Indigenous Culture, Sightseeing, Spas & Wellness, Paddling, Hiking, Accessibility
Dog Mermaid Eco Excursions, Kayak Rentals & Retreats specializes in Eco and indigenous education and tours, by means of kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, kids camps, yoga, retreats, and dog sledding (in winter months). Based on Pender Island, our head office is located at Otter Bay Marina, just off the ferry. Along with having the beauty of launching from the bay, mobile services are available to suit your adventure design, and so is our new location on Salt Spring Island! Our certified, professional guides would love to take you into the wild!
Gulf Islands, Pender Island, Vancouver IslandPender Island
View DetailsSightseeing, Boating, Taxis & Shuttles
Mayne Tours and Charters is a gulf island (based on Mayne Island) sightseeing and water taxi company. We specialize in eco-tours (birds, mammals coastal scenery) and offer intimate adventurous boat tours, customized charters,burials at sea (ashes), including photo coaching, and water taxi services in the Southern Gulf Islands. Come and explore the Gulf Islands from the water getting a closer look the splendid flora and fauna.
Mayne Island, Gulf Islands, Vancouver IslandMayne Island
View DetailsWhale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Dining & Culinary Tours, Boating
Explore the natural wonders and wildlife of the inside passage, including Vancouver Island, the Great Bear Rainforest and Haida Gwaii. These week-long safaris by water are operated by expert guides and naturalists of this award-winning, locally owned ecotourism company. They include plenty of time ashore exploring rainforest, archipelagos, fjords and wild beaches, as well as cultural sites and hot springs. Wildlife viewing (bears, whales, seabirds, marine mammals) is a specialty of this company. Off the roadmap, you’ll explore by yacht and anchor in quiet coves at night. Detailed itineraries are on the website.
Bella Bella, Cariboo Chilcotin Coast, Saturna Island, Sidney, Stewart-Cassiar & Highway 16, Port Alice, Port McNeill, Prince Rupert, Great Bear Rainforest, Gulf Islands, Northern British Columbia, Northern Vancouver Island, Tweedsmuir Provincial Park, Vancouver Island, Victoria, Cowichan & Southern Vancouver IslandVictoria
View DetailsWhale Watching, Sightseeing, Paddling, Hiking
Coastal Bliss Adventures Ltd. is an Wilderness Adventure company, based on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. We specialize in multi-day and day hiking, backpacking, kayaking and canoeing adventure tours. Our signature hiking tour is The West Coast Trail, located in “our backyard”.
Bamfield, Cowichan Bay, Central Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island, Duncan, Port Hardy, Port Renfrew, Nanaimo, Telegraph Cove, Nootka Island, Gulf Islands, Northern Vancouver Island, Pacific Rim, Tofino, Vancouver Island, Victoria, Cowichan & Southern Vancouver IslandCowichan Bay
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The original Vancouver Food Tour guides locals and visitors to Vancouver’s best restaurant gems. A passionate team of food and drink experts entertain guests on the delectable and informative tours. On our most popular Gastown Tasting Tour and Craft Beer Tour, enjoy hand-selected food and drink pairings at multiple restaurants in the historic neighbourhood. We take care of everything so just relax and enjoy the adventure. Our newest brewery tour, Your Vancouver Brewery Experience leads guests behind the doors of Molson Coors Canada, Western Canadas largest and most recognized brewery. Guests will tour through the historic brewery’s can filling and brewhouse operations, learn the science behind beer making, and enjoy a guided beer tasting. Our progressive dining menu focuses on local, seasonal, and sustainable fare, including BC wines, craft beers, cheeses and charcuterie, seafood, and much more.
Vancouver, Salt Spring Island, Gulf Islands, Vancouver & Area, Vancouver Island, Vancouver, Coast & Mountains, Victoria, Cowichan & Southern Vancouver IslandVancouver
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Come enjoy the ultimate Victoria Kayaking Experience with Ocean River Adventures. Located in Victorias Inner Harbour, kayaking is a great way to explore our historic city. Join us on one of our Harbour Kayak tours or SUP Tours. We also offer an Oak Bay Shoreline Kayaking Tour, recognized as one of the top tours in Victoria. Offering expeditions, tours and courses throughout the Vancouver Island region, our guests will experience all the wild West Coast has to offer. Hands-on education about water and marine conservation is a key theme and we only employ certified guides that respect sensitive ecosystems and species while teaching about the importance of ocean sustainability, preservation and conservation. Victorias premier paddling and outdoor adventure company. Want to try something different? We are also a premium stand up paddle tour operator in the southern Vancouver Island and Victoria region.
