Nature never shuts down

Explore the untouched beauty of Pacific Rim National Park, stroll through ancient rainforests, or feel the sand at your feet and the power of the ocean. With all this at your doorstep, adventure is always within reach. Whether you want to experience Tofino by land or water—or a bit of both—your journey starts here!

Experience Tofino: Local Events

Tofino’s small town vibe is as welcoming as it is laid-back. Here’s what’s happening around town:

February
Guerilla Film Festival

Official showing of the amateur short film competitors

March
Whale Festival

Every March, marks the start of gray whale migration north

April–May
Shore Bird Festival

It’s all about sandpipers, plovers, Whimbrels, and more

May–Oct
Tofino Market

Make it, bake it, grow it, gather it, and buy it

June-Aug
Tofino Jazz Festival

Immerse yourself in the sounds of jazz at ticketed and free events

Pacific Rim Program

Explore educational interpretive programs run daily by Parks Canada

October
Queen of the Peak

The ever inspiring annual all Woman’s Surf Championships

Suptoberfest

Get wowed watching Tofino’s annual SUP-surf contest

November
Surf Rider Film Festival

Celebrate the spirit of oceanic activism through cinema

Tofino Oyster Fest

With food, live music, bubbles and – obviously – oysters in abundance s

December
Sea of Lights

Welcome in the holidays with a boat light parade

Food and Drink

Prepare meals in our communal kitchen and enjoy them in our spacious dining room with fireplace overlooking Clayoquot Sound! Supplies from the nearby Co-Op grocery store and liquor store are just steps away. Don’t feel like cooking? No problem! Tofino’s best coffee shops, restaurants and pubs are also just a short stroll away, with plenty to explore along First Street, Campbell Street, and Main Street.

Local Shopping Finds

Discover Tofino’s unique shops within easy reach of Whaler’s Guesthouse. The town center is a charming and vibrant area to stroll, browse, and pick up local finds.