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Pacific Rim Whale Festival

Each spring the entire North American population of Pacific Gray Whales migrates along the West Coast of Vancouver Island, B.C.

During the Pacific Rim Whale Festival, the hosting villages of Tofino and Ucluelet, along with the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve offer a wide range of events providing entertaining and educational activities for all.

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CoralWind Chamber Music Festival

The CoralWind Chamber Music Festival is in its inaugural year and will take place on August 8-10, 2008 in Ucluelet. We are flying in world class musicians from across Canada, the United States and Europe who will give four spectacular performances. Three concerts (Friday the 8th @ 8:00 p.m., Saturday the 9th @ 8:00 p.m., and Sunday the 10th at 2:00 p.m.) will be held at St. Aidan on the Hill in Ucluelet The fourth recital is at the home of Tom Petrowitz and Ann Turner on Saturday @ 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $30 per concert.

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edge to edge marathon (june)

A group of dedicated naturalists living and working on the waters of west coast Vancouver Island, British Columbia who conduct primary research and monitoring of various marine ecosystems in Clayoquot Sound in order to promote public interest and awareness of the marine environment.

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Pacific Rim National Park

The exposed open coast of the Pacific Coast Mountains make up the spectacular surroundings of Pacific Rim. This unique park is composed of three parts - Long Beach, the West Coast Trail and the Broken Group of Islands. Features include sand beaches, an island archipelago, old-growth coastal temperate rainforest, and significant archaeological sites. Extensive interpretive programs are available throughout the summer for exploration of this amazing marine and forest environment.

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Raincoast Educational Society

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Tofino's Annual Food and Wine Festival

Celebrating the marriage of food and wine....

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A R C H I P E L A G O .. N A T U R E .. C R U I S E
Treat yourself to a leisurely Barkley Sound nature cruise Step aboard our luxurious 53 foot motor yacht, the " Raincoast Maiden".

Depart daily from Ucluelet, BC on western Vancouver Island to enjoy abundant wildlife and magical scenery with a taste of luxury. Truly a nature cruise of a different nature!


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remote passages marine excursions

Remote Passages is committed to preserving the ecological value and timeless wonder of Clayoquot Sound by striving to help visitors appreciate the coastal environment through fun, educational outings. Their programs emphasize the many connections between forest and ocean ecosystems.

Whether watching whales, dipping into Hot Springs Cove or kayaking to a rainforest trail, people of all ages have enjoyed their excursions over the last 12 years.

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whale watching jamies

Jamie's Whaling Station, the pioneer Whale Watch, Bear Watch and Hot Springs Adventure company in Tofino B.C., operating since 1982, and in Ucluelet B.C. since 2000, are the the most experienced Whale Watchers on the West Coast. They now offer Bear Watching, Canoeing and Kayaking in addition to their Whale Watch and Hot Springs Adventure tours.

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Live To Surf - Surf and boogie board rentals

Tofino's first surfshop with Canada's largest rental selection. Established back in 1984. Bringing you the best in surfing, skating, and skimboarding, sales and rentals


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Long beach golf course

The Long Beach Golf Course, located in the Clayoquot Biosphere Reserve, is one of the most scenically situated golf courses in British Columbia, on the West Coast of Canada.

The course offers full services and facilities, and is host to a variety of local events in these flourishing communities on the wild and rugged coast of the Canadian wilderness.

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surf sister surf school

Surfing is fun, great exercise and can also be deeply relaxing. When you connect with your board on the ocean, there's a rush of adrenaline but also, a feeling of inner strength when everything is in balance. Surfers call it "tapping the source". You'll be amazed how surfing can unlock a new and revitalized energy. You'll never look at life quite the same way again. At Surf Sister, all of the enthusiastic instructors are qualified in Lifesaving, First Aid and CPR and meet all requirements as determined by the British Columbia Association of Surf Instructors. Pre-register for your lesson through Pacific Sands and all you gear will be delivered right to the Beachside Gazebo at Pacific Sands:

Two hour lesson starting at $75.00 per person includes all gear, taxes extra: Times vary throughout the season, contact us for more info; 1-800-565-2322. Participants must be over 12 years of age.

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Sacred Stone wellness studio

Offering a blissful array of international massage styles and bodywork based therapies. Restore balance to body, mind, and spirit.

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Clayoquot Ventures Guide Service 

Tofino's Fishing resource for guided Saltwater and Freshwater charter fishing excursions. Full Service Fly & Tackle shop with licences, bait and area fishing information.

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B.C. Ferries

One of the most popular and cost effective means of traveling to Vancouver Island.

Schedules include frequent, year-round sailings to some of the most fun, fascinating and often remote corners of the coast. The staff complement now exceeds 4500, and their commitment to customer safety and service has never been stronger.

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Vancouver Island & BC Road Reports

Find the latest reported conditions for highways in Southern British Columbia. You will be served with real time road and weather conditions from ICBC, Environment Canada and the British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Highways.

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weather report

Get up to the minute information about the weather in and around Tofino and your other Canadian destinations.

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long beach maps

A comprehensive site for Long Beach and a travel guide for Western Vancouver Island. Look here for lodging rates, National Park Trails information and more! Check out the View finder for some great photos!

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Tofino Bus

Tofino Bus Island Express
Tofino Bus offers daily scheduled bus service. We provide daily transportation to Tofino, Ucluelet and Port Alberni from Parksville, Nanaimo, Vancouver and Victoria.

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vancouver - tofino flights

Orca Airways
Scheduled flights serving Tofino/Vancouver.

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Trip Advisor Ratings

Reviews from past guest's on trip advisor.

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sound flights

Schedule Air Service from Renton Washington to Tofino.

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remax - tofino, linda pettinger


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remax - victoria, bill pettinger

In addition to information on many listings, you will find useful links to Real Estate related sites that provide access and information to thousands of MLS properties, while visiting PROPERTY.CA in beautiful Victoria, BC Canada.

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Vancouver Island commercial properties - Rick Pettinger, DTZ Barnickie Group


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Trak Canada
The Villas environmentally friendly, heating and cooling system.

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Bob Herger Photography
Long time guest and personal friend. Check out great West Coast & Surfing Galleries.

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breaker's deli

430 Campbell St. in the Campbell House

Awesome burritos
Wholewheat pizza
Gourmet Sandwiches
Salads & Desserts!
All Day Breakfasts
Breads & Spreads
Organic Specialty Coffees


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