Port Hardy

Port Hardy is one of the best dive sites in Canada. This location has sheer cliffs, falling hundreds of feet into pristine BC blue-green waters. Teeming with life, this area is great for those divers interested in seeing wildlife. From giant Pacific octopuses to wolf eels. And don’t forget about the sea lions which call Vancouver Island home. They’re easy to spot and often visit divers to see what they’re up to.

Every year, about one million tourists come Port Hardy to visit, so the coral reef marine ecosystem is very vulnerable. Therefore, the local government has built the entire island into a nature reserve. It is used to protect the natural ecosystem that is already very fragile here. The fish here are not afraid of humans at all. When the seawater washes in, the little fishes swim freely around your feet. Even if you don't use diving equipment, only goggles, and a snorkel, you can also dive into the sea to see the world of coral reefs.

Location: Vancouver, Canada