VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC, CANADA | 10 INCREDIBLE places to visit on Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island combines large forests, rugged landscapes, rocky mountain peaks, and mysterious coastlines. After living in this beautiful place for a combined 10 years, we’ll break down the 10 MOST INCREDIBLE places you have to visit on Vancouver Island (footage accumulated over the years):
10. Cameron Lake & Cathedral Grove
These are located near each other in central Vancouver Island, sitting between Parksville and Port Alberni. Cameron lake is a tranquil spot on the island with many other natural attractions in the area. Witness the old-growth giant trees at Cathedral Grove and more.
9. Goldstream Provincial Park
Located right outside of Victoria, Goldstream Provincial Park is a great spot for hiking, camping and connecting with nature. Explore the beautiful “Niagara” waterfall or do a challenging hike to the neighboring peak of Mount Finlayson.
❗NOTE: Goldstream Trestle has now been CLOSED to the public
8. Victoria
Sitting on the southern end, Victoria is the most popular and accessible destination on Vancouver Island. Within a 20-minute driving radius of the city, there are tons of things to do in Victoria. You can choose to explore the British colonial Downtown on foot, take a tour to the magnificent Butchart Gardens, see the stunning Hatley Castle, or explore the wildlife on a whale watching tour.
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7. Port Renfrew
The fishing village of Port Renfrew is another place you cannot miss on Vancouver Island! Also called "Wild Renfrew", this area is known for its ancient rainforest, world-class hiking trails, and its stunning beaches.
6. Cowichan Valley
Cowichan Valley is another unique place to visit on Vancouver Island. Activities to enjoy here include hiking or biking Mount Tzouhalem, sipping wine at one of the idyllic vineyards, exploring the largest totem pole collection in Duncan, and seeing the sea lions in Cowichan Bay.
5. Lake Cowichan
Lake Cowichan is another amazing travel destination worth mentioning on its own. This freshwater lake is about 30 km or 18.6mi long and sits to the west of Duncan, in the Cowichan Valley.
4. Shawnigan Lake
Located about 40km north of Victoria at the southern edge of the Cowichan Valley, Shawnigan Lake is a popular place to vacation. The lake is 7km long and great for fishing, swimming, and sunbathing in the summer. But what we like the most in this area is hiking.
❗NOTE: The Quarry has now been CLOSED to the public
3. Sombrio & Mystic Beach
Mystic Beach has a beautiful waterfall that Cascades into the ocean, whereas Sombrio Beach has the best vibe for beach camping. Sombrio is a popular weekend getaway with friends or family during the summer and also offers some hidden waterfalls of its own.
2. Tofino & Ucluelet
Tofino and Ucluelet are both great destinations to get away and relax in nature on Vancouver Island! There is amazing hiking and surfing, and you will find the sandiest beaches on the island here! Our top pick of beaches include Cox Bay, Mackenzie Beach, Chesterman Beach, Long Beach, and Wickaninnish.
1. Strathcona Provincial Park
Located in the heart of the island, Strathcona Provincial Park has the purest nature, richest wildlife and most breathtaking scenery on all of Vancouver Island. Our top picks in the park include Landslide Lake, Myra Falls, and Cream Lake.
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🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:30 Cameron Lake & Cathedral Grove
2:02 Goldstream
2:41 Victoria
3:51 Port Renfrew
4:37 Cowichan Valley
5:22 Lake Cowichan
6:19 Shawnigan Lake
7:06 Sombrio & Mystic Beach
7:56 Tofino & Ucluelet
9:01 Strathcona Park
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  • @worldwildhearts
    @worldwildhearts Жыл бұрын

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  • @Dan-nt2yb
    @Dan-nt2yb2 жыл бұрын

    I’m a proud resident of Victoria and must say that Vancouver Island is the greatest place on earth for hiking, camping, exploring and of course…raising a family. I feel blessed.❤️👍🏾

  • @EllyshaGarand

    @EllyshaGarand

    2 жыл бұрын

    Way to many Karen’s in Victoria

  • @MrSketchyCharacter

    @MrSketchyCharacter

    Жыл бұрын

    Yup, I can verify this. Living on this Pacific island is amazing.

  • @andrewliang4112

    @andrewliang4112

    Жыл бұрын

    @@EllyshaGarand agree lots of Karen’s if your in Sidney

  • @sethother8012

    @sethother8012

    Жыл бұрын

    Good for swimming, but not hiking. The cougars might get ya.

