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In our hearts, we all live on the land. That is the real world. We take away the obstacles to experience what is real, to experience your bliss. We show you the way. That's Coastal Bliss Adventures.

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We Take Care Of You

We do the planning, logistics, and support. You do the experience and the fun.

All-inclusive Tour

From pickup to return, we cover everything you need, except your personal items. We take you to and from the trip start, and feed you well along the way. We can't guarantee weight loss on our tours.

Knowledgable Guides

Our guides get out into our areas. They know the ins and outs of the trip and provide exceptional interpretation of flora, fauna and history. You'll know more after you leave.

Supportive Preparation

We give you an entire packet of information on how to prepare, what to bring, how to pack, and a plan for training so you can fully enjoy the trip. Our care for you starts before you even arrive.
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The Trips We Do

BC Hiking Adventures

Our multi-day tours take you on a journey of discovery. Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast have some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, and some of the rare, remaining, true wilderness. Join a group and find your bliss hiking.

West Coast Trail

The incredible journey along Canada's west coast - 9 days

Mini West Coast Trail

The alternate, with a lot of First Nations history and flair, entering at Nitinat Lake-4 days

Half West Coast Trail

First Nations connections at our starting point at Nitinaht Lake, completing the North end of the trail-4 days

North Coast Trail

The rugged extension to Cape Scott, wild and raw, and incredibly beautiful-9 days

Cape Scott Explorer

The hiking is tame, the beauty incredible, this is a good warm up for a longer trip-6 days

Juan de Fuca Trail

Harder than it might look, this is also a good warmup to a harder, longer trip-6 days

Nootka Island Trail

Remote and beautiful,this is yet another way to experience the wonders of Nootka-6 days

Hesquiat Peninsula Trail

A rugged, remote coastal hike, right on the edge of the Pacific-6 days

Sea to Sky Expeditions

We have other BC and Yukon tours available through our our sister company, Sea to Sky Expeditions.

BC Kayaking Adventures

Our multi-day kayaking adventures let you really explore an area and experience the sea in a truly intimate way. Join a group and find your bliss kayaking.

Broken Group Islands

This is the quintessential kayaking destination along Canada's west coast - 6 days

Nootka Sound

This is the home of sea otters and the discovery of BC by the Europeans. A hidden gem of beauty and history - 6 days

Gulf Islands

In some ways still a bit wild, the Gulf Islands are calm and surprising in many ways - 3, 4, 5, or 6 day tours

Sea to Sky Expeditions

We have other BC kayaking tours available through our our sister company, Sea to Sky Expeditions.

BC Canoeing Adventures

Canoeing is Canadian history. Taking a trip along lakes and rivers in a canoe is a Canadian must. The Bowron Lakes and Sayward Lakes give you that great Canadian canoeing experience right in BC. Join a group and find your bliss canoeing.

Main Lake - Quadra Island

Main Lake on Quadra Island is also a great canoeing adventure, perfect for families - 5 days

Sea to Sky Expeditions

We have other BC and Yukon canoeing tours available through our our sister company, Sea to Sky Expeditions.

Tanzania Safaris and Mt. Kilimanjaro

Our company in Tanzania is Kilimanjaro Bliss. Our partner in Kilimanjaro Bliss is a certified mountain and safari guide with over 20 years experience. He became a porter on Kilimanjaro as a teenager and worked his way up to be a full mountain guide. He is an accomplished and well-known member of the tourism community in Arusha, Tanzania. Join us for a bigger adventure to East Africa.

Kilimanjaro Bliss Safaris and Expeditions

Safaris travel through the most incredible parks in Tanzania, including the famed Serengeti. Going on safari and seeing the animals in this incredible place is a life-changing experience. If you want a 'higher' experience, take a Kilimanjaro Expedition, and walk up the highest free-standing mountain in the world.

Day Tours and Adventures

Our day tours and adventures can give you a taste of the beauty of Vancouver Island. We have a range of day excursions to some of the local highlights, in the forest, on the beach, or on the local waters. Whether you live here or are just visiting, there is always something to see. Join us and find your bliss every day.

Juan de Fuca Trail-Botanical Beach to Sombrio Beach

Sections are variable, but a favorite is Parkinson Creek to Botanical Beach. This is a beautiful day out on a wilderness trail.

Cowichan Bay Kayaking Day Trips

We offer 2-hour, 3-hour, half-day and full day kayaking tours from our dock at Cowichan Bay Kayaking.

