Vancouver Island: Victoria, The Broken Group Islands & Salt Spring

Victoria: Welcome to Vancouver Island

Gaze out at the mountains, forests and vast ocean as you touch down with the anticipation of getting out and exploring it firsthand. You can almost taste nature's essence in the air with every breath as you make your way from the airport to Victoria at the island's southern tip. We welcome you to beautiful Vancouver Island and invite you to prepare for an immersive adventure through spectacular landscapes and cultural encounters.

Arrive at any time and transfer to the hotel for check-in. In the evening, meet up with your CEO and fellow travellers at a welcome briefing to prepare for the adventure ahead, followed by a welcome dinner.

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Arrival Transfer

Victoria

You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Welcome Meeting & Dinner - Meet your CEO and Group

Victoria Evening

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

• Meals Included:
• Dinner
Accommodations:  Victoria Pacific Grand Hotel

Broken Group Islands: Barkley Sound

Travelling north along the Saanich Inlet you'll see lush old growth Pacific coastal forests, home to massive Douglas Fir trees. Savour lunch with a view next to Sproat Lake before arriving to the Tseshaht Cultural Center for an immersion into the island's prominent indigenous traditions. Learn about reforestation and conservation initiatives then swap the land for the sea as you board a boat for a short yet beautiful ride through the Broken Group of Islands. Feel the wind on your face as you glide along the water en route to the lodge at Barkley Sound - our base for the next couple of nights.

Travel north from Victoria to the Tseshaht Cultural Center, followed by lunch at Sproat Lake Landing Resort. Visit the Tseshaht First Nation Welcome and Reforest Project. Next, transfer west to Secret Beach and catch a water taxi into Barkley Sound. Arrive at the off-grid Broken Island Lodge for a relaxing evening and an optional history presentation.

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Private Vehicle

Victoria - Port Alberni

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Visit Tseshaht First Nation Welcome and Reforest Project

Port Alberni Afternoon

Visiting the Tseshaht First Nation Welcome and Reforest project offers a powerful look into community-led environmental stewardship and cultural revitalization on Vancouver Island. This initiative invites visitors to witness firsthand how traditional ecological knowledge is used to restore harvested forest lands and protect vital ecosystems. By exploring the site, you gain a deeper understanding of the Tseshaht people's enduring connection to their territory and their inspiring commitment to preserving the land for future generations.

Private Vehicle

Port Alberni - Ucluelet 1h - 1.5h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Boat

Ucluelet - Barkley Sound 0.75h

Climb aboard and get your float on.

Free Time

Barkley Sound

During your free time at the lodge, you can attend an educational session detailing the property's unique history as one of BC's first coastal whaling stations. This 30-minute presentation features local artifacts and stories, and is open to all guests at the property.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Broken Group Islands: Kayaks and Coastal Cruises

Spend your morning exploring the calm waters along the coastal sea by kayak, paddling along the serene shorelines and keeping a lookout for resident birds and wildlife. Back at the lodge, a delicious lunch awaits with an afternoon to do as much or as little as you please, with options to hike in the forest or just relax and unwind in the hot tub. The evening offers a boat tour through the marine park, taking you to unique, remote locations beyond the reach of a kayak paddle.

Depart for a four-hour guided kayak excursion through Julia Passage, stopping for lunch on Robinson Island. Return to the lodge in the afternoon for free time to use the hiking trail or hot tub before dinner. End the day with a one-hour evening boat tour through the Broken Group Islands.

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Kayak day through Julia Passage

Barkley Sound 4h - 5h

Embark on a guided kayaking excursion through Julia Passage, exploring the scenic waters near the Broken Group Islands with a local expert. The paddle includes a scenic stop on Robinson Island to relax and enjoy a packed lunch. It is a perfect day of active exploration and coastal relaxation.

Broken Islands Evening Boat Tour

Barkley Sound Evening

Enjoy an evening boat tour through the Broken Group Islands, designed to take you deeper into the marine park. This scenic cruise explores unique and remote coastal locations that are inaccessible during a standard day of kayaking. It is the perfect way to cap off the day and see a different side of Barkley Sound.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Salt Spring Island: Wildlife & Waterfalls

Setting off by boat again from the lodge, you can catch a last glimpse of the Broken Group Islands before driving north to Little Qualicum Falls. Walk amongst the impossibly varied shades of green in the old growth forest on the way to the spectacular waterfalls, cascading down a rocky gorge. Continue to the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, where you'll see firsthand how the facility cares for rescued animals while also educating the public on important wildlife and environmental issues. From the eastern coast of the island, hop on a ferry and head into the southern Gulf Islands to Salt Spring Island, another natural paradise, and a haven for local artists and culture.