  • @Dan-nt2yb

    @Dan-nt2yb

    Жыл бұрын

    @@sethother8012 …I’m 60. Ain’t no cougars after me anymore.😢

  • @bchighlander1964
    @bchighlander1964 Жыл бұрын

    As a local I have to say this is one of the best videos I’ve seen to show off our beautiful island. Thank you. And there’s so many secret spots here it’s amazing.

  • @GeorgesMiniatureCars
    @GeorgesMiniatureCars2 жыл бұрын

    I was born in Edmonton Alberta, moved to North Bay Ontario then to the west coast of Canada, and Vancouver Island. The best place to live in Canada!!! LOVE it here!!☺️👍✌️

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah the west coast of Canada is pretty!! We also like it a lot more than the east

  • @GenerationX-WingPodcast
    @GenerationX-WingPodcast2 жыл бұрын

    3 places I would add to the list (being from the island): 1. Parksville (beaches and family fun) 2. The murals of Chemanus (as a quick pit stop) 3. Coombs for the fun tourist traps and goats on a roof Less natural than what you offered, but still fun for the family.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice places to add and definitely great for the family 😊

  • @Whateva67

    @Whateva67

    Жыл бұрын

    I used to live in the house that’s the restaurant in the market,we moved in 1972 when I was five. They started to build the market I think within a year of us moving out. I still go there with my wife once in a while and I can still remember things about living there 50 freakin years ago 😆

  • @chess.openings

    @chess.openings

    Жыл бұрын

    Add Myra Falls to the list. A little off the beaten path, but everyone can visit.

  • @lindsayhengehold5341
    @lindsayhengehold53412 жыл бұрын

    Love Vancouver Island!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    😍

  • @naturesweety
    @naturesweety Жыл бұрын

    I've lived here on the island for most of my life. Couldn't ask for a better place to live in Canada.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome!

  • @luissoriano7600
    @luissoriano76002 жыл бұрын

    No cabe duda,es un paraíso de verdad.

  • @sarahrobertson3936
    @sarahrobertson39362 жыл бұрын

    Great video but it only scratches the surface of Vancouver Island. You didn't get as far north as Nanaimo, nevermind the north island! No matter where you go on the island, you'll win!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    We do mention at the end that there are other beautiful places like Cape Scott and Port Hardy in the north. It’s hard to include that in a video when we don’t have that footage :) but of course there are many more places to see and to make a video with every place would be an hour long!

  • @neuralismgamingtv4511

    @neuralismgamingtv4511

    Жыл бұрын

    You spelled to 'lose' wrong, or maybe you meant to say 'sacrifice'.

  • @annieo9468

    @annieo9468

    25 күн бұрын

    Cathedral Grove, Cameron Lake, Tofino, Ucluelet, Parksville, Port Alberni, Horne Lake, Strathcona Park, all north of Nanaimo.

  • @MrSketchyCharacter
    @MrSketchyCharacter Жыл бұрын

    I never get tired of coming home to this wonderful island. If you get the chance, you should come visit.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Zac lived there for 10 years!

  • @cathylaycock5598
    @cathylaycock5598 Жыл бұрын

    I live in Victoria. Born and raised here. Thank you for showing our beautiful island! I’m seeing areas I’ve never been to myself! 😊❤️🇨🇦

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! We used to live in Victoria for a long time. Being all the way south makes it sometimes hard to travel up north!

  • @billfarley9167

    @billfarley9167

    2 ай бұрын

    So you think Victoria is the centre of the universe? Now you know why northern residents of the Island do not like people from the southern part.

  • @vancouverisle
    @vancouverisle Жыл бұрын

    The editing and filming in this video are absolutely stunning. You've done an exceptional job taking us on a journey through the beautiful landscapes of Vancouver Island. Thank you so much for sharing, and keep up the fantastic work!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the kind words ☺️

  • @kathykay8633
    @kathykay8633 Жыл бұрын

    While South Island is beautiful the north island is not to be missed. Three hours from Victoria by road you can find many amazing Sandy beaches in Comox Valley to explore Campbell River, not to forget Gold River, Port Hardy and Cape Scott. Vancouver Island is just plain amazing from the southern coast tip to the northern tip.

  • @susantrayler1338
    @susantrayler1338 Жыл бұрын

    This could be renamed the top 10 places to visit in Southern Vancouver Island.