Kids' and Youth Programs

Kids love to be out in nature, playing and having fun. Let them find their bliss outside with us.

Kids Kayaking Day Camps

Four days of funs, mornings on the water, afternoons on land.

Youth Surf and Turf

Three days of surfing and fun in Tofino/Ucluelet.

Youth Gulf Islands Kayaking Trip

Six days of kayaking in the Gulf Islands.

Youth Juan de Fuca Hiking Trip

Six days of hiking and camping on the Juan de Fuca Trail.

Insruction and Courses

Learning something new is blissful. Even if you an old sea dog, we have some new tricks to teach you.

Basic Sea Kayaking Skills - Paddle Canada

This one day course sets you up to paddle in protected waters. It is an introduction to kayaking.

Level 1 Sea Kayaking Skills - Paddle Canada

This is a 2 day course designed to give you skills for day tripping in protected waters.

Level 2 Sea Kayaking Skills - Paddle Canada

This 4 day course gives you the skills and knowledge to start venturing out for longer trips, including a camping component.

Kayaking Short Courses

We have several 3 hour courses specifically designed to help you with rescues and safety, navigation and weather, and developing paddle strokes.

Custom Tours and Adventures

Ultimately, you find your bliss by seeking it. Our custom tours let you take charge of that while keeping keeping the logistics simple and the path clear. Let us help you find your bliss by co-creating your adventure with you.

Custom Hiking or Kayaking Tours

We co-create your adventure with you!

What Our Guests Say

Our Vancouver Island BC Hiking Tours

  • Georgia knows her stuff man... she has been guiding forever and you can certainly see that and she has perfected the art of guiding on the West Coast Trail. Coastal Bliss is the company I would recommend for sure...

    Nze

  • We had a fabulous hike. Wow, the weather couldn't have co-operated any better. It made for an amazingly beautiful hike. Both Tom and I were very impressed with the food that was provided on the trip. We did not come off the trail hungry as expected. Thanks for an amazing experience! So glad we were able to do it. We are sharing photos and recommending to friends who are interested.

    Andi

  • Hi Gary...thanks again for a fabulous trip - and for endlessly helping me over rocks and stumps. Really enjoyed it...

    Jan

  • I just wanted to thank you for such a great trip. I had a fantastic time hiking and was so impressed with how well Coastal Bliss took care of us from start to finish. The meals were delicious and Kelsey and Phil were great.

    Joy

  • Georgia, I speak for all of us when I say your kindness and experience made this West Coast Trail trip a memory of a lifetime. I truly believe I will do it again knowing there is a slight chance the weather would possibly be somewhat better. Now I’ve done it I am glad that I did experience the trail in true West Coast Weather.

    Laurie, Amanda, Bethan & Lisa

  • Just wanted to write and reiterate what a great experience I had on the West Coast Trail trip that we went with Coastal Bliss. It was a trip that I won't soon forget. Thank you for the wonderful knowledge and service that you brought to the trip.

    Nora-Lee

  • Just a quick note to thank you again for taking us to Duncan last night. Dad and I are home in Calgary now. We had an amazing time on the West Coast Trail and sincerely appreciate everything from you, Gary and James.

    Shannon

  • Georgia, thanks for a great week-the hike was better then our expectations. Your tireless duty to caring for us was appreciated along with the great gourmet meals. The place in Victoria turned out too be perfect great bed and washing facilities Thanks for organising our special trip and safe walking the trail again.

    Wendy and John

  • I just wanted to thank you for facilitating such a great trip last week! I had a really terrific time and am very grateful for all the hard work and energy you put in to ensuring we were safe, well fed and entertained! Thank you for the great meals, the warm fires and sharing your knowledge. I learnt a lot and especially enjoyed the West Coast Trail shipwreck stories...

    Emily

  • I really enjoyed the West Coast Trail trip - definitely challenging terrain but the scenery was gorgeous & Phil & Mike were both wonderful guides.

    John

  • What an amazing trip! Thank you so much Georgia and Tony for excellent guiding, great smiles and laughs, being ready with a helping hand and schlepping the heavy packs. Who would have known that camp food could be so delicious? Thank you, Gary, for the delicious lunch at Pachena Beach and driving us to the ferry.

