Connecting you by bike and kayak to the people, food, and places that make British Columbia's Vancouver Island so spectacular
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We are experience makers.
Born out of a love for the outdoors and the sense of freedom that cycling and kayaking brings, our boutique and exquisitely crafted bike and kayak tours celebrate active lifestyles, locally-sourced food, and a connection to the natural beauty, people, and places of British Columbia’s Vancouver Island.
Whether you join us for an afternoon or 6 days, our Joy Ride bike and kayak tours are designed to help you (re)discover joy safely while experiencing the best of Vancouver Island and the beauty of Campbell River, Quadra Island, the Comox Valley, and the Discovery Islands.
Choose your Adventure
Learn more about some of our most popular upcoming tours, on land and sea.
Hybrid or Electric Bikes
Self-Guided Cycling Day Tours
Guided Experience
Sunset Paddle in the Estuary – Kayaking
Self-Guided Adventures
Multi-Day Cycling Holidays
Guided and Self-Guided
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Paddle & Pedi
A River-Inspired Evening of Outdoor Luxury
Connect with your friends, family, partners, co-workers and everyone in between, for our 3-hour experience, infused with delicate treasures by the beautiful Campbell River Estuary.
Our Stories
Planning Adventures Near and Far
Being on the south side of the Christmas and New Year holiday break we find ourselves eagerly planning adventures near and far. It may be in part to it being a new year, which always brings us...
What Christmas Traditions Bring You Joy?
Christmas Traditions Bring Joy pc: Laurel Cronk At Island Joy Rides we search for joy all year long. Christmas traditions connect us year after year. We look forward to them, and reflect back on...
Gifting Experiences Instead of Materials
Ever wonder what to give someone? Give the gift of experience. Island Joy Rides are experts in experience making.