Overview
Experience the road less travelled on northern Vancouver Island with this 8-day guided tour from Campbell River to Telegraph Cove, Alert Bay, and Port Hardy, including the Great Bear Rainforest.
Our North Island In-Depth guided tour allows you to witness and learn about British Columbia’s natural beauty and iconic wildlife like whales and grizzly bears, while connecting with the region’s unique Indigenous cultures and history.
This tour is designed by Mosaic Earth Travel in partnership with local guides and businesses across Vancouver Island. Travelling on an itinerary planned by us, you have the opportunity to deeply connect with this unique destination and the wonderful locals who make it so special.
2026 tour dates now available! Contact us to book your spot.
Looking for more travel inspiration in Western Canada? Check out our full range of guided & self-drive tours in BC & the Yukon.
Highlights
- Join local First Nations guides on a tour of the Broughton Archipelago in search of whales and grizzly bears, learning the ancient stories behind the scenery and the sustainable approach to wildlife viewing.
- Spend an afternoon strolling the boardwalks of Telegraph Cove, a former fishing and cannery village.
- Embrace the cultural mecca of Alert Bay with a private, artist-led tour of U’Mista Cultural Centre and their renowned potlatch collection.
- Embark on a full-day kayak excursion in the hands of expert guides; As we paddle through ocean coves and channels, embracing the quiet of our surroundings, we look out for nearby orca, humpback whales, sea lions, and other wildlife.
- Experience the comfort and welcoming hospitality of the First Nations’ owned Kwa’Lilas Hotel, featuring authentic cuisine and art.
- Journey to the north-western shores of Cape Scott Provincial Park to discover the picturesque beaches, sea stacks and caves of San Josef Bay.
- Enjoy fresh, local seafood and cuisine.
The Route
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See Mosaic Earth Travel’s Terms & Conditions for Guided Tours.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Arrive to Campbell River | Optional sightseeing and local tours | Welcome Dinner | Overnight in Campbell River (1 night).
Add-on: 1-2 nights in Campbell River pre-tour.
Accommodation: 3* Hotel (upgrade available) | Meals included: Dinner.
Light hike in Elk Falls Provincial Park, through old growth forest to the suspension bridge | Drive to Telegraph Cove with packed lunch on-route (~2.5 hours) | Free time in Telegraph Cove to explore this historic boardwalk village | Waterfront dinner featuring local seafood | Overnight in Telegraph Cove (2 nights).
Accommodation: Hotel | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Join a full-day guided sea kayaking tour (Option to substitute with whale watching tour) | Paddle the Johnstone Strait and nearby islands | Dinner at leisure in Telegraph Cove.
Accommodation: Hotel | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.
Travel to Port McNeill and ferry to the cultural mecca of Alert Bay | Packed lunch by the waterfront | Visit the 'Namgis Traditional Big House & World's Tallest Totem Pole | U'Mista Cultural Centre private tour by a local artist | Check in to family-run B&B (2 nights) | Dinner on-site.
Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Indigenous-led Grizzly Bear & Whale Watching Tour in the Broughton Archipelago (full day) | Dinner at leisure in Alert Bay.
Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.
Morning forest walk | Cedar weaving workshop with local Indigenous weaver | Return to Port McNeill | Visit Fort Rupert and Storey's Beach | Check-in to Kwa'Lilas Hotel in Port Hardy (2 nights) | Dinner at leisure.
Add-on: Scenic floatplane tour over the Broughton Archipelago.
Accommodation: Hotel | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.
Guided full-day tour to San Josef Bay in Cape Scott Provincial Park | Lunch and free time on the beach | Farewell dinner in Port Hardy.
Accommodation: Hotel | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Free time in Port Hardy town | Transfers to Port Hardy airport or Campbell River for return flight home | Tour ends.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Included/Excluded
- All accommodation for 7 nights, including 1 night in Campbell River, 2 nights in Telegraph Cove, 2 nights in Alert Bay, and 2 nights in Port Hardy. Mix of lodge, hotel and B&B.
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners.
- All activities & tours listed in the itinerary including: Sea kayaking from Telegraph Cove (full-day), Wildlife-viewing tour (full-day), San Josef Bay/Cape Scott Provincial Park tour (full-day), Tour of U'Mista Cultural Centre, and Cedar weaving workshop.
- All transportation from the start/end point of Campbell River in a comfortable passenger van.
- Ferry to/from Alert Bay.
- Gratuities for third-party guides, group meals, and housekeeping.
- Keepsake coffee mug.
- Mosaic Earth guide(s) for the duration of the trip, including a driver, to provide local knowledge, interpretation, logistical expertise and support.
- Flights to/from and within British Columbia.
- Additional meals not listed, and add-on activities.
- Travel insurance.
- A voluntary gratuity at the end of your trip for Mosaic Earth guide(s).
Dates & Rates
Join us on this North Vancouver Island guided tour in 2026!
This tour can also be booked privately and customized to your group’s interests and budget. Scheduled tours require a minimum of 4 travellers to run.
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You may also be interested in our custom Self-Drive Tours.
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Tour Rates:
Regular
$6,695
Single Supplement
$830
Rates are per person based on double occupancy. All prices are in Canadian dollars and subject to GST tax (5%).
See Mosaic Earth Travel’s Terms & Conditions for Guided Tours.
