Winter Storm Watching - experience
the drama of a winter storm from the luxurious surroundings of the Wickaninnish
Inn, incomparable Pointe Restaurant, and warm welcoming environment
of Ancient Cedars Spa.
Whale Watching - watch the migrating
Pacific Gray Whales on their annual 10,000 mile spring migration from
Baja to Alaska, and join in the many festivities including a Salmon
barbecue! The annual whale festival takes place
during the month of March, and follows the British Columbia spring break
schedule.
Beachcombing - Chesterman Beach
offers 1 1/2 miles of wide sandy beach to search for ocean treasures
and explore the magic of life in a tidal pool.
Rain Forest Walks - enjoy a
leisurely walk through one of the largest intact, ancient temperate
rainforests left in the world. Here 500 year old Sitka Spruce, some
10 feet in diameter, tower 300 feet skyward.
Sea Kayaking
- novices and experts alike will find it easy to explore the quiet inside
waters of Clayoquot Sound and watch for river otters, harbour seals,
bald eagles and a variety of shorebirds.
Hot Springs Cove - sail, cruise
or fly by float plane to Hot Springs Cove and soak in the ultimate hot
tubs - a series of natural rock pools fed by underground hot springs.
These series of hot pools lead directly to the sea, and add a soothing
mixture of alternating hot and cool as the waters mix with each wave.
Birdwatching
- Birdwatching in Tofino is an experience of nature second to none.
The wide array of local and migratory birds, ranging from large Albatrosses
to tiny Hummingbirds makes Clayoquot Sound a destination for enthusiasts
around the world.
Fishing
- experience the thrill of catching trophy salmon or halibut, or try
fly fishing for coho salmon or an amazing steelhead in one of the nearby
crystal clear rivers.
Golfing
- Long Beach Golf Course offers 9 challenging holes, playing long and
narrow to 3,149 yards. It has a par of 72 and a slope rating of 116.
Surfing
- The waves of the Pacific have put Vancouver Island on the maps of
many surf enthusiasts. Surfing in Canada? You bet! Boogie boards, surf
boards and the all important wetsuits are all available for rent at
several local shops.
Cougar Annie’s
Garden - Cougar Annie’s
Garden tells of a dream that lives on. A remote garden blooms at the
head of Hesquiat Harbour, off the west coast of Tofino. Surrounded
by rainforest and mountains, this garden has endured for over eighty
years. Our guest services representatives can make all arrangements
for you.