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Waterfalls, Estuary and a Skywalk: A naturalist-led spring break loop from Victoria
A 4-hour, guide-led outing from Victoria that visits Goldstream’s estuary and waterfalls, the Malahat Skywalk and Niagara Canyon, and includes museum and aquarium passes.
Waterfalls, Estuary and a Skywalk: A naturalist-led spring break loop from Victoria.
Join a naturalist guide for a compact spring-break circuit out of Victoria that threads together multiple waterfalls, the Goldstream Estuary and the Malahat Skywalk, with complimentary passes to the Royal BC Museum and the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea Aquarium.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A pair of waterfalls and a riverside nature walk
The route takes you through Goldstream Park to a first waterfall, then on to Niagara Canyon for a second cascade—an emphasis on close-up freshwater features and the estuary habitat nearby.
Malahat Skywalk access with your guide
The itinerary includes a stop at the Malahat Skywalk; your Malahat Skywalk ticket will be redeemed when the guide accompanies you to the tower.
Museum and aquarium passes included
The outing comes with complimentary passes — a Royal BC Museum pass valid for the day you book the activity and a Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea Aquarium pass you can use at your leisure.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
A compact, naturalist-led excursion: your guide picks you up in Victoria (with 8:00 a.m. or noon pick-up options), walks you through Goldstream’s estuary and a first waterfall, escorts the group to the Malahat Skywalk, then continues on to Niagara Canyon before returning you to Victoria—plus complimentary museum and aquarium passes to use the same day or at your leisure.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and a key ticketing caveat to bear in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Water bottle, snacks and comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the excursion.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The duration is 4 hours.
Where does the tour start and end?
The guide picks you up and brings you back in Victoria, BC.
When are pick-up times?
Pick-up is offered at 8:00 a.m. or noon.
What about the Royal BC Museum ticket?
Your Royal BC Museum ticket is only valid for the day you book this activity.
How are the Malahat Skywalk and Shaw Centre tickets handled?
Your Malahat Skywalk ticket will be redeemed when the guide accompanies you to the tower; the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea Aquarium ticket is valid to visit at your leisure.
Who operates the outing?
The operator is Tales on Trails.