Known as Canada's Paradise on the Pacific, Vancouver Island, including Victoria and the tranquil Gulf Islands that dot the waterway between here and the mainland, is a vacation destination with something for everyone.

Here on Vancouver Island you'll find hundreds of great things to see and do.  Naturally anywhere you go in the Vancouver Island region, you are surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of Canada's Paradise on the Pacific - the lush rainforests, the rocky shorelines, the wave-swept beaches, the towering peaks, crystal-clear lakes and rivers, and rolling hills and valleys.  It's one awe-inspiring vista after another.

Vancouver Island is internationally acclaimed for warm hospitality, exceptional natural beauty, and outstanding activities and attractions and has been awarded the Best North American Island for nine out of the last eleven years, including the last five years in a row.  It's just more evidence that Vancouver Island is a premier vacation destination with something that everyone needs: a little Island time.

Whether you are planning a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, Vancouver Island promises fabulous scenery and great activities and sightseeing ideas.  Packages geared towards golf, spa, fishing, adventure or the arts are available.  Self-drive getaways can be as short as a half-day or as long as a week, it’s your choice.  There are a variety of short trips to be done around the Vancouver Island Destinations.  Such variety includes mini-driving tours, “island hopping” excursions, freight boat cruising, rail tours, aerial tours, agricultural tours, industrial tours, spa & wellness experiences, visiting provincial parks, and more extensive Circle Tours. 

The North of the Island - Born from volcanic rock, the rugged North Island region features a largely uninhabited wilderness of forests, lakes and snow-capped peaks - a unique, natural paradise. 

The Central Island - With its warm ocean temperatures, sheltering mountains, tranquil lakes, fabulous fishing and exceptional golf courses, the lush Central Island region is a year-round holiday destination 

The West Coast of the Island - The Pacific Rim is a region of wild landscapes, never-ending beaches and spectacular weather - be it long summer sunsets or fierce winter storms. Prepare yourself for the quintessential wilderness experience 

The South of the Island - A rare combination of rural charm and elegant sophistication, the South Island region is home to Victoria, British Columbia's capital city, and a remarkable diversity of landscape and recreational opportunities