Victoria Express

Victoria is often called the “city of gardens”, and there are lots of oppurtinities for British Columbia Sports & Recreation. One of the most popular destinations for sea kayaking in Victoria is Discovery Island Marina. Popular with both visitors and residents, the area is accessible from Cattle Point, just north of the Oak Bay Marina.

Kayakers paddling between Oak Bay and Discovery Island will be delighted by the wildlife they witness as they glide along. The route leads you through a sensitive seabird nesting area and ecological reserve. Sightings of seals, sea lions, otters and Bald Eagles are common around the park. Paddlers should be aware that these waters can be dangerous during strong currents and winds. Crossings are best made at slack tide in calm weather.

Whale Watching on the way to Discovery Island

Discovery Island is a popular kayaking and camping destination for school groups and kayak instruction groups, who have experienced guides on hand. The park features a large, open field, southwest of Pandora Hill, where campers can set up a tent. The only facilities provided are a pit toilet, information shelter and picnic tables. Campfires are not permitted on Discovery Island.

A hiking trail system runs from the lighthouse on Sea Bird Point to the western shore of the park, where hikers can hike up Pandora Hill for sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains and surrounding area. In the spring, a colourful array of wildflowers blooms in the woodlands and meadows. This is just one example of the many reasons to visit Victoria Canada.