  • @daveschaefer8957
    @daveschaefer89572 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos. Shows me places that I explored in the 70's, 80's and 90's. Definitely recommend that you explore the north end of the Island more. We sailed around the Island annually in the 80's and access from the water to much of the north Island opens up some truly amazing places. Keep up the great work showing these places. Love experiencing them again.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! And gotcha, we definitely want to explore more of the north ☺️

  • @inez745
    @inez745 Жыл бұрын

    Moving to Vancouver Island this summer, I am so excited!

  • @duster15670
    @duster15670 Жыл бұрын

    I live in the UK and I so love Canada especially British Colombia area but love to see it all as i stayed in Toronto for 4 nights in 2009 and then 4 nights in countryside place near Peterborough and just fell in love and been trying to get back since and i would just up & live there if i got chance but I would also love to do sleeper train in prestige....Every-time I see Canada i just feel that's where my heart is and that's where my home is!!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    ☺️🙏

  • @colette6984
    @colette6984 Жыл бұрын

    The sea mountain views in one glance are the best here. Love the mountains!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    We love them too!

  • @Ukie88
    @Ukie88 Жыл бұрын

    So grateful to have lived here over the last 40 years and to have raised our children here. We go to other places in the world and when we return, we say why did we leave.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Vancouver Island is the best! You picked a great spot to live 👍

  • @victoriabuzz8698
    @victoriabuzz86982 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! We'll definitely have to check out some of these places!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely! So many hidden gems on Vancouver island 😊

  • @KyleTaylorDesigns
    @KyleTaylorDesigns2 жыл бұрын

    Elk Falls north of Campbell River is nice, Horne Lake Caves are good for rock climbing and cave discovery, the view from the summit of Mt Benson is great, and of course there's a dozen natural hot springs hidden across both the main Van Island and some of the surrounding ones.

  • @PhotoCameraTech
    @PhotoCameraTech Жыл бұрын

    We stayed near Duncan in 2021, and really loved the island. There is so much nature and the costal towns have a good vibe. Wish we could have stayed longer. Fun taking the ferry there too!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Glad you had a good time :) Vancouver Island is a special place

  • @rowan4573
    @rowan45732 жыл бұрын

    Vancouver Island Native Here: Add Sprout Lake to this list, not long past Cameron Lake, closer to Port Alberni Plus on your way through Parksville you have to stop at Coombs Market and see the Goats on the Roof! Happy Travels!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment!!! We haven’t been to sprout lake but the goats we’ve spotted a few times when passing by! Great places ☺️

  • @fattymcbastard6536

    @fattymcbastard6536

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's SPROAT Lake.

  • @rowan4573

    @rowan4573

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@fattymcbastard6536 My bad, but I'm sure they still knew what I meant :)

  • @foxymacadoo

    @foxymacadoo

    Жыл бұрын

    I use to live on Port Alberni. Beautiful in the spring and Fall. Really Hot in the Summer though. Lots of Port Alberni residents go to Sproat Lake or Paper Mill Dam to swim to cool off. Many places you can enjoy around Sproat Lake since you can also drive around it. Lots of other lakes and rivers to hike, camp, swim and fish around Sproat Lake and Great Central Lake, which has Della Falls at the far end. 16th Highest Water fall in Canada, second highest on Vancouver Island. Only downfall is that you have to boat or helicopter to the far end of Great Central Lake then hike the rest of the way. Sproat Lake is also home to the World Famous Mars Water Bombers and Petroglyphs a easy walk from Sproat Lake Provincial Park

  • @scallywags12
    @scallywags12 Жыл бұрын

    Many places more to explore on northern Vancouver Island. The hike to Vanishing river. Nimkish lake for kite sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, caves, fishing. Hike into Huston caves south of Nimpkish lake.

  • @danil6408
    @danil64083 ай бұрын

    great content! simple yet so informative. thanks for sharing these amazing places in Vancouver Island! can't wait to explore them!

  • @wengisnothere
    @wengisnothere10 ай бұрын

    Awesome scenery. Thanks for sharing this video

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😁

  • @mikeandroi2698
    @mikeandroi26982 жыл бұрын

    Vancouver island is also the sport fishing capital of Canada. Salmon, Halibut, lingcod crab and shrimp!

