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Sample Itineraries

From unforgettable adventures to moments of quiet discovery, our suggested itineraries offer a glimpse of what's possible. Find your inspiration, then make the journey your own.

  • Fresh produce harvested from the garden for a dining experience at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge.

    Three Nights in Clayoquot Sound

    Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
    Duration 3 nights
  • A man on a wooden dock secures a seaplane docked in the water, with a forested hillside in the background.

    Day One | Welcome to the Wilderness

    Step off the seaplane and onto a horse-drawn wagon for the ride to the lodge, where Canadian sparkling wine awaits. Explore The Outpost or settle in at The Ivanhoe for cocktails and views across Clayoquot Sound before dinner in The Cookhouse.

    GO WILD
    GO WILD
  • Aerial view of Vancouver Island's rugged coastline, featuring a sandy beach, dense evergreen forest, and mist-shrouded mountains in the distance.

    Day Two | From River to Sky

    Start the morning with an invigorating glacial plunge before hiking the Penny Falls Trail past forest, swimming holes, and a waterfall. Then trade the trail for the sky on the Sip to Sky heli experience, landing among alpine lakes for a mountaintop picnic. Back at the lodge, unwind with a swim or hot tub soak before dinner and s’mores around the fire.

    AIM HIGHER
    AIM HIGHER
  • A black bear sits on a rocky, seaweed-covered shore next to calm water.

    Day Three | Wildlife on the Water

    Cruise Clayoquot Sound on the Sights of the Sound marine adventure, watching the shoreline and open water for black bears, whales, otters, seals, and even orcas.

    KEEP WATCH
    KEEP WATCH
  • A person receives a massage on a table inside an open canvas tent, with large wooden poles forming the structure.

    Turn up the adventure with canyoning, beginning with an e-bike ride and paddle up the glacier-fed Bedwell River before scrambling over boulders and leaping into the whitewater. Recover with a sauna and massage at Healing Grounds Spa, then toast the day over cocktails, private dining, and a nightcap beneath the stars.

    DIVE RIGHT IN
    DIVE RIGHT IN
  • Day Four | One Last Paddle

    Day Four | One Last Paddle

    Fuel up with breakfast before taking to the water by canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard. After lunch, board the horse-drawn carriage for the ride back to the dock and your departing seaplane.

    PADDLE ON
    PADDLE ON
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  • Scenic view of the rugged coastal landscape at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge for the Four Nights on the Wild Coast itinerary.

    Four Nights on the Wild Coast

    Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
    Duration 4 nights
  • Artfully plated dish with sauce drizzles on a dark plate, next to a wine glass and cutlery on a wooden table.

    Day One | Into the Wild

    Arrive by seaplane and horse-drawn wagon, then settle in with a glass of Canadian sparkling wine and your personalized itinerary. As night falls, head to The Cookhouse for contemporary coastal cuisine and your first taste of the adventures ahead.

    LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN
    LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN
  • A couple enjoys a scenic picnic on a mountain ridge overlooking a pristine blue bay and lush green forests under a clear sky.

    Day Two | Boots, Then Wings

    Hike through 400-year-old forest, deep valleys, and mountain streams on the Ursus Valley Trail, keeping watch for wildlife along the way. Then swap your hiking boots for a helicopter on the Sip to Sky experience, landing atop Ursus Peak for a luxury picnic. End the day with dinner and s’mores beneath the stars.

    TAKE IT TO THE TOP
    TAKE IT TO THE TOP
  • Man in a yellow helmet and wetsuit swims in a clear river surrounded by mossy rocks and evergreen trees.

    Day Three | Into the Rapids

    Ease into the day with the sunrise stretch, a trail run, or a mountain bike ride before taking on the canyoning expedition. E-bike through the valley, paddle the glacier-fed Bedwell River, scramble over boulders, and take the leap into the whitewater.

    MAKE A SPLASH
    MAKE A SPLASH
  • Close-up of a horse's head with a blonde mane, wearing a bridle and a turquoise rope halter.

    Trade the river for the trail on a guided horseback ride through the valley. Back at the lodge, watch twilight settle over Clayoquot Sound from The Ivanhoe rooftop with a cocktail before dinner in The Cookhouse.

    HIT THE TRAIL
    HIT THE TRAIL
  • Woman in hot tub overlooking a lake and forested mountains on a cloudy day.

