Experience Providers

Embark on an unforgettable experience with EV Tours as we invite you to discover the enchanting beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture of Victoria, BC, and its surrounding gems, including Southern Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island. Elevate your travel experience with our personalized private tours, with knowledgeable local guides that cater to your individual preferences and pace. We offer a diverse range of experiences in our luxury vehicles, from tours to world renowned Butchart Gardens by countryside roads, to invigorating forest and seaside hikes, to captivating city tours. Tailored to various interests, our tours cater to: History Buffs: Uncover the allure of historical marvels, including castles, historical communities, and charming neighborhoods that echo the tales of bygone eras. Hidden Gems Enthusiasts: Embark on a scenic tour from stunning waterways and serene lagoons to picturesque seaside communities. Art Lovers: Enjoy a day trip to Salt Spring Island

The original Vancouver Food Tour guides locals and visitors to Vancouver’s best restaurant gems. A passionate team of food and drink experts entertain guests on the delectable and informative tours. On our most popular Gastown Tasting Tour and Craft Beer Tour, enjoy hand-selected food and drink pairings at multiple restaurants in the historic neighbourhood. We take care of everything so just relax and enjoy the adventure. Our newest brewery tour, Your Vancouver Brewery Experience leads guests behind the doors of Molson Coors Canada, Western Canadas largest and most recognized brewery. Guests will tour through the historic brewery’s can filling and brewhouse operations, learn the science behind beer making, and enjoy a guided beer tasting. Our progressive dining menu focuses on local, seasonal, and sustainable fare, including BC wines, craft beers, cheeses and charcuterie, seafood, and much more.

Solace Organic Spa is delighted to be the premier Organic Spa in Canada and celebrates over 16 years of serving Salt Spring Island local and visiting spa enthusiasts! Our boutique day spa offers exceptional professional massage and a variety of holistic spa therapies in a beautiful zen forest garden by some of Salt Spring Islands finest, qualified practitioners. We feature our local organic aromatherapy skincare brand, formulated in small batches using ecologically conscious and ethically sourced ingredients to nourish your well-being and the earth we share. Our focus is on inner beauty and spa as a state of mind and heart for enhanced well-being. 2021 GREEN designation Vancouver Island Green Business Collective 2021 Ocean Friendly Business designation from Surfrider 2020 & 2019 TripAdvisor Travellers Choice #1 Salt Spring Island Spa 2018 Salt Spring Island Favourite Spa Treatment 2011 Salt Spring Island Green Business of the Year

ArtCraft is the longest running fine arts and crafts shows in BC and the home to the work of over 100 fine artists and craftspeople, representing the very best of Salt Spring and the Gulf Islands. On show is everything imaginable from fine oil paintings, ceramics, woodwork, jewelry, basketry, fibre arts to handmade soaps.Located in downtown Ganges, in historic Mahon hall, it is one of the “must see” attractions of any visit to Salt Spring.

Customized, private kayak tour for 2 to 6 people, starting at $150 per group. Kayak Salt Spring’s mission is to provide family-oriented, educational, and environmentally friendly kayaking adventures that promote the natural beauty and preservation of Salt Spring Island’s wilderness. We use Canadian made Delta 14s and 20Ts on all of our tours.

Coastal Bliss Adventures Ltd. is an Wilderness Adventure company, based on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. We specialize in multi-day and day hiking, backpacking, kayaking and canoeing adventure tours. Our signature hiking tour is The West Coast Trail, located in “our backyard”.

Salt Spring Island is strikingly beautiful in its natural geography and has much to has to offer; from its beautiful mountains, parks, and beaches to its thriving artistic and agricultural community. Tour Salt Spring provides Sight-Seeing Tours, Wine Tasting Tours, and Private Charters. We specialize in giving you a unique experience of Salt Spring Island by sharing our local knowledge of the islands history, culture, ecology, and hidden gem We are dedicated to guiding our guests through a full experience at a relaxing pace. You can book through our website, by phone or email, and then simply show up! We can even pick you up from the ferry. Take advantage of our experience and our exclusive connections to plan a personalized itinerary; ask about our Custom Vacation options. We’ll take care of logistics and operations including, pick up, drop off, and flexible scheduling. Relax into your island adventure, and let us be your guide. Masks and proof of vaccination are required.

Are you an art fan looking for fresh contemporary fine art? We are a vibrant artist owned collective showcasing top-notch contemporary ceramics, fused & stained glass, painting, textile art, jewelry, sculpture and photography. We offer a beautiful relaxing art space, workshops, showroom rental, special events and daily opportunities to meet the artist. We pride ourselves on being an inspiring and friendly art hub for patrons and artists alike. Drop in today and directly support island artists.

Using high resolution scanning technology, award-winning photographer Janet Dwyer captures botanical and nature scenes. Organic materials such as plants, feathers, bones, ice, and live insects find their way into her compositions, becoming part of a story or metaphor for human emotions and interactions. Limited Edition Prints, Artist’s Proofs, cards and small prints available. Drop by during a studio opening or call for an appointment to visit.

Our small-group Hop on Hop off “Artisan Trail ” shuttle is the perfect way to explore, sip and savour your way through some of the best local artisans & attractions on the Salt Spring Island!

Starting in the heart of Ganges Village, we head out of town and off the beaten path on a spectacularly scenic 28km loop trail that winds its way through forested roads and seaside scenery, with epic stops at

• Spring Island Cheese & Goat Farm
• Salt Spring Brewing Co.
• Burgoyne Bay Provincial Park
• Garry Oaks Estate Winery
• Ciderworks & Salt Spring Apple Co.
• Ganges Village & Public Market

Along the trail expect to discover delicious locally made offerings such as charcuterie, pastries, chutneys, spreads and home baked sweets to pair with at many of the stops! This is a “must-do” experience for anyone visiting Salt Spring Island!

Garry Oaks Estate is a boutique winery. In 1999, Originally a sheep farm, the was converted to a vineyard and planted with Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Gewurztraminer and Zweigelt. The award winning wines are a hidden gem. Sustainability and philanthropy are the hallmarks of the current owner.

We are a 100% certified organic cidery located on the beautiful Salt Spring Island. We bought our property in 2011 and became certified organic shortly after in 2013. Currently, the ingredients in the majority of our products are grown on property using our over 3,500 apple trees consisting of over 450 varieties. What we dont source from our orchard, we get from other farms on Salt Spring Island. We mainly focus on dry cider as we feel it best captures the complexity and taste of our apples, however with our incredible range of 16 ciders, we have something for everyone. If our ciders didnt catch your attention, the view from our tasting room and orchard sure will! We sit on over 3 acres of land with an unbelievable view of the water and mountains. We look forward to seeing you!

A glassblowing studio and adjacent gallery where recycled glass is used to create giftware and unique art pieces. Demonstrations, classes, and more. Super energy efficient glass furnaces, developed at The Foundry are in use now in over 30 countries. Over 250,000 pounds of scrap glass has been re-melted since 1996.

If you are looking for a sacred space to host a wellness retreat, attend a yoga or Ayurveda getaway, to complete a Yoga Teacher Training, or simply a quiet spot for a tranquil overnight stay, then youve arrived! We are a non-profit educational and spiritual retreat Centre dedicated to teaching the core principles of yoga which embody peace, resilience, and belonging. Founded in 1981 by the Dharma Sara Satsang, in honor of master yogi Baba Hari Dass from India the Centre is the west coast of Canadas longest running spiritual and wellness retreat Centre. Here, the magic of our 69 acres of land weaves together with the stories of those transformed by it and the spirit of selfless service is sewn into every tiny detail. It all happens here.