Canada's MOST EXPENSIVE Natural Hot Springs - Tofino, BC

[@GucciSnugs]

Hey like a few years ago we had an earthquake that actually made the springs shut down for a couple of days.. also the hotsprings isn't a part of the city of Tofino, it is part of the Ahousat first Nation, it was also once managed by by the village across from the springs it's self called heshquit, which I'm lucky to have grown up a bit in each community of Ahousat, Heshquit, and Tofino 👌🏽

[@endurogod-r1e]

Hey like thats pretty cool

[@logmang7888]

I’m part of the hesquit First Nations and it’s a shared territory now. My grandma lives there right now

[@shanemacc]

$150 is not that expensive - the ride, the sightseeing along the way... quite a good deal.

[@AndyinMTL]

it is a good deal

[@stevenfacer4818]

I 100% agree. And that $157 was in CAD! So better for me. $126 USD. Woo Hoo. We booked this tour, but it got cancelled due to rough seas, so we had to go on the bear tour. TOTALLY COOL TOO. But next, time - HOT SPRINGS! Your vids are #Awesome

[@justchirpin3080]

This hot spring sucks!!!!!!! Do not go with The Torino resort and Marina!!!!! They have rude staff and the boat was nasty dirty! Stunk like fish!

[@cannabistherapy9603]

@@justchirpin3080 complaining about a boat smelling like fish is comparable to someone complaining a farm smells like shit.. if you have something too complain about, then maybe it is quite simply not your cup of tea per say.. yet for others.. is a lovely unforgettable experience? All about outlook..🤲🙌

[@maez4718]

@@justchirpin3080 Your comment is childishly absurd. Tofino is a small village and for many of the residents fishing is a way of life and primary income. The village has strong ties to the indigenous culture of living with, and off, the land and sea, and of course ever present - MARINE LIFE. They are lovely people, but I suspect that you walked in with a spoiled princess attitude expecting to be treated like you're at the Peninsula in NYC. If you can't handle the reality of being in nature, then stay where there is none.

[@denisthemenace8032]

I used to commercial fish many years ago and have been to the hot springs many times before it was a huge tourist attraction. The boardwalk had hundreds of boat names carved into each plank. There was no hotel, no change room, and no crowds. I often had the place to myself. Above the waterfall, there used to be an old cast iron tub with the claw feet with water piped into it. Sure wish I owned a camera back then. Thanks for the trip down memory lane 😊

[@sunflower-oo1ff]

Thanks for sharing, you're the real thing ;)

[@DiraMcClintock]

No hotel

[@Glen-uy4jt]

What boat did you fish in. Were there still fish camps moored there? Was the post office active? The general store?

[@ray3maxwell]

Back about 1970 my wife and I flew into Hot Springs Cove and we're dropped off for the day. We spent the all day there ALONE. It was fantastic. The trail was very rough and there were no changing rooms or any other accommodations. A few years later when we bought our own float plane, we visited the Hot Springs at least once a year. There were never more than 10 people there in those days. No one wore swim suits and it was very relaxing. It is located at the end of a peninsula and if you sat in the end pool you had a view of the open ocean. It is now overrun with people. I miss those wonderful days.

[@debbietodd8547]

I miss them too......everyday

[@dfrederick86]

Thanks for coming out. (i was the guide) Hope you reach it to 100 thousand followers, and more. you deserve it!

[@DownieLive]

Dave!!! Thanks so much man. It was a spectacular trip! Thanks for having us 👍🏼

[@creamesoda79]

May I ask if your tour guide company has a name I can Google?

[@DownieLive]

Ocean Outfitters Tofino

[@creamesoda79]

@@DownieLive Much appreciated. Thank you. x

[@shamielahbaba9907]

You're so polite about everything. Never a negative comment. That's really great. Now to figure it out for ourselves😅😅😅

[@DownieLive]

Hahaha. I choose to see the bright side in most things.

[@Sky-bq7dy]

In Srilanka we have there are 7 natural hot springs well water 💦

[@ingenuity168]

I agree. So positive and joyful all the time 🥰

[@dailydoseofshorts535]

To the 1% reading this i hope you have a wonderful day and fulfill your dreams.

