Things to do in Regional District of Nanaimo

Activities, attractions and tours

A forested area with a small waterfall, moss-covered rocks, and autumn-colored leaves.
A large, colorful sculpture of a sea creature on a waterfront.
A large cannon on display, secured with chains and wheels, on a tiled surface.
A calm lake with scattered rocks and a distant shoreline.
A beach with a seashell and a rainbow in the background.

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From Nanaimo: Strait of Georgia Seaplane Experience

Nanaimo: Strait of Georgia Seaplane Tour with a stop at Sechelt

RM846
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanaimo: Strait of Georgia Seaplane Tour with a stop at Sechelt
Our new semi-covered vessel has warm seating indoors and a viewing platform at the stern.

Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat

RM729
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat
Our open boats comfortably seat 12 passengers and have a washroom onboard!

Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour

RM729
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour
Tofino to Nanaimo: Private car transfer

Tofino to Nanaimo: Private car transfer

RM1,824
per traveller
Tofino to Nanaimo: Private car transfer
Nanaimo Private Whale Watching

Nanaimo Private Whale Watching

RM7,002
per traveller
Nanaimo Private Whale Watching
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A rocky beach with people, a lodge, and mountains in the background.

Parksville Beach

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Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Parksville Beach during your travels in Parksville? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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A mountainous landscape with a lake, forested areas, and snow-capped peaks.

Qualicum Bay

A wooden bridge with colorful sail-like structures on the right.

Parksville

A room with a wooden table, various framed artworks on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

Qualicum Beach

A steel bridge in a dense forest.

Errington

A forested island surrounded by calm water, with mountains in the background.

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