Vancouver Island with family

Example of a tailor-made journey, fully customisable

Country

Canada

Suggested duration

11 days / 9 nights

Ideal periods

June to October

Written request

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The spirit of the journey

Here is one example among the many possibilities for family journeys with your children. Observe whales, bears and sea lions on Vancouver Island, in British Columbia.

Vancouver Island is an entirely wild territory offering your children a 100% nature-focused family holiday.
On the itinerary: zodiac outings at sea to spot bears and whales, along with a visit to authentic totem poles and an Indigenous village. In Pacific Rim National Park, we recommend trying your hand at hiking.

An experience to share as a family, combining total immersion in nature with moments of genuine fun.

Day by day

Example of a tailor-made journey, fully customisable

VANCOUVER
The main metropolis of western Canada, Vancouver stands out for its superb setting between Burrard Inlet and the Fraser River delta.

Build your own urban family adventure on foot or by bike, exploring the city’s parks and distinct neighbourhoods.

Make the most of your stay to cross the Capilano Suspension Bridge, an adventure suited to all ages!

VICTORIA
Welcome to Victoria, a city with a distinctly British charm! First Nations, British and Asian traditions proudly echo through Victoria’s remarkable architecture, heritage sites, museums, gardens, galleries, markets and more. Explore both the past and a compelling present in the oldest city in the Pacific Northwest.

A morning at sea will be devoted to spotting orcas and marine wildlife from a zodiac.

You can then use your free time to stroll through Victoria’s

Butchart Gardens, among the most beautiful gardens in the world.

PACIFIC RIM NATIONAL PARK
You will then head to the island’s west coast, as far as Tofino.
Along the way, you will cross old-growth rainforest and remarkable provincial parks, entering a protected wilderness.
A morning will be devoted to a zodiac outing at sea to spot bears.
During your free time, you can explore the rugged coastline on marked walking trails, or simply wander the superb beaches of Long Beach. The more adventurous can even try their hand at surfing!

Croisière d'observation des ours sur la Pacific Rim

From Tofino or Ucluelet, head out to sea to approach a fascinating species native to the west coast of Vancouver Island: the black bear. An excursion not to be missed by nature lovers and wildlife photographers!
When spring arrives, bears leave their dens after semi-hibernation to reach their first source of food: the ocean. This is when they become easy to spot along the shoreline at low tide, foraging for crabs among other things.
Board a boat or zodiac and cruise along the shore and its lush vegetation. This is an excellent opportunity to observe the curious black bear in its natural habitat.
During this safari, you may also have the chance to spot seals, sea lions and bald eagles.

Quadra Island

Quadra Island is the central community of the Discovery Islands, an archipelago of small islands set along the Inside Passage. Located between Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia, Quadra Island is home to a dynamic, tight-knit community drawn from all walks of life and every corner of the world. Campbell River, on Vancouver Island, is the nearest town and the departure port for the regular ferry, which takes you to Quadra Island in 10 minutes.

Surrounded by breathtaking wild landscapes and blessed with a mild temperate climate, visitors have long been drawn to Quadra Island for its natural beauty, endless outdoor activities and warm, welcoming residents. Quadra Island is known for its arts community and is also one of British Columbia's top destinations for adventure recreation, including diving, hiking, mountain biking, sea kayaking and wildlife watching. Its intricate shoreline, dotted with beaches, sheltered coves, channels and protected islets, also makes it ideal for sea kayak exploration.