Vancouver Island: Guided Rainforest Hike Experience
5.0
30 Ratings
Victoria
Embark on a guided rainforest hike on Vancouver Island, exploring ancient trees, waterfalls, and a vibrant ecosystem just a short drive from downtown Victoria.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Surfside Adventure Tours - We offer different locations, and these locations all offer something different.
We offer basic Rain Forest hikes for that are fit for all levels going through a beautiful old growth forest with up down terrain that will require proper hiking shoes, but overall simple paths.
If you would prefer a hike through the forest and up a mountain to enjoy panoramic views we can arrange that as well at various locations.
We will talk about local plants, trees, and wildlife. Hopefully get to see some along the way.
What's Included
- Complimentary bottled water for hydration on the go.
- Exclusive private tour experience.
- Guidance from a professional tour guide.
- Convenient hotel or port pickup and drop-off service.
- Personal driver/guide to enrich your journey.
- Travel comfortably in a private vehicle.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Cruise Port Passenger Pick up fee is not included. (Please inquire)
Additional Information
Boasting a stunning coastline and ancient, verdant rainforests, Vancouver Island is a hiker’s paradise. Only half an hour’s journey from the heart of Victoria, this private guided adventure takes you to numerous spots just a stone’s throw from the city, yet so immersive, it’s as if you’re tucked away in the heart of the wilderness. Marvel at some of the world’s highest and oldest trees, waterfalls, and a thriving Eco-system teeming with life.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Proper hiking shoes required, no open-toe shoes allowed
Location
Surfside Adventure Tours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Debora_m
Apr 7, 2024
Very knowledgeable and... - Very knowledgeable and friendly guide, we truly enjoyed the tour and definitely recommend it. Darwin adapted the tour to our fitness level and interests so that we got the maximum out of the time spent.
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Ronri9906er
Mar 30, 2024
Darwin is great! - Darwin is an excellent guide. He showed us beautiful and fun natural environments near and around Victoria. He’s knowledgeable and engaging and helpful. A+++
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Deborah_s
Jan 9, 2024
I would do this hike again! - Our guide was very knowledgeable and paste the hike perfectly for us.
The amount of time spent on the trail was just right. He allowed plenty of time for picture taking. He did not rush us.
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Anonymous
Dec 29, 2023
Amazing hike and value! - This was an amazing hike with our own private tour guide who accompanied us throughout the hike as well as showing us some of the noteworthy sights along the drive. Darwin had great information about the local wild life and tree species, and was very accommodating to let us take photos and create great memories. He took us to the Hatley Castle, which was a treat. Overall a wonderful way to experience nature on the island and a highlight of our trip.
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Debbie_d
Aug 26, 2023
Fantastic private rainforest tour - Darwin is an excellent guide. He gave us choices and took the time to find out our interests before we started the hike. He was very informative during the hike and adjusted his pace to our capabilities. The rainforest was beautiful and peaceful. We got to do a second hike along the coast where we were lucky enough to pick wild blackberries and see seals. It was such a great trip, we plan to do another tour when we return to Victoria!
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Dani_s
Mar 30, 2023
Perfect Day - Darwin was a fantastic guide and he answered all of our many questions. Such an amazing day!!!! Highly recommend!!
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Andreln9615mj
Feb 25, 2023
Magic nature with the best Guide! - Yes do it! We liked it a lot and the Guide is so funny and has so much experiance. Very kindly and gives you options which eviroments do you prefear to See. We rate him 10 out of 10. thank you!
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Schwabrdani
Nov 3, 2022
The guide was very... - The guide was very personable and geared the hike towards us for that day. It was great. Highly recommend.
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875antoinettel
Oct 27, 2022
Way to GO! - Darwin was right on time picking me up from Spinnakers before the scheduled Rain-forest trek/tour. Great vehicle and excellent driver. Fabulous nature Guide and historian. He completely customized the rainy day's tour to my liking and current stamina level. I was beyond pleased!
The Autumn terrain was lovely, exquisite foliage. GREAT PHOTO-OPS! Even driving to the trailhead inspired capturing images of the giant trees and cliffs,
I LOVED every part of this flat-trailed walkabout. YET sighting numerous eagles at one point was thrilling! And minor climbing over fallen trees was a perfect challenge towards regaining my fitness confidence. While navigating a big-stones dry riverbed -- to access a waterfall was an adventure too.
Will definitely book with Darwin again! Hopefully Spring 2023. Thank you Sir Darwin!
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Debbie_c
Oct 23, 2022
Best private tour ever! - The best part of our experience was our thoughtful guide Darwin. He was very knowledgeable , kind and very professional. We highly recommend him and the tour.
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