Saturna Island, Gulf Islands, Oak Bay, Vancouver Island, Victoria, Cowichan & Southern Vancouver IslandVictoria
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Solace Organic Spa is delighted to be the premier Organic Spa in Canada and celebrates over 16 years of serving Salt Spring Island local and visiting spa enthusiasts! Our boutique day spa offers exceptional professional massage and a variety of holistic spa therapies in a beautiful zen forest garden by some of Salt Spring Islands finest, qualified practitioners. We feature our local organic aromatherapy skincare brand, formulated in small batches using ecologically conscious and ethically sourced ingredients to nourish your well-being and the earth we share. Our focus is on inner beauty and spa as a state of mind and heart for enhanced well-being. 2021 GREEN designation Vancouver Island Green Business Collective 2021 Ocean Friendly Business designation from Surfrider 2020 & 2019 TripAdvisor Travellers Choice #1 Salt Spring Island Spa 2018 Salt Spring Island Favourite Spa Treatment 2011 Salt Spring Island Green Business of the Year
Salt Spring Island, Gulf Islands, Vancouver IslandSalt Spring Island
View DetailsArt Galleries
ArtCraft is the longest running fine arts and crafts shows in BC and the home to the work of over 100 fine artists and craftspeople, representing the very best of Salt Spring and the Gulf Islands. On show is everything imaginable from fine oil paintings, ceramics, woodwork, jewelry, basketry, fibre arts to handmade soaps.Located in downtown Ganges, in historic Mahon hall, it is one of the “must see” attractions of any visit to Salt Spring.
Salt Spring Island, Gulf Islands, Vancouver IslandSalt Spring Island
View DetailsWhale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Sightseeing, Boating
Bluewater Adventures offers once in a lifetime wildlife and coastal First Nations cultural experiences. Our multi-day, live aboard trips explore the remote wilderness of coastal British Columbia and Southeast Alaska. Our slow travel style immerses us in our surroundings as we keep an eye out for whales and other marine mammals, sea birds and bears, old-growth forests and ancient native villages. Experienced biologists, renowned resource people and our skilled crew engage guests on these inspirational learning journeys. With the west coast as our specialty, we focus on wildlife behaviour, ecology, conservation and sustainability, and local history. A small group size of 12 guests ensures quality, informality, and a hands-on experience for all aboard. Since 1974, Bluewater Adventures reputation and expertise has brought respected groups and people from around the world. Explore Haida Gwaii, Northern Vancouver Island, the Great Bear Rainforest, Alaska & the Khutzeymateen with us!
Bella Bella, Cariboo Chilcotin Coast, Salt Spring Island, Stewart-Cassiar & Highway 16, Port McNeill, Prince Rupert, Great Bear Rainforest, Gulf Islands, North Vancouver, Northern British Columbia, Northern Vancouver Island, Vancouver & Area, Vancouver Island, Vancouver, Coast & MountainsNorth Vancouver
View DetailsSightseeing, Airlines, Accessibility
Come aboard for a scenic seaplane flight and experience an authentic west coast way of life. Out here, this is how we travel for work, for fun and sometimes just for the view! Join us for a tour or scheduled flight today and see BC the way we do. You’ve come all the way west, the only direction left to go is up!
Vancouver, Sea to Sky, Comox, Sechelt, Central Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island, Pitt Meadows, Sunshine Coast, Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon, Nanaimo, Gulf Islands, Richmond, Vancouver & Area, Vancouver Island, Vancouver, Coast & Mountains, Victoria, Cowichan & Southern Vancouver Island, WhistlerVancouver
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Right on the sandy beach in downtown Ganges, BEACHSiDE is like a mini resort and offers year-round vacation rental, café, spa and adventure options primarily on Salt Spring Island and in the Gulf Islands including: kayaking and paddle board tours, rentals, lessons and sales. This is a completely renovated historic building. Please come by and experience BEACHSiDE for yourself.
Ganges, Gulf Islands, Vancouver IslandGanges
View DetailsWhale Watching, Accessibility
With our 13 vessels, departures from Vancouver, Victoria, Telegraph Cove & more, close to 100 staff in peak season, Prince of Whales Whale Watching is one of the largest whale watching and eco-adventure companies in British Columbia. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are a leader in responsible whale watching practices and are committed to initiatives such as offsetting 110% of all of our carbon emissions and donating a portion of our revenue to local environmental organizations.
Vancouver, Brentwood Bay, Salt Spring Island, Gulf Islands, Vancouver & Area, Vancouver Island, Vancouver, Coast & Mountains, Victoria, Cowichan & Southern Vancouver IslandVancouver
View DetailsArt Galleries
Are you an art fan looking for fresh contemporary fine art? We are a vibrant artist owned collective showcasing top-notch contemporary ceramics, fused & stained glass, painting, textile art, jewelry, sculpture and photography. We offer a beautiful relaxing art space, workshops, showroom rental, special events and daily opportunities to meet the artist. We pride ourselves on being an inspiring and friendly art hub for patrons and artists alike. Drop in today and directly support island artists.
Salt Spring Island, Gulf Islands, Vancouver IslandSalt Spring Island
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