East Sooke Park Coastal Hiking Tour with a Bite and Beer

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the magic of East Sooke Park on a guided hiking tour from Victoria.

Begin your adventure with a convenient pick-up in downtown Victoria aboard "Rosie," a van named in honor of the very first guest. With small group sizes of up to 8 people, enjoy a personalized and intimate experience. Journey to a stunning section of East Sooke Park, where you'll hike amidst lush rainforest, rugged coastline, with breathtaking ocean vistas.

Keep your eyes peeled for seals, whales, and a variety of seabirds. This section of the trail offers a mix of terrain, from gentle strolls to more challenging climbs, with panoramic viewpoints at every turn.

On warm days it is possible to cool off with a dip in the ocean (pack sandals!).

After your invigorating hike, head to a historic local pub, renowned for its colorful past and charm. Enjoy delicious light fare, a refreshing pint, and connect with fellow hikers, sharing stories and laughter.

What's Included

Enjoy light pub fare and a pint of craft beer (or glass of wine) after the hike.
Alcoholic Beverages
In-person Guide
Hikers can use hand crafted hiking poles to help them along the trail.
Hikers will be provided a snack and water while they are hiking.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Look for our cool green van (Rosie) in the parking spot outside the Seaplane terminal. On the side of the van you will see the signs for our company. We will also be there with our company shirts on. You can't miss us!

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Victoria

    Begin your adventure with a convenient pick-up in downtown Victoria aboard "Rosie," a van named in honor of the very first guest. With small group sizes of up to 8 people, enjoy a personalized and intimate experience. The trip takes you along the coast through scenic Metchosin and then out to East Sooke Park.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Victoria

    We will take you to a stunning section of East Sooke Park, where you'll hike amidst lush rainforest, rugged coastline, with breathtaking ocean vistas. Keep your eyes peeled for seals, whales, and a variety of seabirds. This section of the trail offers a mix of terrain, from gentle strolls to more challenging climbs, with panoramic viewpoints at every turn. Hikers on this trail can view ancient petroglyphs etched into the rock. Elders of the Becher Bay First Nation share a legend about one carving, a giant seal believed to be an elephant seal. They say this creature served as a "game-warden," safeguarding ocean species from overfishing. On warm days it is possible to cool off with a dip in the ocean (pack sandals!).

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Victoria

    After your invigorating hike, head to a historic local pub, renowned for its colorful past and charm. Enjoy delicious light fare, a refreshing pint, and connect with fellow hikers, sharing stories and laughter.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Victoria

    After visiting the pub we head back to the Seaplane terminal in Victoria. This culminates a rich experience where you will have met new friends and hiked some amazing trails.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Vancouver Island Hikes, Bites + Beer

Tags

Hiking Tours
Half-day Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Adventure Tours
Spring Break
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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