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May 8, 2024 · It’s called Hwy 1 (the Trans-Canada Highway) between Victoria and Nanaimo and Hwy 19 further north. Vancouver Island Connector has one daily bus in either direction between Victoria and Tofino, stopping at Nanaimo, Port Alberni and several other towns.
May 17, 2024 · Vancouver Island is separated from mainland Canada by the straits of Georgia, Johnstone, and Queen Charlotte and from the United States by Juan de Fuca Strait. The island, averaging 50 miles (80 km) in width and extending for 285 miles (460 km) along a northwest–southeast axis paralleling the mainland, is actually the top of a partially ...
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May 10, 2024 · Vancouver Island is a rugged paradise island that feels a world away from its closest mainland city – Vancouver. Even though the two destinations are just a short ferry journey apart, Vancouver Island’s relaxed atmosphere and untamed natural beauty mean it’s our go-to place in BC to get away from it all.
May 10, 2024 · It is well-loved by both Vancouver Islanders and tourists, and it is one of the best places to see ancient Vancouver Island trees! Of course, before you visit, there’s a lot you need to know. In this blog, we answer the 13 most common questions about visiting Cathedral Grove on Vancouver Island!
May 10, 2024 · Nestled off the southwest coast of British Columbia lies the picturesque Vancouver Island – a natural paradise waiting to be explored! The island boasts a truly diverse range of landscapes, from rugged coastlines teeming with marine life to towering old-growth forests with trees that are hundreds of years old.
May 4, 2024 · The Only 8 Day Seattle to Vancouver Island Road Trip Itinerary You’ll Ever Need. Day 1: Seattle and Anacortes. Day 2: Visit Deception Pass and Our Wolf Encounter. Day 3: Take the Ferry from Anacortes, WA into Sidney, BC and stay in a treehouse. Day 4: Drive from Sooke to Ucluelet and explore all the lakes.
May 18, 2024 · The West Coast Trail is one of Canada’s most iconic hiking trails. The demanding 75km journey traverses Vancouver Island’s rugged coastline, taking in windswept sandy beaches, gnarled old-growth forest, slippery boulder fields, surge channels and tidal pools.
