Vancouver Island in  British Columbia offers wildlife whale and bear watching experiences. Killer whales and black bear can be viewed from the southern most part of the island in Victoria to the very most northern location Port Hardy.

There are more than 1,100 different wildlife species in the province, and some diverse ecosystems in the world. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound and can be very rewarding.

Some of the best fishing in the world can be had on Vancouver Island.  The city of Campbell River is known as "The Salmon Capital of the World".

Many famous celebrities have experienced the thrill of landing huge salmon on the island  including Glen Ford, John Wayne, Bob Hope and Henry Fonda.

Besides salmon fishing charters, tour guides on Vancouver island specialize in a variety of wildlife watching tours. Grizzly bears, black bears, bald eagles, orca whales and sea lions are just some of the animals that can be observed in the area.

When visiting Vancouver Island be sure to book either a skiing, golf, fishing, whale watching, sightseeing trip or adventure tour. You will be able to select your excursion from one of the many businesses listed in the Vancouver Island Vacations Directory.