worth knowing:



As Western Canada is a popular tourist destination, accommodation is in high demand and limited supply, which can drive high prices but not necessarily high quality.