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Scenic Landscape View of High Waterfall Water Stream Cascade Flowing in Rock Canyon. Elk Falls Provincial Nature Park, Vancouver Island, British Columbia Canada
Scenic Landscape View of High Waterfall Water Stream Cascade Flowing in Rock Canyon. Elk Falls Provincial Nature Park, Vancouver Island, British Columbia Canada

Discover Campbell River, Canada

Salmon Fishing. Nature Trails.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Campbell River

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

City of Campbell River with Golden Hinde mountains behind taken from Discovery Passage on cruise ship Golden Hinde Mountains
Drone ariel shot of the winding roads near Campbell River, BC. Winding roads along the coast line with beautiful tree's and ocean. Campbell River
three small fishing boats trolling for salmon on the coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia Fishing Boats
A humpback whale fluke, Sutil Channel in the Discovery Islands near Quadra Island, BC Canada Encounter humpbacks, orcas and other wildlife during a whale watching tour.
Grizzly Bear(s) at Orford River, Campbell River, British Columbia Canada Grizzly Bears

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Salmon run in October

Famous For

Campbell River is called the “Salmon Fishing Capital” of the world and is also well known for abundance of outdoor activities set among the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.

Fresh oysters on ice at a seafood restaurant. Ready for eat or serving, Selective focus. Oysters are protein rich and raw with lemon a delicacy

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to try the succulent, locally caught salmon. Fresh oysters and seafood chowder are a great sampling of the region's bountiful waters.

half/half of Adams River Sockeye Salmon.

Fun Facts

The salmon (5 species!) are the stars here in Campbell River. Reel in a good time on a guided fishing excursion while enjoying incredible natural surroundings.

Port Name & Location

Campbell River, Canada

Language

English

Time Zone

Pacific Daylight Time

Currency & Shopping

Canadian dollar You can enjoy a diverse shopping experience whilst exploring the town, browse everything from chains to local boutiques to find that perfect souvenir.

Featured Campbell River Itineraries

Learn More about Campbell River

Read more on our official travel blog.

Two hikers at viewpoint in the mountains enjoying beautiful view of the valley with a lake and sunny warm weather in summer, green trees around

11 Cruise Shore Excursion Packing Tips

Are you planning a cruise but not sure what to bring along for shore excursions? Here's a list of our handiest tips for planning your excursion must-haves.

Tips on What to Pack for Your Cruise

Tips on What to Pack for Your Cruise

Packing for a cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line should feel easy because the days ahead will be. Think clothes that don’t rush you, shoes that don’t argue with you, and shorts that work well at noon and at sunset. Out here, it’s less about outfits and more about options. Things you can move in. Breathe in. Accidentally nap in. So before you overthink it (you know you will), here’s the simple truth: if it lets the day take you where it wants to go, pack it. If it doesn’t, leave it home (along with your agenda).

Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

Cruise Tips: What to Expect on Embarkation Day

If you're reading this article, then most likely your cruise vacation date with Norwegian is quickly sailing your way! Embarkation day is very exciting and involves a lot of moving parts as guests check in and board, luggage is delivered to staterooms, and you get settled in and explore the ship. One of the many great things about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is that they have worked hard to ensure that the embarkation process goes as smoothly as possible.

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