  • @moseytransport7253

    @moseytransport7253

    Жыл бұрын

    Shrimp? You mean Prawns. Best in the world. eg, 85% of Seafood, served in Las Vegas, is from BC

  • @Dctrue76
    @Dctrue767 ай бұрын

    Very well made video, thanks!

  • @gcprost
    @gcprost2 жыл бұрын

    I love the island. I have spent a lot of time there over the years. I think this video would have worked well as a south to North list as compared to a top ten. I would also have mentioned the incredible street food and restaurants in Tofino.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah it’s not in a particular order but just the places we really enjoyed on Vancouver island!

  • @daniellebell6473
    @daniellebell6473 Жыл бұрын

    Love, love, love this amazing. video. Thank you for capturing the beauty of my home.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @WorldTrotterHereandBeyond
    @WorldTrotterHereandBeyond Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the guide.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @sonya11328
    @sonya113287 ай бұрын

    Lovely 😻

  • @Railfan513
    @Railfan51310 ай бұрын

    Great video thanks for covering these places of my home island 🏝️🇨🇦

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😁

  • 2 жыл бұрын

    What a nice and complete video. It’s inspiring me in my next travel.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!! Glad it’s inspiring 😇

  • @hannaheric634
    @hannaheric6344 ай бұрын

    Thanks your sharing. Strachonan looks like the Alps in Europe or Banff. Stunning to say the least!

  • @derrickkunstmann3699
    @derrickkunstmann36992 жыл бұрын

    Great video, only thing I'd add is Vancouver Island is one of the best cold water scuba diving locations on the planet! Its on Jaccque Cousteau's top 10 overall best diving locations worldwide. In Nanoose bay there are endless sea lions/octopus and eels. Port hardy has massive walls of soft coral reefs. I'm an instructor at Nanaimo Dive outfitters and we or any other dive shop on the island would love to have you I'm sure!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and thanks for the tip!! we actually got our scuba diving PADI certificate this year in Egypt. Didn’t know that Vancouver island was so known for it but would love to explore the underwater world there someday ☺️

  • @maraandrus6278
    @maraandrus62782 жыл бұрын

    Awesome summary! Thanks

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching 😊

  • @emranhossen8124

    @emranhossen8124

    2 жыл бұрын

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  • @goldenthang
    @goldenthang2 жыл бұрын

    Amazing mate.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 😎

  • @misskaren2275
    @misskaren2275 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video, I have been to all of the places you have showed as an experienced hiker. :) Please do tell people as you do these videos to LEAVE NO TRACE! As these types of videos make there way around, more and more people (inexperienced and experienced) are making their way to these destinations and leaving behind their garbage. Mystic beach lately. I found someone's Tim's cup buried in the tree roots on the way down to the beach. There are No garbage cans on a lot of these remote hikes, so please encourage your followers to take what they take in...Out! Do not leave your garbage for others to pick up~ Thank you! Happy Travelling! :)

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re absolutely right and noted 👍

  • @jimdevlin4949

    @jimdevlin4949

    Жыл бұрын

    The rule is if you bring it take it home, if you find it leave it!

  • @shellypennie752
    @shellypennie7522 жыл бұрын

    Island gal here , born & raised #loveit 🥰 ✌🏼

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s awesome! We used to live in Victoria

  • @sea_to_sky_outdoors3842
    @sea_to_sky_outdoors38422 жыл бұрын

    In the cover photo, I’ve been to the top of that exact mountain top on cox bay tofino, a month ago, with a friend and it was incredible!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice! We love that view! It’s amazing and a great place to watch the sunset

  • @brandonpeniuk
    @brandonpeniuk2 жыл бұрын

    Hey great vid so far. I have been to shawnigan lake before. I went wake boarding. It was so much fun.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cool! There are always many boats out on the land during the summer! 😁

  • @Cruzwinquist
    @Cruzwinquist11 ай бұрын

    I live right across the street from Gunsallus beach so when you brought it up, I literally shook

  • @bennysworld16
    @bennysworld162 жыл бұрын

    Wow so Amazing video, thanks for sharing❤️

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! :)

  • @emranhossen8124

    @emranhossen8124

    2 жыл бұрын

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  • @oksanapoberezhnyk2615
    @oksanapoberezhnyk26152 жыл бұрын

    I live here. Fantastic video!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great place to live! 😇

  • @stardust4987
    @stardust4987 Жыл бұрын

    My Island, ❤

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Great place to live 😉

  • @sandiatleo6761
    @sandiatleo6761 Жыл бұрын

    Yes come to Port Alberni , and not just for the Hole in the Wall. So many things in my town like McCain mill. Sproat Lake.