[@Icewarrior101]

I can't even fulfill my dreams..

[@lifewithus42]

I didn’t know we have this in Canada. I can’t wait until travel restrictions end so I can visit one day. Thanks for sharing.

[@LuukJSnijder]

Hope the dollar is still worth something by then.

[@demm7495]

Luke James قني what’s u mean by that

[@maez4718]

How can you not know what Canada offers when you live here? Odd.

[@planeincolour2265]

@@maez4718 I’m Canadian and there is so much stuff that we can do but we don’t know about

[@turbosped9287]

You're going to be waiting forever. Our government is not legitimate anymore they are evil and tyrannical anybody complying with them is participating in evil at this point there's no excuse. The med passport, the infanticide, etc. They worship the devil.

[@krisa6580]

Had the most amazing experience doing this with my husband. It’s SO worth it as the trip itself was unreal. The hot spring is like a tiny fraction of the most amazing day.

[@DownieLive]

Totally agree!

[@dalecaldwell]

Visiting by kayak means much more adventure and much less expense. That's how I went to these sprigs.

[@dbwright69]

I spent a few hours there, January 1, 1974, Mcaulley's supplied the plane, pilot was a friend, it was great. I thought there was a bathtub there.

[@afktravels]

The west coast humidity feels so good on the skin!

[@Glen-uy4jt]

I was there in 1971 when it was still private property, opened by the Clark family. There was no walkway there then. I remember being there with some Native friends and it was one of those rare moments when it was snowing. We swam out with the swells from the lower pools and returned with the the rising swells.

[@TVHouseHistorian]

Last time I was in BC, we stayed at Harrison Hot Springs Resort, which was incredible. The surrounding mountains are stunning. Tofino looks like absolute Pacific paradise. Thanks for the tip!

[@DownieLive]

Totally agree!

[@dcfavorite]

Honestly, Harrison Hotspring is more like a swimming pool. This is way WAY better!

[@MrAnonymousRandom]

@@dcfavorite The OP actually paid to stay at the hotel. It's not the community pool.

[@sandrastreifel6452]

I have been to most of the mainland hot springs in BC (look em up!), but Tofino looks awesome! Well worth it!

[@neilhosler4482]

My wife and I visited hotsprings cove on a whale watching tour over 25 years ago during our honeymoon😊 At the time we found it hillarious because we were surrpunded by naked Germans. We were the only ones wearing swimming suits😂. It is a beautiful spot with a wonderful board walked walk through ancient old growth rain forest. I highly reccomend it.

[@murvinlai]

I went there when i was a teen years ago.. I never forget the incredible view and the experience. Always want to go back!!!!

[@RedRockMaintenance]

I've been to many hot springs in BC but not this one. Looks awesome

[@andrewwyatt6612]

Back in the late 80s we camped there for a few nights. There was a boat that would take you out from Tofino. It wasn't too expensive back then. The vibe was very chill and at night people would light candles in the rock walls and just relax in the hot springs. No bathing suits, just au naturel.

[@kostas6621]

Bro you have the best channel!! Your country is beautiful!! Thanks to you I am planning already my big trip to Canada! I hope the COVID-19 dissappears forever!

[@DownieLive]

Thanks man! I hope so too!

[@ollie-xn6lh]

@@DownieLive I was meant to come to Canada this year but because of COVID I couldn’t and we might come this year! It looks epic over there!

[@supersue97]

Can't believe I am only finding you now! Amazing video!

[@KissesFromCanada]

Yes. It’s totally worth it! It’s a trip you’ll never forget! When I went (spring break 1998), we got lucky and had the place totally for just the two of us. I wish I’d thought to skip the swimsuit and just go au natural ;)

[@DownieLive]

Oh wow!

[@danabro6311]

I worked on Whale Watch Boats in Plymouth Massachusetts for. 11 years. So much fun.

[@warrengaul2518]

Yes - it is worth it. Take the last boat out and you have the springs to yourselves at the end of the day. The trip out is a memorable adventure. Ahsome!

[@DownieLive]

We agree!

