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Waterfalls, Coombs and Cathedral Grove Rainforest Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Victoria, Canada
Great choice
5+ bookings last month.
  • 9 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Explore Vancouver Island's magnificent scenery on a full-day, private tour from Victoria to Englishman River Falls, Little Qualicum Falls, and Cathedral Grove, home to some of the tallest and oldest trees on the island. You'll visit a country market, hike through the rainforest and to the waterfalls, and make plenty of photo stops, while learning about Vancouver Island's nature and culture throughout the day. Traveling with a private guide means the trip can be tailored to you, and this tour is priced per-group for up to eight people.
  • Full-day, private nature tour of Vancouver Island
  • Visit waterfalls and groves of trees
  • Enjoy the flexibility to hike at your own pace
  • See some of Vancouver Island's oldest trees
  • Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle
  • Private tour ensures personalized service
  • Pickup and drop-off at hotels in downtown Victoria

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Private tour
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • Umbrellas
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Itinerary

1

Goldstream Provincial Park

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Cowichan Bay Fishermen's Wharf Assn

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Wall Murals

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Cameron Lake

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

Cathedral Grove

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

6

Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

Englishman River Falls Provincial Park

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

8

Coombs Country Candy

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Infant seats available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0
based on 17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Alan for the win

Eric_H, Aug 2025
Alan is friendly and accommodating. He shares interesting information along the drive and hikes. He has a great sense of humor and you feel at ease and relaxed on the drive. We recommend him for a visit on Vancouver Island and Victoria.

Darwin is great!

janet_m, May 2023
Darwin was a great guide. He was very accommodating with our wishes. He let us tailor our tour within the time allotted. I would highly recommend the service. You can tell he is very passionate about the places he takes you to. So beautiful!

Response from Host, May 2023

Hi Janet, Thank you so much for the kind feedback. I had a really good time with you guys, i love your sprit of Adventure and your love of nature, it really made for a fun day out. I hope to see you both again one day for another island adventure. All the best! Darwin Surfside Adventure Tours

Scenery delightful

Lesley_H, Mar 2020
Despite a cold & overcast day, the owner of Surfside Adventure Tours took us for a delightful drive north to see lesser & more interesting places the big tour operators miss (lookouts etc). We had time to walk in forests & see rushing waterfalls plus coastal inlets all with a few comfort breaks & no rushing lunch. The operator had hand sanitiser on board so forget the C-virus & come to Vancouver Island!

Response from Host, Mar 2020

Hi Lesley, Thank you so much, I had such a wonderful day for a very special couple. I really do hope we get to spend another day together in the future, who knows maybe I will make it to Australia one day and Harvey and myself can do some surfing. All the best and stay safe out there! Darwin

A Crown Jewel

Stephen_D, Jul 2019
An extraordinary gem discovered on our 3rd trip to Vancouver Island. Well with it! Darwin provided personable, professional, and informative service sensitive to our preferences. We enjoyed charming coastline communities, breathtaking waterfalls, and awesome old growth rainforest in a few wonderful hours. Exceeded our expectations. A great way to scout our future adventures. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Jul 2019

Hi Stephen, Thanks for taking the time to leave a kind review of your experience on our tour. I was in great company all day and your passion for nature made the experience all that much better. Safe travels! Darwin

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per group (up to 5)

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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