Before we begin our adventures, we pause.
Island Trails Ecotours operates on the traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt), W̱SÁNEĆ, and Dididaht First Nations. These lands have been cared for since time immemorial. We are deeply grateful to explore, learn, and guide with respect on these ancestral lands of southern Vancouver Island.
Every Hiking Tour Victoria experience we offer is shaped by this relationship to a place.
Slow travel.
Deep listening.
And a whole lot of awe.
Here are some of the unforgettable locations you’ll explore with Island Trails Ecotours.
Mystic Beach
Mystic Beach feels like a secret.
A forest trail winds through moss-draped trees. Ferns glow green. The air smells alive.
Then the ocean appears.
A waterfall spills directly onto the beach. Waves crash. Driftwood towers like sculptures. This stop is emotional. Powerful. Humbling.
It’s a highlight on our Hiking Tour Victoria routes for a reason.
Wild. Raw. Memorable.
Sandcut Beach
Sandcut Beach is drama.
Short hike. Big reward.
First you wander between Sitka Giants. Then you step out of the forest and hear it before you see it. A waterfall pouring over sandstone cliffs. Mist in the air. Ocean at your feet.
This stop delivers instant joy.
It’s perfect for photos.
And even better in person.
A classic Hiking Tour Victoria moment.
East Sooke Regional Park
This is where the rugged side of the island shows off.
East Sooke is vast. Coastal. Untamed.
Bluffs rise above crashing waves. Arbutus trees twist toward the sun. Ancient Petroglyphs adorn the rocks. Every corner feels cinematic. Wildlife abounds.
This park is for hikers who want space. Silence. Perspective.
On a Hiking Tour Victoria, East Sooke reminds you how big nature really is.
Jurassic Grove
Jurassic Grove feels ancient.
Because it is.
Towering old-growth Sitka spruce stretch skyward. The forest floor is soft. Quiet. Almost sacred.
You don’t rush here.
You slow down.
This stop is about connection.
To land.
To time.
To something bigger.
A hidden gem on our Hiking Tour Victoria experiences.
Goldstream Provincial Park
Goldstream is iconic.
Especially in the fall, when salmon return to spawn. Eagles circle overhead. The forest hums with life.
But Goldstream shines year-round. Lush trails. Giant trees. Easy access from Victoria.
It’s the perfect blend of wild and welcoming.
And a cornerstone of our Hiking Tour Victoria offerings.
Francis King Regional Park
Francis King feels like a local secret.
Close to the city. Deep in the forest.
Trails weave through wetlands and towering trees. Birds call. Light filters softly through the canopy.
This is a place to breathe.
On a Hiking Tour Victoria, Francis King offers calm, grounding energy.
Gentle. Green. Restorative.
Botanical Beach
Botanical Beach is pure magic.
Timing is everything here. At low tide, the ocean reveals its hidden world.
Sea stars. Anemones. Tide pools bursting with life.
Every step teaches you something new.
This stop blends education with wonder.
A perfect finale or standout moment on a Hiking Tour Victoria.
Why Choose a Hiking Tour Victoria with Island Trails Ecotours?
Because we don’t just hike.
We interpret.
We connect.
We slow things down.
Island Trails Ecotours offers small-group, immersive Hiking Tour Victoria experiences designed for curious travelers, nature lovers, and people who want more than just a walk in the woods.
This is Vancouver Island, experienced deeply.
Step by step.
Trail by trail.
See ALL our Victoria Adventures here
or