The Discovery Passage takes its name from HMS Discovery, which sailed these waters in the late 1700s under Captain George Vancouver during his exploration of the north-western Americas. This shipping channel opens southwards into the Georgia Strait near Campbell River and stretches north, encompassing Quadra and Sonora Islands, along with numerous smaller islets, until it reaches the Johnstone Strait. The area is brimming with wildlife, stunning scenery, and opportunities for outdoor adventures.

The waters off Campbell River are, in season, an excellent spot for viewing orcas. A boat trip to the mainland inlets offers the chance to see grizzly bears grazing along the shoreline. For the ultimate wildlife experience, Knight Inlet Lodge, hidden amidst the rainforest, provides unparalleled opportunities to observe the region’s wildlife with the guidance of expert naturalists, all set against a backdrop of breathtaking west coast scenery.