Vancouver Island has been recognized by National Geographic in its newly released list of “10 of the most unforgettable family adventures across Canada.”
The feature highlights family-friendly experiences across the country, from fossil hunting in Alberta to northern lights viewing in the Yukon.
For BC, the focus is on the province’s wilderness landscapes, singling out both Vancouver Island and Whistler.
On the island, National Geographic recommends whale-watching tours from Victoria and exploring the old-growth forests of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve near Tofino and Ucluelet. The park is described as a place where sandy beaches, towering trees, and accessible trails showcase the region’s natural beauty.
The magazine also drew attention to North Vancouver Island, highlighting Indigenous-owned Seawolf Adventures.
The tours offer families cultural storytelling and chances to see wildlife such as bear cubs in the Great Bear Rainforest and orcas along the rugged coastline.
Whistler was praised for its year-round appeal, with skiing and snowboarding in the winter and hiking and mountain biking in the summer.
The BC entry joins other Canadian highlights on the list, including Niagara Falls in Ontario, polar bear viewing in Manitoba, and iceberg spotting in Newfoundland and Labrador.