    Wendy

  • I must pass on my thanks to Georgia and Tony. I had a wonderful time, (in fact, I would think about doing it again) I enjoyed every minute of it and I am sure that is because of your expertise. Both yourself and Tony were wonderful guides, friendly, knowledgeable, great cooks, and most importantly totally committed to our group and aware of our weaknesses and strengths. I know, personally, I couldn't have done that without either of you. Thank you both and hopefully we will see you again.

    Lesley

  • Thank you so much for a brilliant holiday, walking the West Coast Trail. I really enjoyed my days on the trail. Great company and friendship. Beth, Kelly and Gary made it a memorable trip. They were very very professional and I felt very safe in terrain which is different from North Yorkshire. They produced meals from those rucksacks which my husband thought I was pulling his leg. We did see some envious looks from fellow hikers too."

    Kate

  • Hi Georgia-Thank you for the awesome experience on the West Coast Trail. I loved every minute of it, you are a wonderful guide. Thanks to Tony as well. Hope to join you in the future for some more adventures.

    Kathy

  • I had a fablous time and I really appreciated all that the two of you did to ensure we all had a great experience. I still am amazed at the stamina you both have.... to keep us all organised, safe, get fires going, prepare meals plus hike the same 70km we do is amazing..... I also very much appreciated both your help (and patience!). It was definitely an incredible trip on the North Coast Trail and one I won't ever forget.

    Tracy

  • My experience on the trail was fantastic. James and Tony were outstanding guides. They handled EVERYTHING throughout the West Coast Trail hike in a most professional manner. It was amazing in every way.

    Susan

  • I have enjoyed all the aspects of this trip (except for the wet few days we had). James and Toni work so well together and they kept us safe and on time.

    Hamid

  • It was such a great experience treking the West Coast Trail with you. Thank you to everyone for making it a memorable experience. Hope to connect with you again.

    Kelly and Cathy

  • The West Coast Trail experience was amazing! Thanks to each of you for making it awesome. I was really hungry for experiencing the West coast again as I had so much wonder and enjoyment from exploring the coast in my earlier life. The WCT was far more exciting and exhilarating than I expected. My exit from the trail was perfect for me, although I did miss greeting you all at the end.

    Janice

  • We had a wonderful time hiking on the West Coast Trail and it was great to meet you guys. I hope all is well.

    Cormac

  • My thanks to you and our Coastal Bliss guides, James and Shiming, for a fantastic hike on the West Coast Trail. This was a trip of a lifetime. James and Shiming were so well organized, patient and thoughtful. They managed our diverse group through the challenging terrain with a keen focus on both our safety and enjoyment. I was very impressed. Again, many thanks for this very special opportunity to experience the rain forest and west coast of Canada.

    Catherine

  • I wanted to thank you, and more so, our hike leaders, James & Olivia for a great hike on the West Coast Trail. The scenery, ocean, mountains & wildlife (which included bear, seals & great bald eagles) were all I could possibly have wanted, including the great 'hiking' weather.

    Grant

  • Thank you so much for such a well organised, exciting and challenging West Coast Trail hike this week. And thanks for the great final lunch when we'd finished! James & Shiming were amazing throughout & I always felt safe under their guidance as well as learning a lot from their knowledge of the trail! A truly superb trip.

    Lindsey

  • We would like to thank you so much for the unique & wonderful outdoor experience on the West Coast Trail hike we took with Coastal Bliss in July, 2017. The preparation by the experienced guides, James & Shiming at Port Renfrew really got the hike off on the right foot. Their recommendations on packing light, and getting us set up at camp, set the positive tone for the whole trip.

    While each day was a highlight reel, there a few that standout are, Sandstone Creek, the ladders at Logan Ck, the beach camp at Tsuquadra, (without James & Shiming’s knowledge, we would have missed it), Tsusiat Falls, etc.

    Having guides to lead the way, especially in their knowledge of how & when to be on and off the “beaches”, knowing where the good drinking water holes are, keeping spirits up, etc, was awesome. Please give James and Shimming a “hats off!” for making the hike a memorable experience!

    Bill and Debbie

  • What a great trip I had with Georgia and Carolyn hiking through the South Chilcotins this summer. You were right - what gorgeous country! The wildflowers were magnificent, the scenery breathtaking - and very few other folks in the area! For me personally - all the ingredients for a perfect trip!!

    Linda

  • Hi Gary-Thanks a lot for your mail. That's cool that you finished the Juan de Fuca Trail without problems. Yes of course it is pity that I could not finished it, but it's better for my knee. Maybe next time!!!! Thanks again for your support in general and of course it was a great time in this two days. See you soon and take care

    Phil

  • Thanks again for all advice and hard work on the West Coast Trail!

