How do you get to Vargas Island?

Vargas Island Provincial Park is located immediately northwest of Tofino and west of Meares Island on the west coast of Vancouver Island. The park is accessible by boat from Tofino. Small planes can land on the beach of Ahous Bay.

How big is Vargas Island?

5,805 ha
The island is apparently named for Diego de Vargas, who regained New Mexico for Spain in 1693–94….

What is Clayoquot Sound known for?

Clayoquot Sound is a stunning mosaic of emerald valleys, clustered islands and thousand-year-old trees. It is home to three First Nations: the Ahousaht, Tla-o-qui-aht and Hesquiaht, who have stewarded these lands and waters since time immemorial.

Is Clayoquot Sound in Tofino?

Location: Clayoquot Sound is located on the west coast of Vancouver Island, north of Tofino. Boating and paddling in the waters of Clayoquot Sound is one of the most rewarding ways to experience this environment.

What does Clayoquot mean?

Definition of Clayoquot 1 : a subdivision of the Nootka people of western Vancouver Island, British Columbia. 2 : a member of the Clayoquot people.

Who owns Clayoquot Wilderness?

Baillie Lodges
Clayoquot Wilderness Resort has just been bought by Australian luxury lodge operator Baillie Lodges. The remote Vancouver Island luxury camp has been renamed to Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge to align with Baillie Lodges’ other property names and will get a refresh ahead of its opening next year.

How do you get the Clayoquot Sound?

Getting there The easiest and quickest way to travel to Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is to fly to Vancouver, British Columbia and connect with a scenic 45-minute seaplane flight directly to the resort dock on Clayoquot Sound.

How do I get from Vancouver to Tofino?

First, you have to drive from Vancouver to the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal, and then take the 1.5-hour ferry trip with your car. After that, it’s a solid three hours driving from the seaside city of Nanaimo all the way up to Tofino, on Vancouver Island’s northern tip.

What is Tofino known for?

Tofino is known for incredible sunsets. When I think of both “tropical” and “Canada”, the first place that comes to mind is Tofino. One of Canada’s most westerly towns, Tofino faces the Pacific Ocean and is home to some of the best surfing in the country, as well as whale watching, hiking, paddling, and so much more.

Is Tofino expensive?

The average price of a 7-day trip to Tofino is $1,763 for a solo traveler, $3,166 for a couple, and $5,936 for a family of 4. Tofino hotels range from $74 to $338 per night with an average of $117, while most vacation rentals will cost $240 to $580 per night for the entire home.

Where is Clayoquot Sound?

Clayoquot Sound /ˈklɑːkwɒt/ is located on the west coast of Vancouver Island in the Canadian province of British Columbia.

What makes Vargas Island so special?

Soft rolling ocean swell, great sandy beaches, windswept conifers, soaring eagles and a plethora of marine life from orcas to limpets distinguish this protected area. Vargas Island is about 3 kilometres north of Tofino. Camping on the north side of the island is about 8-10 kilometres away.

How many toilets are there on Vargas Island?

There are six pit toilets located at Vargas Island’s most popular camping beaches. There are no designated campsites at this park, however wilderness camping is allowed. No facilities are provided other than six pit toilets and five food caches, located in popular camping areas.

How long is the hike from Vargas to Ahous Bay?

And if you are lucky you might see whales pass in the distance from Ahous Bay. The flat and very overgrown old trail from the Tofino side of Vargas Island to Ahous Bay is just 3.6 kilometres long. Making this an easy dayhike from Tofino, at just over 7 kilometres roundtrip, trailhead to trailhead.