Sidney
Spit Provincial Marine Park . . . fallow deer, herons, eagles and seabirds.
Best months for viewing are June, July, August and September. Access
the site by ferry, boat and canoe, or walk in.
Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary . . . waterfowl, raptors, shorebirds
and others can be seen all year around. Access the site on paved road.
Goldstream
Provincial Park . . . salmon spawning area, songbirds and shorebirds.
View salmon spawning during October and November, enjoy bird watching
year round. Access is by paved road.
Bellhouse Provincial Park / Active Pass . . . sea lions,
killer whales, seabirds and eagles. Year round viewing, killer whale
viewing best during June, July, August and September. Access the area
by ferry and paved road.
Somenos Marsh . . . songbirds, shorebirds and waterfowl.
Year round viewing, shorebird viewing best in April and May. Access
on paved road.
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Nanaimo
Harbour . . . seabirds, eagles and sea lions. Best months for viewing
are December, January, February, March and April. Access by paved road
and boat.
Pacific Rim National
Park . . . intertidal fauna, shorebirds and gray whales. Viewing
intertidal pools is year round, shorebird viewing best during May and
June, whale watching best in March, April and May. Access on paved roads.
Parksville/Qualicum . . . waterfowl,
songbirds, shorebirds, raptors and black brant geese. Year round bird
viewing, black brant viewing best during March, April and May. Access
on paved roads.
Stamp Falls Provincial Park . . . salmon spawning, black-tailed
deer, waterfowl and shorebirds. Salmon spawning best viewing during
July, August, September, and October. Access on paved road.
Mitlenatch Island Provincial Park . . . oystercatchers, cormorants
and a large gull colony. Best viewing during June, July, August and
September. Access by boat.
Strathcona
Provincial Park . . . elk, trumpeter swans, beavers, deer and black
bear. Best viewing during December, January, February, March and April.
Access by paved and secondary roads.
Blackfish Sound/Johnstone Strait . . . eagles, cormorants,
gulls, harbour seals, porpoises and killer whales. Best viewing during
June, July, August and September. Access by boat
BC
Vacation Providers in this area:
ROAM (Rivers Oceans and Mountains): Experience the most unique vacations with whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, whale watching, heli-hiking and multi-sport activities. We offer unprecedented access to pristine wilderness environments and places no other adventure companies dare to venture. more
ROAM (Rivers Oceans and Mountains): Experience the most unique vacations with whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, whale watching, heli-hiking and multi-sport activities. We offer unprecedented access to pristine wilderness environments and places no other adventure companies dare to venture. more
ROAM (Rivers Oceans and Mountains): Experience the most unique vacations with whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, whale watching, heli-hiking and multi-sport activities. We offer unprecedented access to pristine wilderness environments and places no other adventure companies dare to venture. more
Blackfish Lodge: Steelhead, salmon, trout, and halibut - experience superb flyfishing, spinning, and legendary saltwater salmon and bottom fish angling – plus stunning wilderness, abundant wildlife, & warm hospitality. Ask about exclusive lodge use for groups of 4 – 6. more
Blind Channel Resort: Unique BC Coastal Vacations, oceanfront cottages, fine dining, coastal tours, marina and store. A convenient destination for coastal mariners just three nautical miles off Johnstone Strait. more
Destiny River Adventures: We offer thrilling whitewater rafting, serene scenic river floats, & snorkeling with thousands of returning salmon. Our focus on the wilderness, wildlife, personal discovery, & attention to detail will create an unforgettable experience & memories! more
Eagle Wing Whale Watching: Guided Whale Watching Tours & Wildlife Viewing.Trip Advisor's top-rated whale-watching experience in Victoria since 2007. Killer whales, Grey, Minke and Humpback whales, seals, sea lions & porpoise. As industry leaders, they go the extra mile (or 50!) to give... more
Hot Pursuit Charters: Guided salmon and halibut fishing charters from Ucluelet, on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Fish for trophy salmon and halibut. View otters, whales, eagles, sea lions, and bears. more
Mothership Adventures: Join us for a luxury, multiday, sea kayaking experience using the elegant mothership, “Columbia III” as our travelling home. We’ll kayak through pristine, coastal wilderness, paddling glacier-fed waters amongst lushly forested islands while observing abundant ... more
Orca Dreams: Orca Dreams is located on a remote rainforest Island off northern Vancouver Island. Watch breaching humpback whales, orcas or dolphins pass by your tent while sipping on your morning coffee. more
Quarterdeck Inn and Marina Resort: Close to downtown & tourism services in Port Hardy, our full service 3 ˝ Star hotel features a marina & pub-style restaurant. We have a water taxi and can also arrange wilderness experiences including whale watching Eco-Tours, salmon fishing, storm watching,... more
ROAM (Rivers Oceans and Mountains): Experience the most unique vacations with whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, whale watching, heli-hiking and multi-sport activities. We offer unprecedented access to pristine wilderness environments and places no other adventure companies dare to venture. more
Sea Kayak Adventures: For 20 years we've offered sea kayak wilderness vacations for active outdoor-minded travelers -- a combination of fun, challenge and excitement. Join us to seek beautiful places to get away from it all, and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters. more
Spirit of the West Adventures: We offer sea kayaking tours to the Johnstone Strait & the largest pods of killer whales on the BC coast – Desolation Sound, Quadra Island, & Campbell River - & guided excursions to explore ancient native villages. Set a course for a one of a kind wilderness a... more
Blackfish Lodge: Steelhead, salmon, trout, and halibut - experience superb flyfishing, spinning, and legendary saltwater salmon and bottom fish angling – plus stunning wilderness, abundant wildlife, & warm hospitality. Ask about exclusive lodge use for groups of 4 – 6. more
Blind Channel Resort: Unique BC Coastal Vacations, oceanfront cottages, fine dining, coastal tours, marina and store. A convenient destination for coastal mariners just three nautical miles off Johnstone Strait. more
ROAM (Rivers Oceans and Mountains): Experience the most unique vacations with whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, whale watching, heli-hiking and multi-sport activities. We offer unprecedented access to pristine wilderness environments and places no other adventure companies dare to venture. more