A Grand Wilderness Made for Exploring
While Vancouver Island is only a short ferry ride from the urban sprawl of Vancouver, this massive island offers an entirely different experience. Here, you can venture into some of the most pristine nature on the planet: whether you’re interested in hiking, kayaking or driving cross-country, this bounty of natural wonders is more than ripe for exploration. Famous for its abundance of diverse wildlife, you’ll be hard pressed to find a better spot to go whale-watching or, accompanied by experienced guides, catch a glimpse of bears in their natural habitat.
In short: Vancouver Island is one of the world’s premier playgrounds for both outdoorsy and urban visitors of all ages and for good reason! You’ll be able to spot everything from killer whales and porpoises to bald eagles and black bears in the many awe-inspiring national parks that line the island, while also enjoying the comforts of city life on the Pacific shores.