  • @peterdavidson3749
    @peterdavidson3749 Жыл бұрын

    Glad they didn’t mention my favourite places….. let’s just keep quiet on those.

  • @christophers796
    @christophers796Ай бұрын

    Victoria BC Is luxurious and relaxing

  • @stefandee1970
    @stefandee1970 Жыл бұрын

    After montreal its the best part of canada. Love victoria and nanaimo

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Victoria was so peaceful to live in!

  • @jeffwisemiller3590
    @jeffwisemiller35902 жыл бұрын

    Over 50+ years here & been to places that don't even exist anymore. Roads, rails & towns that have vanished over the years. I remember the last train on the Galloping Goose Trail when it was still a rail line.

  • @mikegrew7446

    @mikegrew7446

    2 жыл бұрын

    and now it's a great bike trail

  • @davemacmurchie6982

    @davemacmurchie6982

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mikegrew7446 Yes, good point: a variety of cycling opportunies ranging from managed infrastructure in Victoria to gnarly trails in the hills

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Must have been so different with the rail line still in use!!

  • @jeffwisemiller3590

    @jeffwisemiller3590

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@worldwildhearts The last trains to run on that track went from the (non-existent) 6 mile cafe up to Helmlecken & back. Steam train for tourists past the totem poles at the Gorge.

  • @limalimalimalima
    @limalimalimalima2 жыл бұрын

    awesome 🤙🏻

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks ☺️

  • @angelaphipps6463
    @angelaphipps64632 жыл бұрын

    One of my sisters lives in Victoria. It's so beautiful there.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes it is 😍

  • @CanadianOutdoorsBc
    @CanadianOutdoorsBc Жыл бұрын

    New subscriber from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 Great video. Thanks

  • @ErmiaAghaie
    @ErmiaAghaie3 ай бұрын

    😍😍😍 this is pretty

  • @virgil3241
    @virgil32412 жыл бұрын

    Good info, going there this summer for our 25th wedding anniversary. Msut be nice to do this for a living, looks great

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Have an amazing time! Congrats! 😄

  • @23draft7
    @23draft7 Жыл бұрын

    Good video. Very good 👍 picture. Missed more than half the island. West coast trail, (fee these days) is fantastic. Sproat Lake is again, fantastic swimming, water skiing etc. Could easily be a 40 min vid. Cape Scott is a great hike. Holberg and area is great scenery enroute. Best part of Vancouver Island is North of Duncan all the way to Cape Scott. Port Alice where the side of the mountain came down and wiped out some of the town. Been to most places over the last 50+ years on the island. If you travel this island and like being out doors, it will give you some excellent memories. Whatever you enjoy, chances are it's here on this island. (ferry to get here with vehicle is around $180.00 return, walk on is approximately $20.00 each way per person, not sure if still available but seniors can ride free Monday thru Thursday). Enjoy.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    So much more to see on Vancouver Island! Thanks for the extra tips!

  • @Rumavain
    @RumavainАй бұрын

    I was hoping some more of Northern Vancouver Island would be on the list. Port Hardy got an Honorable Mention. Maybe we all need a longer video. Port Alice though it is smaller is worth a visit. Alert Bay, All of the places listed was basically southern tip of the island.

  • @taralagos6622
    @taralagos6622 Жыл бұрын

    campbell river also has beautiful beaches!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Agreed! 👍

  • @lukesmith8547
    @lukesmith8547 Жыл бұрын

    I have been to long Beach it is nice there I would like to explore more of the island

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    So much more to explore! ☺️

  • @user-bs6vx5ji5n
    @user-bs6vx5ji5n5 ай бұрын

    Ilove the Islland ,I thinks triste video❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @user-ci2ex8ph1q
    @user-ci2ex8ph1q Жыл бұрын

    Hi guys we’re coming to visit this wonderful island in September, what would be your best whale watching trip to go on?? Thanks for all your advice 😊

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes Victoria downtown is best for whale watching tours. We like the boats that are a bit more closed rather than the open zodiac. That’s because the sea gets pretty cold and windy!

  • @ldangerb7962
    @ldangerb79622 жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad I live on the island. 😊 I’m from a very different island (Newfoundland) but I like this one more 😛 don’t tell my family!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hahaha thanks for watching and we won’t tell 😜 we’ve never been to Newfoundland but have some friends who live on Vancouver island who are from there!!

