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- Belinda EBrisbane, Australia575 contributionsWe attended for the Christmas lights and it was lovely. Pricing is fairly reasonable and it's definitely one of the must see attractions on Vancouver Island.
The gardens are a fairly long way from Victoria so, without a car, it can be a bit of a mission to get there. We went as part of a private tour and appreciated being dropped off and picked up. It is all open air and there aren't many places to hide out from the rain so make sure you are prepared for the weather.
The gardens are extensive so allow a good few hours to get around and see everything.Written 10 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CanadocFort Langley, Canada149 contributionsA very peaceful walk around the inner harbour and went back again at night to get photos of the lights on the Parliament buildings.Written 1 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- melindag168Seattle, WA45 contributionsGorgeous park super close to downtown. Fall colors are spectacular and I’ve never seen so many wild peacocks wandering around. Lots of water features, lovely landscaping. Worth a visit, especially in fall!Written 28 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- digitalrocCalgary, Canada2,138 contributionsWhile visiting Ucluelet, I drove to the Wild Pacific Trail at Brown’s Beach to check it out. The trail is very nice, and the views are spectacular! Despite the light rain, the hike on this trail was amazing!Written 23 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bill B1 contributionOur guide Curt was was very informative patient, educated and funny. EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE.
This was our first time Caving and won't be our last. This is a must try experience.Written 12 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Sandie ZCalgary, Canada62 contributionsGreat beach to watch surfers and walk dogs. Close to many resorts a good safe walking path along hwy to walk or bike. Friendly people we met walking mostly from the island and frequent visitors.Written 25 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lbroome705Courtenay, Canada91 contributionsSo beautiful, lots of gorgeous nature to see and we got some great photos. We split our time between hiking trails and exploring the beaches. We have come to Tofino and Ucluelet several times in later summer but late May/early June was better timing - way less hot for us. Enjoyed the forest in the rain.Written 3 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Accessible Travel GuyYukon, Canada1,561 contributionsA walk through an incredible forest 🌳
A dream for any nature enthusiast, this place won’t disappoint. A wonderful place to check out large tall trees, vegetation, moss, and mushrooms 🍄. The place is accessible with outhouses and a nice board walk. Do be careful as the board walk is slippery when it’s wet, so walking with crutches or canes might be a challenge.
Great they put this in place, as it’s an easy way to check out an amazing forest without needing to take a lot of time, however you will want to spend a lot of time here as it’s quite surreal to be there. Definitely worth the stop to check outWritten 24 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Karen MMississauga, Canada63 contributionsBeautiful trail through the rainforest. We took loop B, across the road from the parking. It was so cool to be in a graforst, see the nurse trees, and hear the birds cawing. The trail is a wooden boardwalk. In a few places a board was missing or the boards were eroding, but for the most part it was in good shape. Many stretches did not have a railing. Some steep stairs in a few spots, which my mom managed well, despite being in her 80s.Written 13 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Al GLondon, UK17 contributionsOnce you arrive at the island, the walk across the island is a proper 30 minutes walk but it’s all boardwalk and not difficult, just be careful not to run and slip! The hot springs are fantastic - a quick plunge in the sea mid way through our time there am than back into the warmth of the springs. You do need some kind of footwear because it is slippery. There are changing rooms (basic but completely adequate) there. This was a highlight of my vacation so far (using Jamie’s Whaling Station)Written 28 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- digitalrocCalgary, Canada2,138 contributionsI drove to Long Beach for a morning walk along the beach. There was less than a handful of people on the entire beach. I took off my sandals and walked in the water and along the clean beach. It was lightly raining, cold and windy, even with the weather, it was fantastic! For someone coming from a land lock area, I had moments of overwhelming joy and elation at this beach!Written 23 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nan MChipman, Canada2 contributionsLovely drive, some wildlife, driftwood, solitude when you want it, beautiful views, great place for a walk tooWritten 2 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TERRAvelistaLondon, UK18,525 contributionsA truly magical place we really enjoyed, I would say almost on par with the amazing well known butterfly gardens located around the world:
- very helping older and super gorgeous receptionist (and my hello once again to her and her amazing lashes) detailing us where to go and see
- hard at work ants located near the reception area together with a few reptiles
- gorgeous butterflies in the main butterfly house, many large ones simply landing on you if you smell naturally sweet and have lively colours on you
- well thought arrangement with waterfalls and very happy tiny turtles, as well as pink flamingo, besides gorgeous plants and koi carp in the water
- several types of parrots, some friendlier than others, especially the green one (reminding me of the Ring neck parakeets I used to feed in Hyde Park in London, UK) who started paying attention and mimicking me in a matter of seconds: how clever is he!!!
- more tiny birds flying all directions and singing their happiness to their heart's content
- the entry fee is around 20 dollars, however groups of over 10 get discounts
- I would suspect at the weekend or summer time to be very busyWritten 9 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - KjayKlamath Falls, OR655 contributionsThis woodland/wildflower garden sequestered in a residential neighborhood (at 1964 Fairfield Road) offers an uncrowded, unique garden experience – blending natural & enhanced landscapes into an artistic tapestry. Native ferns and Garry Oaks dazzle, along with the Gargantuan rhododendrons snaking skyward, tranquil lily ponds reflecting darting dragonflies, lichen-splotched boulders warming slender lizards & wizened Bonsai trees, & eye-catching flowers brightening footpaths that serenely circle to secluded resting spots. Definitely a place to slow your pace, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of Nature.
Street-side parking is limited, but you can park on side streets, and easily walk to the garden entryway – where there may be several tables with native plants or tulip bulbs for sale. Admission is by donation, and a friendly volunteer will greet you, & provide a flyer for your self-guided walking tour.
We enjoyed two hours wandering around – photographing the flowers & wild birds (over 20 species noted there); and talking to other visitors, as well as chatting with the very knowledgeable, volunteer garden staff. When we visited in September, the Golden-crowned Kinglets & Anna’s Hummingbirds were most enchanting! At the Summerhouse, be sure to browse through the wonderful photo books that identify (by season) so many of the featured flowers & trees.
And don’t forget to look in the eloquent Gift Shop by the Teahouse. Our favorite were the handcrafted porcelain pins of cats & dogs – with “22-carat gold lustre”, created by artist Winnie Tam.
In 2000, The Land Conservancy of British Columbia acquired Abkhazi Garden “to protect this local treasure” – which is truly a memorable Victoria experience, off the beaten path, and not to be missed!Written 23 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - VectorBosonUpstate New York96 contributionsA small zoo yet a fascinating experience. A good range of creatures displayed in a series of aquaria. Stick insects to cockroaches to spiders to woodlice to goodness knows what. We spent about an hour and a half looking around and taking photographs (flash not permitted, understandably).Written 15 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
