Here in Campbell River, we’re big fans of giving our loved ones the gift of an experience. Few things can top getting to try new things and create memories to last a lifetime.
We are extremely lucky to have so many incredible experiences right here in our backyard. READ ON to discover the best gifts for all the special people in your life.
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Tour & Taste
Take a tour of local breweries and wineries with Campbell River Adventure tours. This is the ideal opportunity to taste locally made wine and beer and learn about the process and the geniuses behind the taste.
Wild Adventure
For the wildlife lover in your life, consider giving the gift of a wildlife watching excursion. Opt for a fast paced zodiac adventure or a low key covered boat ride to search for Orcas, Humpback Whales, Bald Eagles, Dolphins, Seals and Sea Lions.
Or treat them to a relaxing kayak tour of the Campbell River Estuary with Island Joy Rides. this diverse eco-system is home to a number of birds and other animals.
Life-long Learning
For the life long learner, gift them a year’s membership to the Museum at Campbell River, this includes free entry throughout the year as well as a discount on programming put on through the museum.
Or treat them to an immersive cultural experience with Homalco Wildlife and Cultural Tours. Their People, Water, Land tour offers guests the chance to travel with a Homalco guide to their traditional territory of Bute Inlet. Along the way, they will be treated to traditional stories and songs.
Want to follow routes from times past? An ideal option would be the Historic Mail Flight with Corilair, travel by floatplane to remote destinations only accessible by boat or float, along the way your pilot will tell stories about the area.
Dine Out
Grab a gift certificate to a local restaurant, we recommend Harbour Grill, Quay West and Anglers Dining for a night out with that special someone.Angling Experience
Campbell River is known as the fishing capital of the world, treat the angler in your life to a once in a lifetime fishing excursion in the famous Tyee Pool, or for the freshwater fisherman gift a customizable river fishing tour.
Shop Local
Shopping local is something we always advocate for. Stores like Bough and Antler Northwest Goods, Mussels and More and French Creek Collective make it easy to find unique gifts made locally!
