“Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world.”
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Heather
2024-04-02
Verified
Fantastic tour with Noémie today. We learnt so much about the flora and fauna of this beautiful place. Our three children loved it too thanks Noémie 🙂
Kathy
2024-03-21
Verified
So much more than meets the eye!If I were ever to be stranded in the wild, this is the gal I’d stick close to. Noémie is a wealth of information when it comes to wilderness on this island; she has opened our eyes to the incredible symbiotic nature of a forest. From the variety of flora (so much of which is edible) and the way trees communicate with one another, to the array of fauna that make it their home, nature’s cycle of life is truly fascinating. Having recently moved to the island from Alberta, we are seeing the outdoors from an entirely new perspective. And, how beautiful it is. We will definitely be on future excursions with Noémie. 😀
Megan
2023-11-28
Verified
We had the best nature walk with Noémie. They led us down a lovely trail and we learnt so much and it was great to interact with our surroundings. They were full of knowledge and fun anecdotes. We would recommend this to anyone visiting the island!
Vanessa
2023-11-11
Verified
Great experience great value for money! She took me on the trip even though I was the only one signed up and it was great 😄 highly recommend when you’re new to the area!
Sandra
2023-10-23
Verified
Great activity for all ages. Noemie is so knowledgeable, and it was great to learn from her. I would highly recommend this to everyone, and I would definitely take this tour again.
Stephanie
2023-10-12
Verified
We came with two young kids- 5yo and 2yo and the hike was manageable for my older one. It was very informative and we liked that we could touch the different plants, ferns. lichens and moss. Noemie was very knowledgeable!
Samer
2023-09-08
Verified
Noéme's tour was great! It was very informative and the info was presented in an exciting way. I'm someone who can easily get bored and yet I enjoyed this tour so much. Never knew that so many species live in these forests! I definitely recommend this to anyone visiting the island 👌
Bonnie
2023-09-06
Verified
Really enjoyed or time with Noémie. She is very knowledgeable about all of the flora and fauna and explains what a unique ecosystem we are seeing. The trip can be accommodated to skill level. Moderate with some stairs and root scrambling. Wear sturdy shoes.
Ginger
2023-08-30
Verified
Noemie is well versed in the flora and fauna of this area. Great details, good storytelling. We would recommend this hike to everyone.
Molly
2023-08-13
Verified
This is a must do on Vancouver Island! We really enjoyed learning about the forests and the host couldn’t have been nicer. 10/10
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This was really excellent. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and really brought the forest to life with her explanations. Seeing the first nation petroglyphs a real highlight for me. She was very good at communicating before and during the experience and very health and safety aware. Many thanks from Chris and Gill
Noémie is so wonderful! And Tales on Trails in Qualicum Beach truly excels in delivering an exceptional adventure tourism experience on Vancouver Island. Their knowledgeable guides and well-crafted narratives transform each trail into a captivating journey, weaving local history and natural beauty seamlessly. The attention to detail and personalized approach make every excursion a unique exploration, leaving participants with not just memories, but a deeper connection to the stunning landscapes of Vancouver Island. Tales on Trails is a testament to adventure tourism done right, providing an enriching and unforgettable adventure for all who seek the thrill of discovery in the heart of nature.
Such a wonderful tour! We only had 1 full day on the island and this was the perfect tour. Noemi took us to see some amazing caves, waterfalls and Rainforests. She was very knowledgeable and made the experience very personal and comfortable! 100% recommend!
I had the best time with my complete North Island tour with Noemie! We explored hidden gems like the ’emerald’ pools in Oyster River and Huson Caves, which were absolute highlights. Noemie’s knowledge of local flora (and tasting berries along the way) was an such a delight!Also, she’s just super to hang-out with and loves to have a chat while we were on tour. I highly recommend the tour for anyone looking to properly explore Vancouver island 😀
A fantastic day trip that included ocean and rainforest and some of the biggest trees I’ve ever seen! Noemie has excellent knowledge of trees, flora and fauna and is very respectful of First Nation traditions and history. Recommended!
Noémie was a great host! She is incredibly knowledgeable on all things PNW. The tour was professional, thorough, and created an environment that felt safe to ask questions.
An amazing education and learning experience. So busy absorbing a small bit of the knowledge that Noemie shared I didn’t get pictures. An opportunity not to be missed.
We loved our tour with Noémie! Our group consisted of 7 people (ages 11-64) and we were all able to enjoy the walk through nature. Noémie was very engaging and offered lots of fun facts along the way! This old growth forest was beautiful and offered quite a bit of protection from the rain (which was nice). I would definitely recommend this outing if you are in the area!
I loved this tour with Noemie, it was well paced and informative as well as light hearted and fun. We seen SO much in this short tour and would highly recommend it.
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