Victoria Express

With the Classic Boat Festival fast approaching, the finishing touches are being completed on the Maritime Museum of BC’s beautiful little heritage boat Trekka. She has been lowered into the water once again in preparation for her move to the Inner Harbour for the Labour Day long weekend this September 3rd, 4th and 5th.

A local favorite, Trekka’s claim to fame is having circumnavigated the world close to three times. After travelling the world, Trekka was brought back to Victoria, where she was originally built, and is one of the Maritime Museum of BC’s three prized heritage vessels. 

A dedicated group of volunteers have spent the past several months working to get Trekka water ready after a winter spent hibernating at the S.A.L.T.S. shipyard. With some fancy new brightwork and several coats of varnish on her now, Trekka is dressed to impress and is ready to please the crowds and the Classic Boat Festival.

Be sure to visit the Maritime Museum in the heart of Bastion Square. Their three floors of exhibits span many centuries of nautical heritage representing the regional waters that connect our two nations. Many nations and cultures are represented and there is something to captivate every member of your traveling group.

$20 Round Trip Special To Victoria

Take advantage of our 20th anniversary special and sail to Victoria to be a part of the Classic Boat Festival. We can make a memorable end of summer weekend and arrange your lodging along with a variety of attractions to match your taste.

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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.