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Victoria Kayaking and Canoeing

Victoria is an extended region on the southern part of Vancouver Island. Blessed with a wide range of forests, Victoria is close to a Gulf Islands cluster and islets where kayaking and canoeing are possible. Half of Vancouver Island's population lives in or near Victoria. These settlements include Saanich Peninsula, Victoria, Esquimalt, Colwood, Metchosin, and Sooke. Victoria, home to many marines and terrestrial mammal and bird species, is the gateway to world-class paddling.
Whether amateur or experienced, Victoria offers endless kayaking and canoeing opportunities. Kayakers, canoeists, kayak fishermen, or standup paddleboarders (SUP) can engage in the breath-taking adventure of paddling around Vancouver Island. Gulf Island National Park, located close to downtown Vitoria, is a spectacular paddling zone. Victoria is an all-year-round paddling location. However, the best time for kayaking and canoeing is April through October.
Kayakers and canoeists can visit Seal Island, paddle to Victoria's Inner Harbour or explore Gorge Waterway. Free parking and private restroom facilities are available in different locations of Victoria. Pleasure boats, water taxis, large car and passenger ferries, tugboats with barges, cruise ships, and many seaplanes are available in Victoria.
Another merit of paddling in Victoria is the opportunity to explore waterways with rich migratory birds. Therefore, Victoria is the paradise of paddles for those who enjoy having more exciting excursions besides kayaking and canoeing. Other activities available in Victoria include diving, hiking, fishing, and playing golf.


Victoria Kayaking and Canoeing Location

Victoria is one of the Greater Victoria's settlements on Vancouver Island. Visitors from the Lower Mainland of BC have ferry access from the BC Ferries Tsawwassen terminal in Delta. There are ferry services accessible from various locations to reach Victoria from Vancouver, including downtown Vancouver, Vancouver International Airport, and major hotels.

The Best Kayaking & Canoeing Spots Near Victoria

Victoria Kayaking and Canoeing

Victoria Kayaking and Canoeing

Victoria Kayaking and Canoeing Features

Kayaking and Canoeing Package Details

What you Can Expect to See Near Victoria

Spiral Beach

Spiral Beach

McNeil Bay

McNeil Bay

Langford

Langford

Gonzales Bay

Gonzales Bay

Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site

Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site

Sooke

Sooke

Point Ellice House Museum and Gardens

Point Ellice House Museum and Gardens

The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

The Royal BC Museum

The Royal BC Museum

Miniature World

Miniature World

Willows Beach

Willows Beach

Race Rocks Ecological Reserve

Race Rocks Ecological Reserve

Sitting Lady Falls

Sitting Lady Falls

Gallery Merrick

Gallery Merrick

Florence Lake Cave

Florence Lake Cave

What you Can Expect to Do Near Victoria

Hiking on the Grass Lake Trail

Hiking on the Grass Lake Trail

Hiking on Mount Manuel Quimper

Hiking on Mount Manuel Quimper

Hiking on Mount Empress from Sooke Potholes via Mary Vine and Todd Creek Trails

Hiking on Mount Empress from Sooke Potholes via Mary Vine and Todd Creek Trails

Victoria Diving

Victoria Diving

Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club Whale Watching

Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club Whale Watching

Van Isle Marina Whale Watching

Van Isle Marina Whale Watching

West Coast Outdoor Adventure Whale Watching

West Coast Outdoor Adventure Whale Watching

Cabin Point Whale Watching

Cabin Point Whale Watching

Beechey Head Whale Watching

Beechey Head Whale Watching

Spirit Bay Visitor Centre Whale Watching

Spirit Bay Visitor Centre Whale Watching

Creyke Point Whale Watching

Creyke Point Whale Watching

Victoria Harbour Ferry Whale Watching

Victoria Harbour Ferry Whale Watching

Fisherman's Wharf Park Whale Watching

Fisherman's Wharf Park Whale Watching

West Bay Esquimalt Whale Watching

West Bay Esquimalt Whale Watching

Cattle Point Storm Watching

Cattle Point Storm Watching

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