3- Day Tofino Adventure Tour
Explore the Wild West Coast of Vancouver Island! Surf, hike, and unwind with friends on this unforgettable Pacific adventure.
May 15, 2026
Overview
Get ready for a true West Coast experience on our 3-day Tofino Adventure Tour! This student-favourite trip combines breathtaking nature, beach bonfires, and optional outdoor adventures like surfing and whale watching.
Explore charming towns like Ucluelet and Tofino, hike coastal trails, and stand among the towering trees of Cathedral Grove. With two nights at a cozy lodge, daily breakfast, and a group dinner included, it’s the perfect balance of activity and relaxation. A bonfire with marshmallows and games on the beach makes it an experience you won’t forget!
Included
- Transportation
- Experienced, friendly and fun tour guide
- Enroute entertainment, games and prizes
- 2 nights hotel accommodation based on 4-6 students per room
- 2 Breakfasts and 1 group dinner
- Park fees
- All taxes
Highlights
More information
Deadline to book: April 9, 2025
Day 1: Coquitlam to Ucluelet
7:00 am – Meet at London Drugs (Coquitlam Centre Mall, 2929 Barnet Hwy Suite 1030, Coquitlam, BC V3B 5R5) and check in with the DCSA guide
- Ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay in Nanaimo
- Visit Coombs – take a photo of goats on the roof (weather permitting)
- Trail walk around Little Qualicum Falls – admire waterfalls in a lush forest setting
- Drive through Cathedral Grove to see ancient giant cedar trees
- Hike the Wild Pacific Trail in Ucluelet
- Check into Canadian Princess Lodge
- Group dinner (included)
- Bonfire and marshmallow roast on the beach near the hotel (weather permitting)
Day 2: Tofino / Ucluelet
8:00 am – Breakfast included
- Travel to the town of Tofino
- Free time to explore or join an optional whale watching tour (additional cost)
- Non-whale watchers: walk to Tonquin Beach and explore Tofino village for lunch
- Afternoon: Optional surfing lesson (additional cost)
- Non-surfers: free time on the beach (games, frisbee, or relaxation)
- Evening games and a beach campfire (weather permitting)
- Return to Canadian Princess Lodge after campfire
Day 3: Ucluelet to Coquitlam
8:00 am – Breakfast included
- Visit Long Beach
- Depart for Nanaimo after lunch (own expense)
5:55 pm – 7:35 pm – Ferry from Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay
9:00 pm – Approximate return to school
Recommended Spending: Bring approx. $20 for lunches and $25 for dinners not included.
Please note: Final departure details including the pick-up location and time, packing list, and important reminders will be sent to you by email approximately one week before the tour.
Sample Itinerary:Day 1: Coquitlam to Ucluelet
7:00 am – Meet at London Drugs (Coquitlam Centre Mall, 2929 Barnet Hwy Suite 1030, Coquitlam, BC V3B 5R5) and check in with the DCSA guide
- Ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay in Nanaimo
- Visit Coombs – take a photo of goats on the roof (weather permitting)
- Trail walk around Little Qualicum Falls – admire waterfalls in a lush forest setting
- Drive through Cathedral Grove to see ancient giant cedar trees
- Hike the Wild Pacific Trail in Ucluelet
- Check into Canadian Princess Lodge
- Group dinner (included)
- Bonfire and marshmallow roast on the beach near the hotel (weather permitting)
Day 2: Tofino / Ucluelet
8:00 am – Breakfast included
- Travel to the town of Tofino
- Free time to explore or join an optional whale watching tour (additional cost)
- Non-whale watchers: walk to Tonquin Beach and explore Tofino village for lunch
- Afternoon: Optional surfing lesson (additional cost)
- Non-surfers: free time on the beach (games, frisbee, or relaxation)
- Evening games and a beach campfire (weather permitting)
- Return to Canadian Princess Lodge after campfire
Day 3: Ucluelet to Coquitlam
8:00 am – Breakfast included
- Visit Long Beach
- Depart for Nanaimo after lunch (own expense)
5:55 pm – 7:35 pm – Ferry from Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay
9:00 pm – Approximate return to school
Recommended Spending: Bring approx. $20 for lunches and $25 for dinners not included.