    Day Four | Choose Your Pace

    Start the morning on the water, choosing from canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards. Spend the afternoon slowing down with a treatment at Healing Grounds Spa or a soak in the hot tub. Or keep moving with a mountain bike ride to The Oasis. Come evening, settle in for cocktails and dinner overlooking the sound.

    YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY
    YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY
  • Seaplane taxiing on water in front of a dense, evergreen forest.

    Day Five | One Last Adventure

    Enjoy breakfast overlooking the Bedwell River before one last guided paddle. Then linger over an alfresco lunch on The Cookhouse deck before the horse-drawn carriage arrives to take you back to the dock.

    STAY WILD
    STAY WILD
Sample itinerary
  • Fresh produce and greenery being gathered during a garden and foraging experience at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge.

    Seven Nights of Bedwell Adventure

    Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
    Duration 7 nights
  • A pink cocktail garnished with a blackberry and lemon slice on a wooden coaster.

    Day One | Welcome to the Wild

    Arrive at The Outpost, toast the week ahead with sparkling wine, and settle into your luxury tent. Take in the views over a cocktail at The Ivanhoe before dinner in The Cookhouse, where a daily-changing menu offers your first taste of the Pacific Northwest.

    SETTLE IN
    SETTLE IN
  • Diver leaps from a wooden platform into a calm lake, surrounded by evergreen forest and mountains.

    Day Two | Wildlife and Waterfalls

    Cruise Clayoquot Sound in search of black bears, whales, sea lions, orcas, eagles, and other local wildlife. In the afternoon, head up the valley for the Penny Falls Trail Hike, where spectacular views, a waterfall, and a refreshing swimming hole await. Return for drinks, dinner, and stories from the day.

    KEEP EXPLORING
    KEEP EXPLORING
  • Waterfall cascading down a rocky, tree-lined mountainside, surrounded by dense green forest.

    Day Three | Rapids to Rooftops

    Take on canyoning with an e-bike ride, upstream paddle, boulder scramble, and optional leap into the rapids. Recover at Healing Grounds Spa with a treatment, sauna, or cedar hot tub before lifting off on an Alpine Scenic flight over Mount Mariner Glacier. End the day with private dining and s’mores beneath the stars.

    GO ALL IN
    GO ALL IN
  • A person wearing a white cowboy hat rides a brown and white horse through dense, green ferns in a forest.

    Day Four | Saddle and Set Sights

    Ride horseback through old-growth forest and fern-filled landscapes before testing your aim at the archery range. Keep the adventure going with a mountain bike ride to The Oasis, or trade activity for a hot tub soak before dinner in The Cookhouse.

    TAKE YOUR SHOT
    TAKE YOUR SHOT
  • A helicopter sits on a rocky mountain slope as three people pose for a photo with a dramatic, cloudy mountain backdrop.

    Day Five | Find a Higher Ground

    Start with the sunrise stretch before taking to the skies for a heli-hiking adventure to the summit of Mount Ursus, where 360-degree wilderness views await. Spend the afternoon at leisure, then pull up a seat at the kitchen bar for dinner before a late-night soak beneath the stars.

    REACH NEW HEIGHTS
    REACH NEW HEIGHTS
  • Man on a boat fishing with a rod and reel on the water, with a forested coastline in the background.

    Day Six | Cast and Climb

    Brave an early glacial plunge, then head onto the water for West Coast fishing, trawling for Chinook salmon and jigging for rock cod. After lunch, test your skills on seven guided rock-climbing routes overlooking the sound before returning for a dinner inspired by British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest.

    GET HOOKED
    GET HOOKED
  • Three hikers ascend a mossy, root-covered trail through a lush, old-growth forest with tall trees.

    Day Seven | Deep in the Forest

    Hike through the ancient cedars and western hemlocks of Ursus Valley, stopping for a gourmet picnic and perhaps a swim along the way. Back at the lodge, recover with a massage, sauna, or cedar hot tub before one last dinner at The Cookhouse.

    GO DEEPER
    GO DEEPER
  • Three hikers ascend a mossy, root-covered trail through a lush, old-growth forest with tall trees.

    Day Eight | One Last Paddle

    Make the most of your final morning with a canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard adventure. Return for lunch before boarding the horse-drawn carriage for the ride back to the dock and your departing seaplane.

    PADDLE ON
    PADDLE ON
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