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8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
11 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Challenging
Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.
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Highlights

Hop on a ferry from Vancouver to Victoria.

Enjoy hikes in the lush Pacific rainforest in Sooke and along the Juan de Fuca trail.

Paddle around Cowichan Bay.

Hike to see the impressive views on the Stawamus Chief trail.

Take a dip into the cold waters of the Elfin Lakes in Garibaldi Provincial Park.

Ride the Whistler gondola to hike the High Note trail from the peak.

Spend free time exploring Whistler

Itinerary

British Columbia’s wildest landscapes beckon on the "Active West Coast Canada Discovery" tour. Over 8 thrilling days, you’ll hike the iconic Juan de Fuca trail, ferry to Vancouver Island, and summit mountains in Whistler and Squamish—all while camping under starlit skies. Designed for energetic young travelers and seasoned adventurers, this trip promises glacier-capped peaks, alpine lakes, and the lushest rainforests. The unique selling point is the tour’s action-packed itinerary, seamlessly blending adventure with the region’s jaw-dropping scenery—making it an unbeatable choice for those who want to truly experience the best of Canada’s west coast.

day 1Vancouver/Sooke

Enjoy a morning welcome meeting with your CEO in Vancouver before catching the ferry to Victoria on Vancouver Island. Eat a picnic lunch upon arrival before setting off into East Sooke Regional Park for some hiking. There’s a wide range of trails that have different levels of difficulty, but all of them will offer great views of the dramatic, rocky coastline, and lush Pacific rainforest filled with moss and green ferns. In the evening set up camp, get settled, and have dinner around a fire with the group.

Meal
Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation
Sooke River Campground (or similar)
Transport
Ferry Duration : 4.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr
Included Activities
Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, East Sooke Regional Park Hike

day 2Sooke

day 3Sooke

day 4Sooke to Squamish via Parksville

day 5Squamish

day 6Squamish

day 7Day trip to Whistler from Squamish

day 8Whistler/Vancouver

What's Included

Accommodation
Participation camping (7 nts).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Note: Allow USD105-140 for meals not included.
Transport
Private vehicle, ferry, hiking.
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupFerry ride from Vancouver to VictoriaAn afternoon of hiking in East Sooke Provincial ParkA trek along a portion of the Juan de Fuca trailCanoe or kayak rental in Cowichan BayFerry from Nanaimo to Horseshoe BayA hike up The Stawamus Chief trainA visit to Garibaldi Provincial Park and a hike to the Elfin LakesA ride up the Whistler Gondola to hike the High Note trailAll transportation between destinations

Customer Reviews

4.9

based on 8 reviews
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Marie MVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

For those who enjoy hiking and seeing wildlife, the Active West Coast Canada Discovery trip is for you. The itinerary for this trip is crafted to show you the true beauty of British Columbia. Morgane was an outstanding CEO (Tour Leader) who ensured traveler safety and shared her passion for hiking and wildlife.

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Diana SVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

We followed the activities as stated in the itinerary. I loved the combo that this tour provides - organized group hiking and free time in the towns we visited for some sightseeing. Every hike was different and offered amazing views but the last one took our breath away. Ben was a great guide, cook and driver!

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Susan MVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

I was very pleasantly surprised by the trip, every aspect exceeded my expectations. The tents were comfortable, the food was varied, healthy and a great choice available and the activities were fun and challenging. Our group was a great mix of people and I loved getting to know everyone. It was all made the better because of our exceptional CEO Ben and of course the spectacular surroundings of western Canada.

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Claire WVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Great way to see the Vancouver area, amazing views and fun site seeing in a group tour setting,

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AngelaVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Great trip - very active each day with some downtime as well. The hikes were amazing and campsites were clean/safe. Would recommend this to anyone wanting mountains and water!

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