FISHING CHARTERS & PACKAGE SPECIALS

Specializing in West Coast Salmon and Halibut Fishing, and Dive Charters.

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Let our professional tour promoter arrange a package for you that is sure to enhance your vacation and fulfill your dreams! At Elk Ridge Estate, golfing, fishing, scuba diving, horseback riding, kayaking, hiking, biking, boating, sailing, bird watching, marine and wildlife viewing, sightseeing, helicopter and seaplane tours, gallery, winery, farm and eco tours, the very best in British Columbia, are just minutes away! This is your dream vacation, and at Elk Ridge we believe that vacations- whether they are for a weekend, or for a week or more- should be fun, unique and stress free! We will arrange your tour package based entirely upon YOU. YOUR choice of activities, YOUR time schedule and YOUR personal levels of experience and ability! At Elk Ridge we are passionate about nature and the environment, with fishing, ecological hunting and scuba diving among our passions. We feel lucky to live amidst such an abundance of natural attractions, surrounded by nature, the ocean, forests and mountains and look forward to sharing the pristine beauty of the Cowichan Valley with you. Whether you are seeking relaxation or adventure- you tell us, we will prepare an itinerary just for you that will be ready and complete upon your arrival! So come, have fun, Tour Cowichan!

Please tell us about yourself, and what you would like to do well in advance to ensure enough time for us to arrange your package, and confirm it with you, before your arrival date. If you are a scuba diver you will enjoy our on-site fresh water rinsing station, drying facility, lock-up and more! A minimum of two weeks is acceptable for arranging your tour packages, but the more time the better! We will make every effort to accommodate last minute requests. Remember, this is Cowichan, where things are always better and the good times never stop! It’s busy, and it’s fun, so book your tours early, call today!

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Saltwater Fishing Charters and Packages

Fish for trophy salmon and halibut off of the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island. Our experienced guides are certain to fulfill your expectations for a fishing vacation of a lifetime! Our world class fishing charters are all in top quality marine vessels and depart from Port Renfrew, approximately two hours from Victoria or one hour from Lake Cowichan. Port Renfrew also offers fantastic nature and wildlife viewing, beach combing, glorious botanical gardens, whale watching and exploring the fascinating old growth rainforests.

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River Kayaking Packages

Experience the wonders of Cowichan's emerald jewel...The Heritage Cowichan River! Nestled among mossy forests and towering rock bluffs you may even catch a glimpse of bear, eagles, beaver, river otter and much more!
Spectacular all-inclusive inflatable kayak tours for ages as young as 8, up to Senior "young at heart" adventurers! White Water Courses available.

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Whale Watching and Wildlife Viewing Packages

Join us for an exhilarating Zodiac excursion departing from historic Cowichan Bay. You will witness magnificent marine life and exquisite scenery. Experience the Pacific waterways that surround beautiful Vancouver Island and the smaller Gulf Islands. Visit Saturna Island and one of BC’s most unique vineyards and winery, or take a journey with us and experience Butchart Gardens, the world renowned, 55 acre brilliant floral display. Our tours combine the thrill of an open boat west coast marine adventure with the opportunity to experience a unique combination of sightseeing and educational activities.

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Cowichan River Fishing Charters and Scenic Tour Packages

Fish Vancouver Island's World Class COWICHAN RIVER for Spectacular Steelhead, Salmon and Trout!
Internationally recognized for its wild salmon and steelhead fisheries, the Cowichan is rated every year as one of the top ten rivers in British Columbia!

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Horseback Trail Ride Packages

Say hello to Casper! If you were to ride the old trails up and around Mt. Prevost a thousand times, you'd always have something new to talk about. As your trusty horse follows a trail through the dense forests you'll likely see deer and elk amble by... bears, wolves and eagles are likely to be keeping an eye on you. Our rustic Western scenery is as spectacular as it can possibly get!

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Experience world class scuba diving!

Welcome all scuba divers! Experience world-class scuba diving! Scuba Diving magazine rates BC shore diving third best in the world, surpassed only by Bonaire and the Virgin Islands. Although we rate 3rd, ahead still of Hawaii, Cayman and the Red Sea we here believe the diving to be the best in all the world! Book a boat dive or shore dive with us! Advance notice please! At Elk Ridge Estate we have a fresh water gear rinsing station and a lock up facility for your peace of mind while you are participating in many of the other adventures here in Cowichan. We also offer a special package, exclusive to our guests, including hot lunch, towels, blankets and more! Dive now!

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Kayak Day and Multi Day Tours

Experience the wonders of the ocean and nature. Paddle with us along rugged coastlines and visit beautiful secluded beaches. View eagles, whales, sea lions and jumping salmon as you glide quietly by! Experience the romance of a sunset, sunrise or a moonlight paddle!

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Golf anyone!

World class championship golf course, the finest in the valley, just two minutes from your door!

The course is an exceptionally strong mix of parkland and links style holes exquisitely sculpted from the gently rolling and verdant landscape.

Duncan Meadows Golf & Country Club

Arbutus Ridge Golf and Country Club

Sailing Tours

Captain Tom invites you to come for a sailing cruise from Genoa Bay, located just outside Duncan on Vancouver Island.

We are at the doorstep of the Gulf Islands, world famous as one of the best sail cruising areas in the world.

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Private Charters

Private charters in an enclosed cabin with full galley and washroom facilities. Cruise to dinner, whale watch, visit Butchart Gardens and stay for the fireworks, or simply relax and let your stress melt away with a romantic champagne cruise into the sunset! Customize your tour, just let our Captain know what interests you and he will do his best to fulfill your wishes. He and his vessel are fully certified!

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Cutural Tours

Experience the rich cultural tradition of the Quw’utsun People. Enjoy a truly unique variety of educational and entertaining experiences.

Listen to the legends of the Quw’utsun People, who have lived in the Cowichan Valley for hundreds of years.

Savor a delicious traditional Salmon BBQ, an oral history of the Cowichan People, or a performance on the Riverbank of the songs and dances that have been passed down for many generations.

Browse the Gallery and Gift shop where you will find many handcrafted pieces of art, and of course world renowned Genuine Cowichan Sweater!

Don’t miss the totem walk, to fully experience our native culture! There are many Native Heritage and Cultural Tours to enjoy, and they are all interesting, educational and fun! Let us book your tour today!

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Taste Cowichan!
We are famous for our local fine wines and cider! Pick up a few bottles to take home with you! Don’t forget some of our famous local cheese to enjoy with your delicious wine! The “drive yourself” wine route includes many wineries as well as a cider house making some of the best apple cider we’ve ever tasted! The wineries are all well marked and very easy to find. However if you would like to participate as part of a tour, please call ahead and allow us to arrange your tour for you! You will soon be a true lover of our valleys wines!

Mountain Biking and Cycling Tours

The Cowichan region boasts some of the most incredible trails and terrain around, all within minutes of Elk Ridge Estate! Take a road tour through lush farmlands and gentle rolling hills, taking a dip in the river to cool off. For the more adventurous, experience hair raising extreme downhill cycling on one of the famous local mountains! Call us to arrange your guided tour, or how about some lessons in mountain biking? Take a tour accompanied by an experienced and knowledgeable guide.

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Explore our local estuaries and marsh for unbelievable bird watching and photo opportunities! Walk a host of trails through the old growth forests, or take a scenic drive through rolling farmland, stopping for a guided agricultural tour! During summer, don't miss the opportunity to take an exhilarating sightseeing tour on a guided river tubing expedition!