Tag: Vancouver Island

Snorkeling with Salmon in Campbell River, British Colombia

After my wonderful day with the Grizzly Bears in Bute Inlet, there was one last adventure in Campbell river… Snorkeling with Salmon.  I left my parents at the hotel and I went to the office of Destiny River Adventure Tours.  I was fitted with a wet suit, hood, booties, and gloves as well as mask …

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Campbell River Grizzly Bear Tours (a North American Safari)

My #1 highlight of visiting Vancouver Island was the Campbell River Grizzly Bear Tours with Discovery Marine Safaris.  This trip is only possible in September – October each year and it truly is a North American Safari. Campbell River Rotary Sea Walk Our tour this day wasn’t leaving until noon so my mom and I …

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Best Time to Visit Butchart Gardens

When is the best time to visit Butchart Gardens? Each season has it’s pros and cons, and different flowers blooming at this world class garden. What time of day is best to visit Butchart Gardens? I particularly like the afternoon light, which is great for photography. I also like visiting the gardens at night as …

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