Highlights
Reconnect with nature as you explore this captivating coastline at your own pace
Sweeping ocean vistas and woodland creeks with rare flora and fauna
Stay in remarkable waterfront retreats, surrounded by beauty and tranquillity
Add on a 5 night rail journey through the Rockies with the unforgettable Rocky Mountaineer
Add on 3 or 4 nights at the incredibly unique, Indigenous Klahoose Wilderness Resort
Itinerary
Unspoiled and only accessible by plane or boat, Canada’s Sunshine Coast is a walker’s paradise waiting to be discovered. The "Walking Canada’s Sunshine Coast" tour is a 9-day self-guided hiking adventure, perfect for experienced travelers looking to reconnect with nature and explore vibrant coastal communities.
Stroll through old-growth forests, along oceanfront trails, and past hidden inlets teeming with wildlife—from black bears to eagles. Unique waterfront resorts provide tranquil retreats each night, some offering paddleboards or kayaks for further exploration. The region’s natural splendor is matched by its warm community spirit and rich biodiversity.
What makes this tour package truly special is its flexible add-ons: pair your walking journey with the legendary Rocky Mountaineer rail trip through the Canadian Rockies or an immersive stay at the Klahoose Wilderness Resort for an authentic Indigenous cultural experience.
For those seeking a blend of adventure, comfort, and cultural enrichment, this trip offers the best of British Columbia’s hidden coast.
day 1 - Arrive in Vancouver
Upon your arrival at Vancouver International Airport, you'll collect your rental car and drive to your first hotel in Vancouver to rest up before beginning your walking trip (approx. 30mins).
Overnight Fairmont Hotel, Vancouver.
day 2 - Around Gibsons, Sechelt & Roberts Creek
Drive to Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal (approx. 1h) for your ferry to Gibsons (45mins). Check in to your accommodation before heading out on your first Sunshine Coast walk. There are many walks to choose from throughout the week, these are some of our favourites.
Choice of walks in Gibsons (3km/2.6km), Sechelt (19.6km/8km/2.3km), and Roberts Creek (10km/6.5miles).
Explore lush fern valleys, powerful waterfalls, mossy canyons, and alpine lakes across these incredibly varied walks.
Overnight Shades of Jade Inn & Spa, Gibsons.
day 3 - Mount Elphinstone Summit Trail
Walk along Mount Elphinstone Summit Trail (12.5km), one of the highest peaks on the lower Sunshine Coast. Through forest, you'll follow the coloured markers as you climb along the ridge with glimpses of Langdale creek down below. From the summit, you'll be rewarded with expansive views to Vancouver, Gibsons, Bowen Island, and much of Howe Sound.
Overnight Shades of Jade Inn & Spa, Gibsons.
day 4 - Around Gibsons, Sechelt & Roberts Creek
Choice of walks in Gibsons (2.7km/2km), Sechelt (8km/3km), and Roberts Creek (10.3km). Explore lush fern valleys, powerful waterfalls, mossy canyons, and alpine lakes across these incredibly varied walks.
Overnight Shades of Jade Inn & Spa, Gibsons.
day 5 - Madeira Park & Halfmoon Bay
Choice of walks in Madeira Park (1.8km/2.5km/4.4km) and Halfmoon Bay (4.2km/7.6km).
Visit the rocky outcrop of Smugglers Cove, loop around a forest lake, or visit the Garden Bay Marine Provincial Park with a protected archaeological site.
Overnight Painted Boat Resort & Spa, Madeira Park.
day 6 - Around Madeira Park & Egmont
Choice of walks in Madeira Park (1.8km/2.5km/4.4km) and Egmont (7.5km).
Embark on a scenic beach walk to a small lighthouse with an arbutus tree grove or take a forested walk to a rocky outcrop with views of the changing tidal waters, creating unique rapids and whirlpools.
Overnight Painted Boat Resort & Spa, Madeira Park.
day 7 - Around Powell River
Take the ferry from Earls Cove to Saltery Bay (1h), then drive to Powell River (approx. 30mins).
After arriving on the ferry, we'd recommend a favourite walk amongst Powell River locals. As part of the renowned Sunshine Coast Trail, this relatively easy trail follows the riverbed and Appleton Creek to an iconic hut and lake with waterfalls and charming bridges along the way (7km).
Overnight Desolation Sound Resort, Powell River.
day 8 - Around Powell River
Choice of walks in Powell River (14.5km/18.3km). Enjoy a gentle trail through the forest with spots to swim or embark on a longer trail up Tin Hat Mountain to an iconic viewpoint and hut that sits at the halfway point of the Sunshine Coast long-distance trail. Tin Hat Hut is a stunning 360° mountain-top lookout with views that define the Powell River experience.
Overnight Desolation Sound Resort, Powell River.
day 9 - Around Lund. Return to Gibsons & Vancouver
Choice of walks in Lund (4.5km/8.7km/10.4km). Wind your way through vibrant forest with views of Okeover Inlet and the Salish Sea. Another walk takes you to the mossy rainforest of Malaspina Provincial Park and Wednesday Lake or follow a picturesque trail along the coastal bluffs of Hurtado Bay.
Take two ferries before driving back to Vancouver International Airport to return your rental car and fly home. Alternatively, you can add on one of our incredible optional extensions as below.
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