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Ocean Outfitters

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ABOUT

Ocean Outfitters is Tofino’s Carbon Neutral Adventure Tour Company They offer ethical whale and bear watching tours, remote kayaking, catch and release fishing trips, and expeditions to the Hot Springs Cove and custom adventures. all whilst being immersed and educated on the rich biodiversity surrounding you. They operate both Zodiacs and cabin vessels in Clayoquot Sound. 

HOW THEY ARE CREATING A BETTER WORLD

Deep respect for nature and ethical business practices are core values at Ocean Outfitters. They offset all their fuel, electricity and travel and are exploring using electric motors for their boats! 

The majority of their corporate revenue is diverted to local causes, such as restoring the river, creating a large carnivore co-existence plan for the District, and protecting wild salmon. They use their tours to educated guests on the interconnection of natural systems, the rich biodiversity of Clayoquot Sound, and the threats facing wildlife, habitat, and indigenous culture in this globally recognized UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

For the past few years, they have been awarded the highest certification for green businesses on Vancouver Island — the Vancouver Island Green Business Certification.

They take their ecological footprint seriously and guests have the satisfaction of knowing that a healthy portion of their trip fees go directly toward projects intended to improve the welfare of wildlife, habitat restoration, research, education and conservation.