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Uncover the abundant natural beauty of Canada’s West Coast
Marvel at the blazing sunsets as you camp in ancient forests, at golden beaches and on the shores of Alpine Lakes.
Enjoy the untamed landscapes of the West Coast as you explore its deep fjords, magnificent waterfalls, and lush rainforests.
Discover the alpine lakes and ancient forests of BC’s stunning Strathcona Provincial Park.
Soak up the vibes at Coombs Market, exploring its bustling stalls, sampling delicious local foods, and checking out cool artwork.
You will discover the breathtaking landscapes of the West Coast on this 7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour. Camping amongst the forests, lakes, and beaches of Vancouver Island, you will discover the teeming wildlife of tropical rainforests.
Nature lovers will be truly spoiled as they explore the dizzying ancient trees of Cathedral Grove, the wonders of coastal paradise, Tofino, and the beauty of the Cowichan Valley. Your expert local guides will ensure your comfort and safety as you pick wild berries, take lovely sunset walks, and swim in pristine Alpine Lakes. Enjoying your delicious, homecooked meals under the open sky, you won’t ever want to leave this magical corner of the world.
You will discover the breathtaking landscapes of the West Coast on this 7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour. Camping amongst the forests, lakes, and beaches of Vancouver Island, you will discover the teeming wildlife of tropical rainforests.
Nature lovers will be truly spoiled as they explore the dizzying ancient trees of Cathedral Grove, the wonders of coastal paradise, Tofino, and the beauty of the Cowichan Valley. Your expert local guides will ensure your comfort and safety as you pick wild berries, take lovely sunset walks, and swim in pristine Alpine Lakes. Enjoying your delicious, homecooked meals under the open sky, you won’t ever want to leave this magical corner of the world.
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7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Settling in
Escape the hustle of the city as we head up Vancouver Island, bound for Tofino and the wild west coast. The group will set up camp and talk about the days to come around a campfire.
Overnight Location: Camp at Tofino
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 End Of The Road!
Explore endless sandy beaches and learn a thing or two about the local wildlife in Tofino, Canada’s surf capital.
Overnight Location: Camp at Tofino
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Wild, Wild West.. Coast!
A full day of adventure along the Pacific Ocean coast. Try kayaking, or whale watching or hang with us and try surfing or go for a rain forest hike.
Optional: whale watching, sea kayaking, surfing
Overnight Location: Camp at Tofino
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Pacific Paradise!
Browse the town of Tofino in search of gifts, locally roasted coffee and other treasures. Spend the afternoon on a fun guided hike somewhere in Pacific Rim National Park, then head back towards Port Alberni to Camp near a lake and swim under the stars.
Overnight Location: Camp at Port Albertini
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Sea Caves & Cedars
Rainforest walks, gnarly roots, secret beaches and sea caves are all in order on day two of your Vancouver Island tour!
Overnight Location: Camp at French Beach
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Finding the Lost Coast
Spend the last full day on your guided tour of Vancouver Island exploring East Sooke Park on a guided hike, or one of the hidden beaches on the Lost Coast of Vancouver Island. Camp near the ocean and enjoy one last bonfire and Pacific Ocean sunset!
Overnight Location: Camp at Buttle Lake
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Last But Not Lost!
Head back to Victoria in the morning and be dropped off at your hotel, the airport or ferry by 2 pm. We take a few stops along the way to make it fun.
Overnight Location: None
Meals: Breakfast
7-day Vancouver Island Camping Tour Price and Dates
This guided hiking tour to Vancouver Island is run as a fixed-departure tour where you’d be joining a group. The prices below are per person.Start
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Accommodation on 7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour
This tour is based on good quality tents with comfortable camping pads. Your beautiful camping spots are based on the shores of pretty lakes, on sandy beaches, or beneath the canopy of ancient trees. A hot shower is available nearly every day and all diets can be catered for.
Prices are based on 2 people sharing a 3-4-person tent, but it is possible to upgrade to a private tent if you prefer. You can either bring your own sleeping bag or rent one for an extra fee.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement of CAD300 to have a private tent throughout the tour. Contact us and we can try and match single travelers up, where possible.
What’s included in the 7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour?
Meals
6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Camping accommodations for 6 nights along the tour are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation from pick up to drop off in a van and trailer for you and your luggage is included.
Also Included
- Park passes and tax
- Daily guided hikes and walks throughout the tour
- Use of the quality camping gear (tent and sleeping pad)
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks
- Optional personal transportation around town during free time
- Getting to and from Victoria
- Insurance
- Personal expenses
- GST (5%)
Optional Extras
- Sleeping bag rental
- Optional activities
- Additional night in Victoria before or after the tour
- How hard is the 7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour?
- Do I need a Visa to travel to Canada?
- Are meals included on the 7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Victoria to start this tour?
- Is the 7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour in English?
- Where does the 7-day Vancouver Island Adventure Tour end?
- What do I need to have for this tour?
- Sleeping bag (you can rent one during booking process)
- Your personal clothing plus good walking footwear
- Towel
- Bathing suit
- Daypack
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Canada?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Canada?
- Do I need to tip my tour guides?
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Fixed-departure tours are accompanied by two guides that can split the group into two to organize activities for different levels of fitness.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can get to Victoria either from Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal in Vancouver or by a flight to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) that connects to many major Canadian cities.
Yes, the tour guide is English speaking.
The tour ends where it starts, in Victoria.
Here’s the list of recommended items to have:
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
Tipping in Canada is customary, but much appreciated. Ideally, you should tip each guide 5-10 CAD per day (from one person) for an excellent service.
Customer Ratings
Fresh Adventures is an outdoor tour company that navigates explorations through the rugged, stunning terrain spanning western Canada. With an emphasis on customer care, Fresh Adventures promises to depart on an expedition, with a highly skilled guide, no matter how many people have signed up, while also ensuring tour participants have top-notch equipment.
