Coastal Bliss Adventures is a Vancouver Island-based company specializing in guided outdoor experiences across British Columbia and beyond. They cover multi-day backpacking and sea kayaking routes on the island, as well as other water sport rentals through their Cowichan Bay Kayaking and Adventure Centre. Through partnerships, they also offer expeditions on the mainland in British Columbia and the Yukon, as well as Mt Kilimanjaro and Tanzania. Coastal Bliss Adventures focuses on providing all-inclusive hiking tours with expert logistical support. Guide-owned, this company is passionate about teaching others how to safely enjoy nature.
Review of Coastal Bliss Adventures
For the purpose of this review, we only focus on their Vancouver Island tours. Coastal Bliss Adventures’ website provides detailed information about their guided tours, including hiking, kayaking, and canoeing experiences. You’ll find specific descriptions of trails and routes, which include the West Coast Trail, Nootka Island Trail, North Coast and Cape Scott Trails, Juan de Fuca, Southern Chilcotins’ Wildflowers, and Hesquiat Peninsula Trail. They outline custom and youth programs, rental options at the Cowichan Bay Kayaking and Adventure Centre, and details about their expanded expeditions with Sea to Sky Expeditions and Kilimanjaro Bliss. The site also offers preparation tips, FAQs, gear lists, and booking options.
Things to Like about Coastal Bliss Adventures
- Trustworthy local tour operator with 15+ years in business
- Owned by certified guides, with over 25 years of experience, who are passionate about outdoor education
- Guides are certified to international standards
- Groups are small, typically 2-8 guest (rarely over 10)
- Provides camping and backpacking gear rentals (additional cost)
- Owns their own water sport equipment, making their multi-sport adventures seamless and more affordable
- Excellent coverage of Vancouver Island’s popular and lesser-known hiking routes
- Promotes responsible tourism by emphasizing environmental stewardship and low-impact travel practices
- Supports clients with detailed pre-trip instructions and gear lists
- Consistent 5-star reviews on Google and TripAdvisor, with an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau
For these reasons and more, Coastal Bliss Adventures earns our LOCAL CHOICE for hiking tours on Vancouver Island.
Route Types
- Trekking
Read A Walking Holiday on Vancouver Island for descriptions of multi-day trails on Vancouver Island, with links to excellent trip reports of hikers who completed the routes.
Destinations include
- British Columbia (Canada)
Great Choice for
- Families with children ages 12 and up who are seeking outdoor adventures with a guide
- Anyone seeking guided backpacking or base camp tours on Vancouver Island, especially those drawn to lesser-known routes
- Seasoned adventurers and newcomers looking for well-supported, all-inclusive outdoor experiences
- Small groups or teams looking for custom, tailor-made adventures on Vancouver Island
- Eco-conscious travelers who prioritize responsible tourism and sustainable travel practices
Established in 2009
Last reviewed December 19, 2024
