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Vancouver Island is an unforgettable outdoor recreation vacation paradise, rife with natural splendor from the southern tip of Victoria to the northern most point of Cape Scott Provincial Park.
About Vancouver Island
 With an area of 32,134 square kilometers (12,408 square miles) and a population of over 700,000 despite many unpopulated areas, Vancouver Island is deceptively large and offers a variety of both exhilarating outdoor activities and tranquil, relaxation destinations - from an eco tour in Pacific Rim National Park to a romantic getaway at the Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Resort in Parksville.
Victoria is British Columbia’s capital city and is situated at the southern end of Vancouver Island – so far south in fact that it is below the 49th parallel. The beautiful Victoria coastline faces a panoramic view of the snow-capped Olympic mountain range in Washington and is the popular port destination for hundreds of cruise ships each year. You will find Victoria brimming with the culture of yesterday and today, from the historic Royal BC Museum, which features an impressive collection of native art and artifacts, to the lively markets dotting the streets and causeways with local artisans selling their wares.
Things to do on the Island
 The West Coast of Vancouver Island is most famous for its lush old growth rainforest and offers a number of different eco tours throughout the area. No visit to Vancouver Island is complete without seeing the impressive forests of Carmanah Valley, the vast network of hiking trails and climbing sites in Strathcona Park and the roaring surf paradise of Tofino. While in Tofino, enjoy some of the most spectacular kayaking in the world as you paddle with grey whales and orcas in the open ocean, or indulge in world class accommodation and cuisine at the Wickaninnish Inn with crashing coastal waves as your backdrop.
Travel Canada to its most western point and you will not be disappointed. Birdwatching, whalewatching, peoplewatching; hiking, skiing, surfing - home to some of the most impressive natural scenery, wildlife, coastlines and culture this country has to offer, Vancouver Island will have you coming back time and again.
For additional details about planning an outdoor recreation vacation or a romantic getaway on Vancouver Island, as well as for information about accommodations, eco tours and other tourist attractions, let BC Travel Guide be your guide!
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