Cheyenne’s Recommendations
Thanks for joining us on a Whale Watching adventure! Whether you are new to the island, just visiting, or have lived here for years, it’s never too late to be a tourist in your own town. I’ve put together a few lists of my favourite places to eat, hikes to enjoy and sites to see.
At the bottom are also a few links to websites where you can find more information about the Salish Sea, Bigg’s and Resident Orcas and our other marine wildlife.
Places to eat!
Lighthouse Pub and Bistro
A pub and family restaurant right on the harbour. You can watch sea planes taking off and landing while you enjoy some delicious food!
Troller’s Fish and Chips
Delicious fish and chips right on the water. Just seconds away from our office in the Nanaimo Harbour. Open seasonally.
Asteras
The best Greek food in town!
La Stella Trattoria
Authentic Italian, stone-fired pizza and hand-made pasta.
Burnt Honey
Tasty treats are made entirely in-house!
Things to do and places to see
Ammonite Falls
A gorgeous hike to a waterfall just outside the city of Nanaimo
Cable Bay Trail
Just south of Nanaimo in Cedar, the Cable Bay trail takes you along the edge of Dodd Narrows.
Neck Point Park
An easy trail along the shores of the Strait of Georgia. If you’re lucky, and you bring binoculars, you might get to see some whales from the shore!
Piper’s Lagoon
Just south of Neck Point, another beautiful trail along the water with a large beach. Steeper terrain along some small cliffs provides beautiful views of the Salish Sea
Extension Ridge and the Abyss
A hike in the heart of Nanaimo that brings you to the Abyss. Watch your step - it’s a long way down!
THE SALISH SEA
Species at Risk in Canada
Read about all the species in Canada that need our help.
The Orca Network
Learn all about our Southern Resident Orcas.
Be Whale Wise
Learn about the rules of boating around Marine Mammals.
Ocean Wise
Learn about current efforts to help keep our oceans healthy.
About the Salish Sea
Learn more about the Salish Sea!
The Georgia Strait Alliance
Learn more about the Salish Sea and current issues affecting our waters.
