STUNNING San Josef Bay Tour in Cape Scott Provincial Park

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Vancouver Island, Canada

1 to 10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Explore more of the Cape Scott Provincial Park than you’d be able to alone on this small-group guided tour. Witness the towering sea stacks in San Josef Bay—eroded by the ocean over thousands of years—learn the historic town of Holberg’s logging heritage, keep an eye out for the region’s diverse wildlife, and much more.

Great for nature lovers: The chance to spot bears, deer, elk, and much more
Choose to rent a kayak and explore the cape’s serene waters
Includes convenient pickup and drop-off at your Port Hardy hotel
Relax between stops with a lunch of sandwiches and snacks

What's Included

Hotel pickup (Hotels in Port Hardy only) contact us with questions
Local Professional guides (20 plus years experience on the North Island)
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Bottled water
Lunch

Please make sure to choose your sandwich option: Ham, Chicken, Roast Beef, or Veggie
Snacks

Granola bars and seasonal fruit available in the van

Gratuities

Tips are always appreciated. Our guides often go above and beyond to ensure everyone has the best experience!

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Located at the intersection of Highway 19 & Granville Street. Feel free to utilize the lobby and cafe! We only pick up from hotels in Port Hardy.

Meeting point

9040 Granville St, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0, Canada

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:30 am

Itinerary

Cove Adventure Tours

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holberg

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Josef Bay

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Cape Scott Provincial Park

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

San Josef Bay

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not wheelchair accessible
Dress code is smart casual
Service animals allowed

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 121 reviews

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San Josef Bay

Jon_E, May 2025

If you don’t like jaw dropping, mind blowing stunning natural beauty then this adventure with Cove to San Josef bay isn’t for you.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you for joining us! We had a great day with you!

Totally worth it

Arnab_M, Aug 2024

What a tour!! I am glad I didn't go by myself. Not the easiest destination to reach. But our tour guide was fantastic in every sense. He told us about the history, geography, local culture, etc. of the place. Finally, after the drive and hike, the beach was phenomenal.