  • @ldangerb7962

    @ldangerb7962

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@worldwildhearts Lots of East coasters out here!

  • @mikegrew7446
    @mikegrew74462 жыл бұрын

    You could add Rathtrevor Beach to your list. Thanks. Great video

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Another good one! Heard the camping is great there

  • @philipdebacker3224
    @philipdebacker32242 ай бұрын

    A lot of tips to visit the island. we will be visiting in september 24, from Belgium. greetings, Philip & Martine

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 ай бұрын

    Enjoy!

  • @nemo6900
    @nemo6900 Жыл бұрын

    I live here 😁 and its the most awesome place to be 😁

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Great place indeed 😄

  • @AntoonJonckers
    @AntoonJonckers8 ай бұрын

    Mooi deze film genieten.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    8 ай бұрын

    Dankje! ☺️

  • @actionjackson9554
    @actionjackson955414 күн бұрын

    I live here in parksville. Best retirement home

  • @maccaloube
    @maccaloube2 жыл бұрын

    You need to make a video about Haida Gwaii

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Noted 😉

  • @elkhankhamzin9346
    @elkhankhamzin934610 ай бұрын

    My dream

  • @AlexMcDougallPhotography
    @AlexMcDougallPhotography3 күн бұрын

    Hi excellent and informative video thank you, can you day trip the island from vancouver?

  • @mrsktsoelloco4261
    @mrsktsoelloco4261 Жыл бұрын

    Kingzette Lake aka The Quarry is no longer open to the public as to many people leave their trash behind and someone died there 2 years ago.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Good to know. Thank you for this information. Very sad to hear about a death the Quarry. We have updated the description of the video with this new information about closures.

  • @Ray-gf9su
    @Ray-gf9su Жыл бұрын

    If you ever get the chance San Josef Bay and Cape Scott, along with Winter Harbour on the north end of the island are worth visiting as well!

  • @Ray-gf9su

    @Ray-gf9su

    Жыл бұрын

    I lived in Holberg for 9 years back in the 60’s and 70’s and it is still a favorite area to visit.

  • @shirleyjcwealthteam5331
    @shirleyjcwealthteam5331 Жыл бұрын

    I'm from Victoria...and moved now to Saint John, New Brunswick :-)

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow that's a long way from home! Enjoy there!

  • @squamishfish
    @squamishfish2 жыл бұрын

    Wow fantastic , most people just show Victoria the tourist spots , there is so much just around greater Victoria, Try East Sooke park next time, a

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes East Sooke is also great! Hiked there a few times

  • @jodlen49
    @jodlen492 жыл бұрын

    Grew up on Beautiful Vancouver Island in the 70s - has changed alot - too many people

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    I can imagine! Population in general has grown so much though… had almost doubled in Canada over those years!

  • @christal9093

    @christal9093

    2 жыл бұрын

    I agree, I've lived in Langford my whole life here and its horrible now, too many people and all condos😭 But our island is a beautiful place to be

  • @theresewheeler1498
    @theresewheeler1498 Жыл бұрын

    Wow it’s so beautiful ?? Do they have campgrounds?

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes of course! Many of the places have multiple campgrounds

  • @lornadanylchuk3692
    @lornadanylchuk3692 Жыл бұрын

    surprised that you missed the Sooke Pot holes in Sooke with great swimming holes and amazing diving caves

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    We’ve been multiple times to relax and swim! It’s a great place but we narrowed our top down and it didn’t make the list

  • @brodysouter4004
    @brodysouter40042 жыл бұрын

    I live in Cowichan bay been to Afrew of these places

  • @user-yw5cb4zq9t
    @user-yw5cb4zq9t11 ай бұрын

    Beautiful! Are there bears where you hiked?

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    11 ай бұрын

    We never ran into any bears on Vancouver Island (except from one that we saw on the road). Of course there's always a chance but not as common like in the Canadian Rockies or Whistler area

  • @lauras3612
    @lauras3612 Жыл бұрын

    More cool things: Tofino plane crash site (don't worry, the crew survived), Milner Gardens in Qualicum Beach, the seaside drive starting from Parksville through Fanny Bay/Union Bay and beyond, Paradise mini golf in Parksville plus the beach there is gorgeous and water is warm, Harbour Quay Port Alberni as well as the take the MV Francis Barclay boat to Bamfield seeing many humpback whales along the way, Fisherman's wharf in Victoria plus many other wharves, Newcastle Island, Protection Island Ferry to Dinghy dock pub (pirate themed), hop on a B.C. ferry and bike around one of the many surrounding islands. Yes, agreed, Cameron Lake IS incredible.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the extra info! Always wanted to visit the plane crash but the mud was too crazy when we visited!

