Tofino Beach Camping Adventure - 3 Days

From £414£138 per day

Trip Snapshot

Age range

18 - 100

Start / End

  • Vancouver
  • Vancouver

Physical rating

2/5

Group size

1 - 22

Meals included

0

Highlights

  • Horseshoe Bay – Board the scenic ferry to Nanaimo and watch for wildlife along the way
  • Coombs – Visit the Old Country Market and see the famous rooftop goats
  • Tofino – Walk along Long Beach in Pacific Rim National Park, known for its vast sandy shores
  • Ucluelet – Hike the Lighthouse Loop on the Wild Pacific Trail with dramatic coastal views
  • Cathedral Grove – Wander through an ancient forest of towering Douglas Fir trees over 800 years old
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Summary

Discover Tofino on this 3-day tour featuring a scenic ferry ride from Vancouver to Nanaimo, a visit to the Coombs Old Country Market to see the rooftop goats, and a stop at Long Beach in Pacific Rim National Park. Camp under the stars in Tofino, hike the Lighthouse Loop in Ucluelet, and explore the ancient Douglas Fir trees of Cathedral Grove before returning to Vancouver.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Ferry to Tofino & Long Beach

    Vancouver - Nanaimo - Tofino. Upon arrival in Vancouver, make your way to Canada Place before 6:45 AM, where your guide will meet you. At 7:00 AM, we will begin our journey toward Tofino, heading to Horseshoe Bay to board the ferry to Nanaimo as we sail, keep an eye out for wildlife.

    Once we arrive in Nanaimo, we’ll head to the Coombs Old Country Market, located just outside of Parksville, where you can spot the famous rooftop goats. Afterward, we’ll continue to Tofino and visit Long Beach, the largest and longest stretch of sand in Pacific Rim National Park, known for its rugged beauty and crashing waves. From here, we’ll make our way to the campsite, set up camp, and enjoy a relaxing evening with time to grab dinner or unwind.

    Please note: the Itinerary and departure times may change due to weather or other unforeseen conditions. Check your confirmation email for exact details.

    Please note: This is a backpacker-style tour, and accommodation is in tents. It is recommended for travellers aged 18 - 40.

    Meeting Point: For this tour is from downtown Vancouver from Canada Place with our departure at 7:00 AM (please arrive by 6:45 AM).

  • Day 2

    Tofino at Leisure

    Today, you can choose to explore Tofino independently or book an optional activity like whale watching, bear watching, surfing, or kayaking (advance booking recommended). If you'd prefer a guided experience, join your guide for a leisurely walk to Tonquin Beach, just a short distance from downtown. In the evening, enjoy some downtime or, weather permitting, gather around the campfire for a marshmallow roast on the beach.

    Please note: During the whale watching and bear watching tours, that animal vieiwing cannot be guaranteed.

  • Day 3

    Scenic Hike, Ancient Forests & Transfer to Vancouver

    Tofino - Ucluelet - Nanaimo - Vancouver. This morning, we will pack up our campsite before heading to Ucluelet, where you can join a hike along the Lighthouse Loop on the Wild Pacific Trail. Next, we will travel to Vancouver Island to visit Cathedral Grove, a protected old-growth forest home to ancient Douglas Fir trees that are over 800 years old.

    After, we will make our way back to Nanaimo and check in for our onward ferry back to Vancouver. Arriving in downtown Vancouver at approximately 9 PM where our tour will conclude. Safe travels!

What's Included

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 0, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 0

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Guided

    This adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.

  • Wifi

    Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.

Dates & Prices

  • Jul 2026

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