Health & Wellness

Vancouver Island North offers a serene escape for those seeking to unwind in nature. Indulge in rejuvenating spa experiences that often incorporate natural elements of the west coast, relax ...

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Hiking & Trails

On Vancouver Island North, trails penetrate deep into the landscape, offering easy access to remote forests, beaches, streams and lakes. Walk among giants on ...

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Museums, Culture & History

Vancouver Island North is located on the traditional territory of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw people, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial. Eight thousand years ago – ...

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Parks, Beaches, & Gardens

From remote beaches full of spectacular nature to perennial gardens with an abundance of bloom and beauty, wandering through the parks, gardens, and beaches of Vancouver Island North is a must ...

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Wilderness Adventures

Adventure into the wild of Vancouver Island North, explore the water with a local fisherman, go on a kayak tour of surrounding islands only accessible by boat, or hop on a wildlife tour to ...

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Sports & Activities

Connect with your inner kid as you take on one of Vancouver Island North’s outdoor activities and thrilling sports. With activities ranging from remote surfing expeditions to open-sea ...

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Dine & Sip

Ignite your senses as you discover the local culinary delights of this area of island coastline. Smell the ocean as you taste your food, enjoy locally roasted ...

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Shopping

Support local lives by eating, staying and shopping locally. The North Island’s top main street shopping experience is in Port Hardy, ...

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Festivals & Events

When you’re all set to attend an exciting event on the North Island, we recommend taking a moment to visit the organizer’s website for the most current event details, including the ...

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Cultural Tours

Embark on a remarkable trip to Vancouver Island North and the traditional territory of the Kwakwaka'wakw people as you immerse yourself in experiences that ...

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Cultural Centres

The U’mista Cultural Centre in Alert Bay is respected far and wide as one of Canada’s finest First Nations ...

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Art Galleries & Studios

Creating arts and crafts in all imaginable disciplines is one productive way that North Islanders make use of their long winter nights. As a result, there is a ...

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Museums

Experience museums that are an embodiment of a life lived on the wild coast. Wander in awe as you learn about the traditional craft and storytelling in the ...

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Parks

The Regional District of Mount Waddington encompasses the northern third of Vancouver Island and a large area of the adjacent mainland. The Mount Waddington region comprises 8 spectacular ...

The Regional District of Mount Waddington encompasses the northern ...

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Beaches

Experiencing a Vancouver Island North beach means going deeper into the rugged beauty of remote coastlines, quiet beaches, and hidden treasures. Hike along the coastline as you take in the ...

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Gardens

Connect with yourself, the water, and the earth as you explore Vancouver Island North’s tranquil gardens and blooms. Vancouver Island North’s coastal climate and plentiful bouts of rain ...

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Storm Watching

Whale Watching

The most celebrated residents of Vancouver Island North are its marine mammals. Members of over 300 fish-eating orcas known as the “Northern Residents” are often in the area in pursuit of ...

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Bear Watching

Giants roam on Vancouver Island North and remote sections of the neighbouring mainland coast. Grizzly and black bears to be precise. Black bears are remarkable roadside attractions ...

Giants roam on Vancouver Island North and remote sections of the ...

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Bird Watching

Crane a neck skyward year-round on Vancouver Island North and you’ll likely spot at least one and possibly a trio of bald eagles riding the wind currents. Birders are particularly well ...

Crane a neck skyward year-round on Vancouver Island North and ...

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Wilderness Tours

On any visit to Vancouver Island North, a guided tour that showcases the remarkable hidden beauty of this coastal region is not to be missed by any curious traveler. Experience the natural ...

On any visit to Vancouver Island North, a guided tour that ...

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Kayaking

Sign up for a kayaking tour and explore coastal nooks and crannies, offshore islands, and pristine saltwater inlets that cut deep into the landscape. Vancouver Island North scenery is even ...

Sign up for a kayaking tour and explore coastal nooks and crannies, ...

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Golfing

Tee up a dimpled white golf ball and watch as it vanishes against the wilderness backdrop and bounces down a long fairway at the Island’s northernmost course – nestled into the rolling ...

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Skiing

Mount Cain Ski Area is Vancouver Island North’s downhill riding destination. A local treasure for skiers and boarders, glitz-free riding at Mount Cain is all about the powder. This casual ...

Mount Cain Ski Area is Vancouver Island North’s downhill riding ...

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Surfing

Dive into the untamed waves of the North Island for an adrenaline-fueled surfing experience. The sport first took off here in the 1960s at Grant Bay, Raft Cove ...

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Cycling & Mountain Biking

One of the most raw and connective ways that you can travel with the land is to explore by bike. Luckily for us, traveling North Vancouver Island by cycling and ...

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Diving

Zip up a dry suit, strap on an scuba cylinder and sink below the surface into an incredible marine wonderland. Vancouver Island North is world-renowned for its scuba diving. These cold (around ...

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Fishing

All five varieties of Pacific salmon migrate through Queen Charlotte Strait, and fishermen get first dibs on catches headed for spawning grounds further south in ...

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Caving & Canyoning

Seeking an accessible yet thrillingly unique new experience? Vancouver Island North boasts the highest concentration of caves in Canada. Water has worked its ...

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