Vancouver Island Attractions

Pacific Undersea Gardens is truly a unique adventure for the whole family. Located in Victoria's beautiful Inner Harbour, Pacific Undersea Gardens provides the world with an exciting & convenient way to view the marine life of the British Columbia coastal region. Visitors descend 5 meters beneath the ocean to watch a variety of marine plants and animals. More than 5,000 animals of different species inhabit the aquariums around the vessel in a natural but protected environment. Through the many viewing windows, visitors can look right into the underwater world of the Pacific Northwest.

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Leap into salmon's world when you visit the Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre. Explore our unique, interactive displays & take a guided tour of a working salmon hatchery. The Salmon Centre is the North Island's newest attraction & a fun and educational experience for all ages! We are located next to the Quatse River Regional Park & Campground. All proceeds generated at the Salmon Centre & Campground fund salmon conservation efforts on northern Vancouver Island.

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The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre is a hands on/hands wet aquarium located on the spectacular Sidney waterfront. Through massive habitats, visitors explore the extraordinary marine life in the waters surrounding the Gulf Islands - microscopic plankton to Puget Sound king crabs and giant Pacific octopus. The Centre's ever-changing seascapes and touch pools offer a unique, unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre is minutes from the Victoria International Airport and BC Ferries terminal at Swartz Bay, en route to downtown Victoria.

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Save $1.00 off your regular admission when you book online for your undersea adventure.

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At WildPlay Nanaimo, guests (ages seven years and older) find many thrilling ways to spend an entertaining 30-minute to half-day adventure, in any season. The ever-popular Monkido Kids, Buddy, and Classic tree courses provide four levels of climbing, swinging, balancing and zip-line obstacles - suspended up to 18m (60ft) above ground! A scenic Canyon Zip line suits those who prefer a less physical challenge with just as much fun. For the most courageous, the Bungy Jump and King Swing are the ultimate rides to unleash it! Talk to a Guest Services Agent or visit WildPlay online to find out more!

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At WildPlay West Shore Victoria, guests (ages seven years and older) embark on entertaining and challenging 30-minute to half-day adventures. The ever-popular Monkido Kids, Buddy, and Classic tree courses provide four levels of climbing, swinging, balancing and zip-line obstacles - suspended up to 18m (60ft) above ground! Guests of all bravery and physical ability conquer the Monkido games - and love to unleash an aerial adventure. WildPlay is a fun day for singles, families, and groups to conquer one of Victoria's most unique attractions. Talk to a Guest Services Agent or visit WildPlay online to find out more!

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Adrena Line Zipline Adventure Tours take you on a fully-guided zip line tour through a diverse coastal temperate rainforest. The tour includes 8 scenic ziplines, 2 suspension bridges & an exhilarating ATV ride. Ziplines range from 40 to 305 m (130-1,000 ft) in length & up to 46 m (150 ft) high. Night zipping is now available. Experience our amazing zipline tour with the added thrill of zipping in the dark. Tour duration is approximately 2 hrs. Shuttle transportation to our Sooke location is available from Victoria Inner Harbour. Add some zip to your trip at this popular outdoor attraction. Reservations recommended.

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Family of 4 Rate

Family of 4 (ages 5+) can get zipped for $225!

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Landsea Tours offers daily scheduled half-day & full-day mini-coach sightseeing excursions to include Vancouver, Victoria, Whistler & more - maximum of 24 guests. See it all: Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island Market, Alaska cruise ships, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Grouse Mountain & Butchart Gardens. Combine a Victoria tour with whale watching or a floatplane flight, or a Whistler tour with the Whistler Mountaineer train by Rocky Mountaineer. Driver/guides create memorable sightseeing experiences by sharing their extensive knowledge of area history, geography & current events & in answering guests' individual questions.

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Pre-Cruise City Highlights Tour for $69

See Vancouver's highlights & have the added benefit of a transfer to the cruise ship terminal.

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Paddle the calm waters of Ladysmith's Harbour. Professional sea kayak guides offer free lessons with hourly rentals & tours. Choose from our 2 hour wildlife paddle board (SUP) and kayak tours, full day excursions, 3-5 day kayak vacations, snorkeling with the seals or scuba dive charters. Located mid-island;1 hour drive north of Victoria, 20 minutes south of Nanaimo, 10 minutes from world-renowned Chemainus murals. Beachfront home to Vancouver Island Paddlefest. Eco-Adventure Centre offers kayak & equipment sales, lessons, tours, rentals, stand-up paddle boarding and boat platform rentals for scuba diving and snorkeling. Family-friendly beachfront park - swimming, playgrounds, dog park, beach volleyball, trails.

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