EXPERIENCE
Travel across the Strait of Georgia and relax on the sandy beaches of Parksville for a couple of days before continuing up the coast. Drive past sweeping vistas, hidden seaside communities, and provincial parks as you make your way towards Campbell River.
During your stay in Campbell River, join the Indigenous owned & run Homalco Tours, to get a guided tour of BC's Indigenous history and culture, and to see west coast wildlife.
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DAY 1
Start your journey with a a scenic sailing across the Strait of Georgia to Nanaimo. Once you're arrived on Vancouver Island, head north along the coast until you reach the seaside community of Parksville. After you check in at your hotel, explore quaint streets filled with local boutiques and trendy restaurants.
Lodging: Beach Club Resort
DAY 2
After a morning stroll on the boardwalk, explore Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park where you can beachcomb during low tide. Then, hike the trails at Englishman River Falls Provincial Park or Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park, and watch a stunning waterfall cascade down rocky terrain.
Lodging: Beach Club Resort
DAY 3
Enjoy your last morning in Parksville, before embarking on a short drive to Campbell River. Once checked into your hotel, stop at a local eatery to fuel up for an afternoon of adventure. Explore nearby trails like those at Elk Falls Provincial Park, or discover a different kind of trail - the BC Ale Trail.
DAY 4
Immerse yourself in an authentic Indigenous experience led by Homalco Wildlife and Cultural Tours. Depending on the season, join a thrilling wilderness tour (May 1 - Oct 15) and learn about the traditional uses of land in Homalco First Nation Culture, a whale watching tour (May 1 - Oct 31) and enjoy a unique Indigenous perspective as you watch marine wildlife break the waters surface, or a grizzly bear tour (Aug 15 - Oct 15) to observe these majestic animals in their natural habitat.
Lodging: Comfort Inn and Suites Campbell River
Homalco Tour Upgrades: Whales, Wildlife and Culture, Great Bears of Bute
DAY 5
After a hearty breakfast at your hotel, enjoy your last morning in Campbell River at your own pace. As you make your way back to Nanaimo to catch your ferry, enjoy the scenic views of the seaside communities along the way.
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