Take a water taxi to Secret Beach, drive to Little Qualicum Falls for a forest walk, and tour the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre. After lunch at Rusted Rake Brewing, board the ferry from Crofton to Salt Spring Island. End the day with check-in and a walk through town.

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Private Vehicle

Barkley Sound - Little Qualicum Falls 1.5h - 1.5h 125km

Take a water taxi ride through Barkley Sound from the lodge to Secret Beach near Ucluelet. Upon arrival, board a private vehicle for a drive across the island toward Little Qualicum Falls. The transit combines scenic water travel with a road journey through Vancouver Island's landscape.

Visit Little Qualicum Falls

Little Qualicum Falls Afternoon

Nestled within a lush, vibrant forest, the spectacular Little Qualicum Falls features magnificent, roaring waterfalls that plunge dramatically through a steep, rugged canyon. Wandering along the scenic, winding trails and charming footbridges offers visitors a truly breathtaking vantage point to admire the rushing, crystal-clear river and the peaceful, ancient woodland scenery.

North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre

Little Qualicum Falls - North Island Afternoon

Visit the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, a dedicated facility caring for ill, injured, and orphaned Vancouver Island wildlife. The site features Canada's largest eagle flight enclosure, a Museum of Nature, and an interactive Learning Centre. Guests can walk the grounds to view a native wildlife garden and get close to more than 60 resident, non-releasable animals.

Private Vehicle

North Island - Crofton Afternoon

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Ferry

Crofton - Salt Spring Island Afternoon

Board the BC Ferry at Crofton for a 25-minute crossing to Vesuvius Bay on Salt Spring Island. This short transit across the Stuart Channel connects the mainland of Vancouver Island to the Gulf Islands.

Free Time

Salt Spring Island Evening

During your free time, you can explore the charming seaside town of Ganges to browse its famous local artisan boutiques, bookstores, and art galleries. Alternatively, grab a coffee at a local cafe and take a relaxing stroll along the scenic harbor.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodations:  Harbour House Hotel

Salt Spring Island: Your OMG Day

Start the day on your terms with a choice between an exhilarating whale watching tour in the Southern Gulf Islands or take a scenic kayak paddle to Third Sister Island and the picturesque and shell-ridden Chocolate Beach. Later, join your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) for a local food and drink tour featuring regional cider, wine or beer, and goat cheese. Conclude this unforgettable day by gathering with your group evening for a farewell dinner.

Choose between a Zodiac whale watching tour or a kayak excursion to Chocolate Beach in the morning. In the afternoon, take a two-hour food and drink tour to taste local cider, wine, beer, and goat cheese. End the day with a group farewell dinner.

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Choice of Zodiak Whale Watching or Chocolate Beach Kayaking

Saltspring Island Morning

Choose between an exhilarating three-to-four-hour Zodiac cruise to search for humpbacks and transient orcas, or a guided kayak paddle through local intertidal zones to visit the historic white shells of Chocolate Beach. Both morning options immerse you directly in the stunning marine environment of the Southern Gulf Islands.

Salt Spring Tasting Tour

Salt Spring Island Afternoon

Join your CEO for a two-hour guided tasting tour showcasing the culinary highlights of Salt Spring Island. You will visit distinct local producers to sample regional craft cider, wine, or beer alongside artisanal goat cheese. This afternoon excursion provides a direct taste of the island's renowned agricultural and craft beverage community.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodations:  Harbour House Hotel

Salt Spring Island/Victoria International Airport

Today your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time on Vancouver Island will live on.

Take the morning transfer to Fulford Harbour for a 35-minute ferry crossing to Swartz Bay, followed by a drive to the Victoria Airport, where the tour ends. For those wishing to continue on to Victoria, an option is available to be dropped off in downtown Victoria.

Please note your departure flight should take-off no earlier than 2:00 PM

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Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

Departure Transfer

Salt Spring Island - Victoria International Airport Morning 60km

This transit shows the landscape of the southern Gulf Islands and the Salish Sea during the ferry crossing from Fulford Harbour. Upon arrival on the Saanich Peninsula, the route travels south past farms and coastlines toward the final drop-offs at the airport and downtown Victoria.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast