Courtenay

Flanked by the deep blue waters of the Strait of Georgia and the rugged, mountainous interior of Strathcona Provincial Park, Courtenay is a vibrant city that offers a healthy mix of urban accomodation and easy access to the outdoors. From water sports along the coast to mountain biking the Comox Valley, and multi-day backpacking treks through Strathcona Park, this region is perfectly suited to meet all of your adventure needs, regardless of your skill level or interests.

Although some areas of Vancouver Island outside of Victoria may seem remote, Courtenay is actually very accessible to travellers via several different modes of transportation that include plane, car, and a ferry from Powell River on the Sunshine Coast. This gives you a greater flexibility not only when planning a trip, but also to change your plans on the fly mid-adventure. If you are thinking of making the trip out to Vancouver Island, you should strongly consider making Courtenay your jumping-off point to explore the beautiful and diverse landscapes that can be found in this breathtaking part of British Columbia.