  • @lauras3612

    @lauras3612

    Жыл бұрын

    @@worldwildhearts There's a boardwalk now. It's easily accessible all the way there.

  • @tripleg1686
    @tripleg16862 жыл бұрын

    Parksville by the sea resident.

  • @sandra_outdoors
    @sandra_outdoors Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful video, Do you use a camera, go pro or phone when filming?

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    A mix of all 3 lol!!

  • @Ray-gf9su
    @Ray-gf9su Жыл бұрын

    What a great video, unfortunately you forgot Della Falls outside of Port Alberni, as well as the cruise to Banfield!

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! we'll remeber that for part 2 ;)

  • @abadabababadaba4774
    @abadabababadaba47742 жыл бұрын

    You don't want to come to Vancouver Island. Too rainy. Barely any sun. Traffic is horrible and dangerous.

  • @davemacmurchie6982

    @davemacmurchie6982

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice effort, but they'll come anyway.

  • @ethan4809

    @ethan4809

    2 жыл бұрын

    agreed

  • @calicocookietv7994
    @calicocookietv7994 Жыл бұрын

    Okay, Canada is way prettier than I thought. I wanna visit here

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    The nature there is unmatched!

  • @Naser_Gharbeen
    @Naser_Gharbeen Жыл бұрын

    Nice video , can i see a snow in Strathcona lake in august ?

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    In August the lakes are thawed, but you can see amazing colours!

  • @C_Masi
    @C_Masi Жыл бұрын

    "Known for its mild climate... compared to the rest of Canada" lol😂 🇨🇦 🍁

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha Canada is cold! 🥶

  • @booyakastubbs
    @booyakastubbs2 жыл бұрын

    How the heck do you make it to cream lake? Are there trails leading to it? I've lived on the island for a year now and am still finding gems like these. Awesome video

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cream lake is a gem!! You can hike there actually. We did it as a day hike but it’s a long one! We have a video all about the hike if you’re looking for a trail overview: kzread.info/dash/bejne/c2ZkvJOBfqu2hM4.html

  • @fattymcbastard6536

    @fattymcbastard6536

    2 жыл бұрын

    Take the Buttle Lake road off of Hwy 28. Drive all the way down to the south end of the lake. As the road rounds the toe of the lake, it crosses the creek. Take a left immediately after crossing the bridge. 6.8 km of dirt road with steep washboard sections later, you'll arrive at a parking area for the trailhead to Bedwell Lake. This is one of the three "core areas" of the park, and you're required to pay a fee per night you stay in these areas. There are envelopes with receipts and a cash vault at the trailhead. You'll reach Baby Bedwell lake in 2 - 2.5 hours, and there are some tent pads (8, I think). The hike to Bedwell lake from Baby Bedwell is another 45 minutes or so, and there's about 20 tent pads. Cream Lake is another 7 km from Bedwell, but camping is not permitted there. There are a couple of paths leading away from Bedwell, one leading to the west coast, and the one you want, leading uphill toward Big Interior mountain. You run into a creek, and follow it to Little Jim lake. Beyond that, you might want binoculars to take advantage of the distant view of Della Falls (Canada's highest). Don't get sucked down into the valley toward the falls. Just keep left, and maintain elevation, and before you know it, you'll be overlooking Cream Lake.

  • @jeffwisemiller3590

    @jeffwisemiller3590

    2 жыл бұрын

    Head toward Gold River & go to the top of Buttle Lake. From there the trial head goes South from the parking lot. If you stop at Strathcona Park Lodge, there are maps available for most of the trails in the park. P.S. Bring bug dope, you'll need it.

  • @DeerheartStudioArts
    @DeerheartStudioArts2 жыл бұрын

    I live outside of Duncan and was a bit confused with some of your island footage with north not at the top.

