Did you know that Grizzly viewing is best right now until mid-October? 🤩
Go off the beaten path with the expertise of our many wildlife tour operators available in the Strathcona region.
Care is taken to manage the number of participants viewing animals on each tour, so it is wise to book asap to secure your spots! Tours depart Campbell River in the mornings and head up into areas like Bute and Toba Inlet.
🔵 Bute Inlet is one of the most stunning waterways on the coast, flanked by soaring mountains and crystal waters. Located within the traditional territory in Orford Bay, the inlet lies in the overlapping ancestral territories of the Homalco, Klahoose, Kwiakah and We Wai Kai First Nations.
📸: @biganimalencounters
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A quintessential morning in the Strathcona Region. 🎣👏
🔵 The Discovery Islands are in the traditional territory of the Homalco, Klahoose, K’omoks, Kwaikah, Tla’amin, We Wai Kai and Wei Wai Kum First Nations.
📷: @tylermcave for @thebreakwaterlodge
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3 reasons to try diving in the Strathcona Region! 🤿
🐙 Unique Coldwater Species: Cold water environments are home to fascinating species like giant Pacific octopuses, wolf eels, and large anemones that thrive in these conditions.
🧊 Enhanced Visibility: Colder water tends to have less plankton, which often means clearer visibility, allowing you to fully appreciate the underwater landscape.
🙌 Dramatic Scenery: The underwater topography in cold water regions often features stunning rock formations, deep walls, and rich kelp forests that are breathtaking to explore.
🔵 Campbell River is nestled within the territory of the Liǧʷiłdax̌ʷ peoples; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, and Kwiakah Nations.
🎥: @divesafe_international
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There's nothing quite like the feeling of gliding through the water in a kayak. 🙌
🔵 Campbell River is nestled within the territory of the Liǧʷiłdax̌ʷ peoples; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, and Kwiakah Nations.
📸 @spiritofthewestadventures
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Escape to Quadra Island for a day of adventure, just a short ferry ride from Campbell River! ⛳️
Enjoy a round of golf at the scenic Quadra Golf Club, then dive into ocean adventures as the sun sets. Whether you choose to stay overnight on the island or return to Campbell River, an unforgettable experience awaits. ⛴️
🔵 The Discovery Islands are in the traditional territory of the Homalco, Klahoose, K’omoks, Kwaikah, Tla’amin, We Wai Kai and Wei Wai Kum First Nations.
📷: @golfvancouverisland
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In the Strathcona Region, some of the most breathtaking adventures are best accessed by boat. 🛥️
Boat tours and charters provide an ideal way to reach these otherwise inaccessible inlets and islands, ensuring an unforgettable adventure in this spectacular part of British Columbia. 🌊
🔵 Nootka Sound is within the traditional territory of the Mowachaht and Muchalaht people of the Nuu-chah-nulth First Nation.
🎥: @nick_thornton_photo for @nootkamarineadventures
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We’re approaching the best time of year to observe Grizzlies responsibly in the wild with experienced and professional guides. Here are 5 compelling reasons to book a Grizzly Tour departing from Campbell River this autumn:
🐻 Unique Experience: Visitors can witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitats, fishing for salmon, foraging for berries, and interacting in the wild.
🍂 Stunning Scenery: The tours take place in some of the most remote landscapes accessible by boat from Campbell River, including lush forests, pristine rivers, and coastal inlets.
✅ Knowledgeable Guides: You’ll be led by passionate and knowledgeable guides who provide fascinating insights into bear behaviour, ecology, Indigenous tradition, and more.
🌱 Impactful Tourism: These tours contribute to local wildlife conservation initiatives and raise awareness about the importance of preserving natural habitats.
🛥️ Full-Day Adventure: These full-day tours can include additional activities and opportunities to see other wildlife and local sights, ensuring a comprehensive and enriching outdoor experience.
🔵 Bute Inlet is located within the traditional territory of Orford Bay, in the overlapping ancestral territories of the Homalco, Klahoose, Kwiakah and We Wai Kai First Nations.
🎥: @itsbigben
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With 12 Vancouver Island golf courses to choose from, a visit to this part of the world makes for one of the best golf vacations in British Columbia.
If you start at the northernmost region of the Island's Golf Trail here in Campbell River, you can tick off 3 fantastic courses by hitting:
✳️ Campbell River Golf Club at Naturally Pacific Resort
✳️ Storey Creek Golf Course
✳️ Quadra Island Golf Course
What are you waiting for? ⛳️
🔵 Campbell River is nestled within the territory of the Liǧʷiłdax̌ʷ peoples; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, and Kwiakah Nations.
📸 @apreswheeler at @naturallypacificresort
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Humble reminder from @homalcotours that we're just a small piece of Earth's giant puzzle. 🤩
🌊 Homalco Wildlife Tours joins our many fantastic local tour operators offering free tours on Saturday, June 1st. Head to the link in our bio for all the details!
🔵 Bute Inlet is one of the most stunning waterways on the coast, flanked by soaring mountains and crystal waters. Located within the traditional territory in Orford Bay, the inlet lies in the overlapping ancestral territories of the Homalco, Klahoose, Kwiakah and We Wai Kai First Nations.
📸: @homalcotours
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When we say get away from it all, this is what we mean...🌲
🔵 @klahoosewildernessresort resort is located in the heart of Desolation Sound, on Homfray Channel between the coastal mountain peaks of British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast, the Salish Sea, and the edge of the BC's Great Bear Rainforest on the lands of the Klahoose People.
📸: @klahoosewildernessresort
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This is your awe-inspiring reminder that our fantastic local tour companies are now booking for 2024. ✨📅
🔵 Campbell River is nestled within the territory of the Liǧʷiłdax̌ʷ peoples; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, and Kwiakah Nations.
🎥: @wildwaterways_adventures
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🌨 Embrace Winter Wonderland 🌨
Snowshoeing is an exhilarating winter activity that allows you to visit the pristine landscapes that you'd normally hike in the summer. Why wait til the snow melts?!
🔵 Mount Washington Alpine Resort is a year-round recreation destination located on Vancouver Island and is located within the traditional lands of the K'ómoks First Nations.
📸: @trailsofroo at @mountwashington
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