The City of Victoria and the surrounding communities of Sidney, Oak Bay, Brentwood Bay and Sooke all have marinas varying in amenities and moorage rates. Many visitors arrive in Victoria, BC by sea in medium to extremely large recreational vessels. Most always stay for an extended trip so to shop the stores, sightsee, take in an adventure and/or lounge around and take it easy.

The whole southern point of Vancouver Island is a major boating waterway with some arriving in Victoria by sail, others by motorized boat. Some of the larger boats with fine accommodations continue on to explore the rest of the west coast of British Columbia while others set out on day trips to the Gulf Islands returning to their base in a Victoria marina.

The west coast region is filled with some of the best rugged untouched virgin-like coastlines in the world to explore. There are miles of sandy beaches and plenty of coves and bays to uncover. The networks of islands and islets provide tons of excitement around every point. There are plenty of opportunities to view wildlife like Killer Whales, Black Bears, porpoises, Bald Eagles and dolphins.

There are many popular long haul destinations with Victoria being a major port in the itinerary. The inside route, between Vancouver Island and the mainland leads to such destinations as Johnstone Strait, the waterfalls of Princess Louise Inlet and the Discovery Islands. The inside route as well as the outside route, albeit rougher and not in protected waters lead to popular destinations like Desolation Sound, Broughton Archipelago and Clayoquot Sound.

Boating and sailing the west coast is a memory you will never forget. (more information on Vancouver Island Marina and Waterway Routes)