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West Coast Wildlife Rainforest Waterfall and Beaches

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6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Perfect for the wildlife lovers, this tour offer plenty of opportunity to see the wild creatures in their element.

If you’re looking to explore Vancouver Island’s wild west coast without going to far from the city, consider visiting the South West Coast. Better than Tofino, closer to the city, family friendly and adventurer ready.

Once we pick you up at 8am, it’s off to the West Coast for some invigorating hikes and coastal exploration.

We will make a stop at the awe-inspiring Jurassic Grove. There, you can witness 1000-year-old Western Red Cedars, including 3.6m large trees!

On our way back down, we will see 2 more beautiful beaches, suited for your group's ability. We will stop at either Mystic Beach, Sandcut Beach or Muir Creek Beach.

All of them have beautiful sandstone features and you could also witness whales crossing the strait, sea lions, seals and otters cruising by the beach or basking in the sun, millions of year old fossils and waterfalls!

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
  • Private transportation

    Meeting and Pickup

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    We can pick up travellers in Victoria, BC or all the way into Sooke for this itinerary. If you have a pickup outside of this area, please get in touch with us so we can arrange a pickup or meet-up point.

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    Pacific Marine Road

    This beautiful road meanders through mountain passes, rivers and canyons. This is the road that will take us to our destination, and back home, but do not underestimates it's beauty and appeal. The drive is well worth it and features many beautiful quick stops.
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    3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Juan de Fuca Provincial Park

    Passing by the Juan de Fuca Trail, we will be entering Jurassic Grove. This magnificent grove of Ancient Trees is like stepping back in time 10,000 years, after the last glaciation. The Ancient Rainforest of this grove is truly magical, and nothing is comparable to the Old-Growth Cedar Groves of Vancouver Island. Here you can witness 1000 year old Cedar Trees in their grandeur, some reaching 90 meters/270 feet in height and over 3m/10ft in width. This is backcountry trail and your guide will take you through this hidden gem safely and provide you with this unique experience, as we are the only operator on the Island to explore this with visitors.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Shirley Delicious

    We will be grabbing lunch at this amazing cafe and enjoy a bit of downtime, bathroom break and wifi access between adventures. They also feature a small selection of books and souvenirs.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Sandcut Beach

    Sandcut Beach is a playground for people of all ages. From little tots to more experienced folks, this sand and pebble beach features a beautiful double header waterfall. Past the waterfall, the low tide can offer tide pools to explore with Mussels bigger than your hand and anemones covering the rocks. A giant driftlog makes for the perfect photo op, and the cascading waters, jutting off the cliff, are ideal for slipping behind for a glimpse and a gander behind the fall.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Muir Creek Beach

    This last stop is where we will be enjoying our lunch in the company of Harbour Seals, baking in the sun. While we eat our fare, the seals will be napping on the rocks off the beach and if we are lucky we might catch them at lunch hour as well. These seals (and sometimes Otters) enjoy the kelp forest and rocky shores where fish, eels and shellfish hide before becoming a snack. Marvel at a Bald Eagle's nest up in the trees and wait for their soft tune announcing their take off in the air for some soaring and fishing.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • If you are a solo traveler please call us at 1 514 797 6405 or email at talesontrails.vi@gmail.com to inquire about joining a group!
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the West Coast Wildlife Rainforest Waterfall and Beaches?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-407351P3

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    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • If you are a solo traveler please call us at 1 514 797 6405 or email at talesontrails.vi@gmail.com to inquire about joining a group!
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