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Top things to do in Nanaimo
#1Zipline Adventure
Let your inner thrill seeker loose and soar through the forest canopy, skimming down ziplines over yawning canyons, rushing whitewater, and rocky landscapes....
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#2Nanaimo River Bungy Jump
An ancient rite of passage. Around your ankles is a massive elastic rope, attached at the other end to a big steel bridge. You can look down at the Nanaimo R...
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#3Primal Swing
Experience the bungee-like thrill of swinging from a sky-high platform as you go for an adrenaline-pumping ride on a giant pendulum swing. Strap into the swi...
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#43-4 Hour Whale Watching from Nanaimo
Join us on an unforgettable day at sea! Onboard one of our two vessels "Cascadia" or "Quick Change II" we'll introduce you to the Salish ...
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#5Adventure Courses
AERIAL ADVENTURE COURSES All kinds of cool obstacles – up high in the sky. Way, way up above your head, there’s an obstacle course where we throw everything ...
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#6Cowichan Valley Wine Tour
Wind into the rolling hills and fertile fields of the Cowichan Valley, sampling fine wines with award-winning vintners and exploring cellar rooms in scenic s...
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Things To Do in Nanaimo
Let Expedia help you experience the best that Nanaimo has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.
Activities and Tours
Nanaimo is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Nanaimo to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.
If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.
Nanaimo Attractions
Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Nanaimo.
Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Nanaimo attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.