    Franz

  • I hope you and Gary are doing great! As I am sure you know, I loved our trip and totally fell in love with the West Coast Trail.

    Liz

  • Hi Georgia and Beth, Thank you both for your tireless energy and enthusiasm throughout this hiking trip. I couldn’t believe how tasty and filling the meals you prepared were, and I think I actually gained weight on the hike. The views, and pocket beaches we camped on were spectacular, swimming at the falls was a real treat after the days hike. The crowning of this trip however was sitting in the sun at Friendly Cove, watching the humpback whales feeding off shore. The Nootka Trail was certainly a trip of a lifetime. Thank you.

    Cheryl

  • I'm back home since yesterday, physically but not with my mind. I just wanted to let you know, that I enjoyed the West Coast Trail hiking trip very well, everything was nice. It was the first time in my life, that I did an outdoor trip like this. Thank’s for your always good company. For sure I'll come back next year.

    Susanne

  • Finish the West Coast Trail with Gary from Coastal Bliss Adventure is my best decision I made, I really enjoy the whole trip, not only the amazing views but also the delicious food. Gary is very professional and knowledge, he will show you the best view in West Coast Trail.

    Zhiying

  • For two years in a row we have used Coastal Bliss to guide us through the Wild West Coast Trail. This year we also added a 1/2 day kayaking. Using Coastal Bliss ensured we get to see the best there is to see. A further advantage is that you will learn about the fascinating fauna, flora, history and geology on the coast. People do hike up on their own, but apart from the risk they take by going at it alone, they also rob themselves of a superior experience. While we were setting up camp they were cooking incredibly delicious snacks and meals. Who knew dehydrated foods could taste so good.

    Trina

  • I just returned home from my second West Coast Trail hike and I truly believe hiking with Coastal Bliss gives me a much, much bigger experience than I could get on my own. Their understanding of what there is to experience on and off the trail, how to manage the tides to get there and an emphasis on safety that adds confidence to the picture. Did I mention the food, wow, the mac and cheese with brie and white wine was my favourite! I also hiked with some truly amazing people from all walks of life that makes campfires a lot more interesting. Most of all our guides Gary & Travis looked after every need with a smile. There will be a third trek and it will be with Coastal Bliss!

    Bozzy

  • If you're up for the West Coast Trail, the guides at Coastal Bliss Adventures are a great choice. Gary and Travis took care of all the details so the camping experience was easy. They also showed us routes that few hikers know and introduced us to the environmental diversity that makes this trail so interesting.

    Greg

  • Having researched ways of doing the west coast trail I decided to go with Coastal Bliss.This decision was the very best. Our trail guides from Coastal Bliss highlighted amazing parts of the trail which were missed by other hikers who opted not to have a guide...the food was excellent , nutritious and varied with a "Surprise" addition to one of the dinners mid week which was thoroughly enjoyed by all! If you want to maximise your experience of hiking the west coast trail and and get the very best it has to offer I would highly recommend the team at Coastal Bliss. Thank you Gary and Shiming.

    Miriam

  • My sister & I just returned from the West Coast Trail trip with Coastal Bliss. I miss falling asleep to the sounds of the waves, nightly campfires, shipwreck stories and delicious meals prepared by our guides, James & Travis. The terrain was interesting and absolutely beautiful. Thank you for making my "bucket" list trip memorable.

    Tami

  • In May 2018 I hiked the West Coast Trail (WCT) with Coastal Bliss. The 9 day hike was well organized, the guides were very knowledgeable and highly motivated to allow for the best possible experience for the participants. Even the point "hear about shipwreck stories in the evening at camp fire" as promoted on the homepage was fulfilled :-) If you want to hike the WCT in a group and you're looking for people to do it with - Coastal Bliss is the way to go.

    Phistopherus

  • We had a wonderful guided hike on the West Coast Trail in September and things couldn't have gone better. From pre-trip planning (equipment and clothing suggestions, physical preparation, food, environmental consideration, Parks Canada requirements) to pick up/drop off to excellent food on the trip, the communication certainly fulfilled expectations. Our guides were wonderful - experienced, knowledgeable, patient and with a sense of humour, they made a week+ strenuous adventure safe while fun. We had a fantastic group to meet up and travel with and will consider going again on another tour with this company.

    Kim