  • @nilspalmer7407
    @nilspalmer7407 Жыл бұрын

    Epic video and good spots! By any chance do u guys know how the drone regilations are in canada, especially for foreigners? When i travel canada i REALLLLY NEED TO fly some of those spots. Especially that hole in the rock in the beginning of zhe video would be amazing with my fpv drone.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Actually flying a drone in Canada is tough as there are many strict rules and regulations. None of the parks allow you to fly it. We had a Canada permit for our drone as we lived there and it was required. Not sure whether that’s the same for foreigners. You can check some more up-to-date info here: tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety/learn-rules-you-fly-your-drone/flying-your-drone-safely-legally

  • @Jalopymedia
    @Jalopymedia Жыл бұрын

    Shout out comox valley. Been on Vancouver island for 30 years.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    awesome! you're so close to the beautiful Strathcona!

  • @kelseahamilton9160
    @kelseahamilton91602 жыл бұрын

    Great video! I’ve lived on Vancouver island all my life. There are a couple places on this list though that are not open to the public any longer. First is the trestle bridge in Goldstream. It’s been fenced off and closed for awhile due to an unfortunate incident. The second is The Quarry in Shawnigan Lake where I live. The Quarry sits on private owned land. Due to an unfortunate incident there the property owners are no longer allowed to give public access. There are multiple signs and gates now as well as active security persons and RCMP who will ticket you for trespassing.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info!! We lived on Vancouver Island until the end of 2020 (that’s when we started travelling!) and went to those places multiple times over the years. I’ll update this in the description! 😊

  • @kelseahamilton9160

    @kelseahamilton9160

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@worldwildhearts thanks!

  • @annasimon7077
    @annasimon7077 Жыл бұрын

    Great videos guys! I am actually considering moving to Victoria but I am freaked out that you may encounter a puma or a bear hiking in those beautiful parks and trials.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    In the 10 years that Zac lived there and the 2 years I did, we never encountered a bear or puma on the trails! We once saw a bear in Strathcona Park but only because we heard about it and he was next to the road

  • @derrickharvey295

    @derrickharvey295

    Жыл бұрын

    @@worldwildhearts there are NO pumas in Canada.....we have mountain lions. or cougars...slight difference....and yes, they are around....saw one about 3 weeks ago on the inland island highway.....but he was busy and on his way home....

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    According to BBC wildlife: “'Puma' is generally used to refer to Latin American cats, while 'cougar' is a North American term, but the distinction is unclear. So you might find yourself talking about mountain lions, cougars, pumas, Florida panthers, catamounts or even léons - but remember: they're all the same cool cat.”

  • @cleanpowerelectric
    @cleanpowerelectric Жыл бұрын

    You mainlanders can keep the south and central island areas and leave the far more beautiful north island to us locals. 😃

  • @staytunedentertainment6489
    @staytunedentertainment648910 ай бұрын

    I live in Cedar I did live in Port Renfrew 5 years back for only 11 months I worked at the Trailhead Resort

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    10 ай бұрын

    That's awesome! small town!

  • @ant-1382
    @ant-1382 Жыл бұрын

    Your forgetting much of the north island, only a brief mention of Port Hardy. Fabulous country pristine lakes; Woss lake, Nimpkish Lake, Alice Lake. Camping, excellent fishing, and very few people.

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Definitely not an exhaustive list! The north is harder to reach for most, including us when we lived in Victoria!

  • @ant-1382

    @ant-1382

    Жыл бұрын

    @@worldwildhearts actually the highway from Campbell River north is really very good. Carefull if you ever want to try it though, folks drive like they are insane, and that includes logging trucks.

  • @lauras3612

    @lauras3612

    Жыл бұрын

    plus a great area to drive if you want to see bears

  • @brianwalker5843
    @brianwalker5843 Жыл бұрын

    You forgot to mention Parksville, beautiful beach with warm ocean water. If your an RVer Pacific Palms RV resort is a beautiful new resort right off the boardwalk and walking distance to downtowns amenities

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes we’ve been a couple of times! Didn’t make it to the list this time but great place indeed 😄

  • @cencsc9403
    @cencsc94032 жыл бұрын

    what device do you use to record videos when travlling?

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    2 жыл бұрын

    We use a GoPro hero 10 and canon Eos 80d camera! Some of this footage was older so we had older versions of both cameras

  • @speed-stick
    @speed-stick Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video! Can you please share how you got to "Monas Island"? (8:53)

  • @worldwildhearts

    @worldwildhearts

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! ☺️ we kayaked to the island! There are many little islands you can kayak to!

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