Protection Island and it's surrounding west coast landscape has much to offer for the leisure and adventure traveler alike.
We would be delighted to share many more ideas on how to explore Protection Island and Nanaimo, just ask!
For more information about tourism and activities in the local area, visit Tourism Nanaimo.
- Explore the coast of Protection Island while beach combing along the Pacific Ocean
- Island hop on an ocean kayak
- Pop over to Newcastle Island, our local marine provincial park where you can take a days stroll, cycle or hike
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the easily walkable island while saying hi to the friendly islanders
- Scuba dive the depths of the reefs and sunken ships surrounding the bay
- Take advantage of all that our island location has to offer:
- Fishing
- Paddle Boarding
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Pack a picnic and hike Newcastle Island (approximately a three hour hike if you go all the way around but there are shorter routes)
- Relax on the beach and enjoy our sunsets
We would be delighted to share many more ideas on how to explore Protection Island and Nanaimo, just ask!
For more information about tourism and activities in the local area, visit Tourism Nanaimo.