[@shirleypippy7262]

Hi great video I had the honor to work for the summer as the Park Coordinator at Hot Springs Cove. Back I 2007. Lived in the little cottage to the right as you come off the dock. I kept park clean, collected the admission ect. We had a cougar around that summer saw it twice. Got lots of footage of my time there. Definitely at top 5 BEST EVER Experiences in my Life. Thank you for the memories 😍

[@DownieLive]

Thanks for sharing!

[@dantheal4416]

We flew in to Hesquiat village South of Nootka Island by Seaplane from Gold River and hiked down to Hotsprings cove with my hiking group. From there we hired a First Nations fisherman to take us across the cove to the hot springs. Bought a salmon at the same time from the fisherman and cooked it by the beach. It is a beautiful place

[@chadfolkers628]

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[@jdhjimbo]

They look wonderful! Ucluelet and Tofino are the best storm-watching sites in North America. It was a nasty day, so I did not go to the hot springs the last time I was there, and did not even know they existed before that. Sitti g in the Wickannish Inn with a warm fireplace and a.picture window view of the surf in a storm is incredible! Tofino re I do me of a smal,small, hippie town - sort of a Santa Cruz, CA vibe, but smaller. ,ong Beach is great, too. Sincerely BC isxknown for their rainforest and wet weather, no trip to BC should skip this. I also love the Gulf Islands - Salt Spring/Galliano, etc on the Sunshine Strait. I am glad you verified the springs were great, as the whale watching and wholexPacific Coast are a treat to begin with!

[@globetrotter8556]

I did this 20 years ago. The changing room was and still is so primitive.

[@moniquendillon]

Not expensive with a friend or family member who has a boat! You can also just hire one of the locals to drop you off in their boat without using one of the tour companies

[@cinthiafraser4533]

Great idea!

[@kevinsnell4628]

Hey brother I just wanted to say thank you for all the great spots to check out in Vancouver. Keep them coming my friend. I keep passing your channel off to everyone I know !!! Amazing !!

[@DownieLive]

Alright! Thanks Kevin!

[@smallstudiodesign]

All this time living in B.C. and I did not know about hot springs on the West Coast of Vancouver Island?! I thought they were all inland ... Harrison Hot Springs - eastward to the Rockies! I’m certainly learning more about this province than ever!

[@thisisthewaybus]

Just received this tour as a Christmas present from our kids. So super pumped!!!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@DownieLive]

No way! You’re so lucky! It’s great! I hope you get to see some whales! Good luck!

[@thisisthewaybus]

Sadly still haven't been able to go due to Covid. Saying they will open up in February but we shall see 🤷‍♀️

[@brianfraser2495]

Given the scenery and the local benefits from the visitors, making the effort to get there is well worth the effort. Check out the Ainsworth Hot Springs near Kaslo. This is the only hot spring that incorporates an old mining tunnel into the works.

[@cicihusainah999]

I don't know that's your seasons is so warm or cold in this your video when you'd bathing on the water falls, and how exciting when I'd watching the seals that swimming and diving together in the Canadian seas, and this your channel will containing much new knowledge about do traveling in international class not for locals and national class 😎😊🙌🏻🤝

[@smallstudiodesign]

All that? For only $150 Canadian? Reasonable when you consider all that’s included + convert to other currencies: US Dollar 💵 , British Sterling £, or Euro € 💶 ...

[@myname9036]

150$ per person

[@liameastwood373]

Went to these springs 2 summers ago and it was wonderful and I loved how the pools get colder as they get lower to the sea

[@benburns5995]

Never heard of Tofino hot springs but thanks for sharing your experience. After being on the cold water on the boat I'm sure the hot water of the springs felt good to warm up. Glad you included the lobster hanging on to the seaweed and rock towards the end of the video.

[@jx1659]

I live out here and that's a crab. No lobsters, that's the East coast, eh?

[@laurahampson301]

You get warmed up hiking the trail to get from the dock to the hot springs. It is only 1-2 km but, felt like 10 at the time. We were almost too hot to go in the hot springs afterwards. 🤣 it was totally worth it. My partner indulged in a lobster benny before the boat ride then got sea sick. By the time she reached the hot springs, she was too sick to go in. She still thought it was worth it! It’s stunning!

[@DiraMcClintock]

No one calls it Tofino Hot springs. Just Hot Springs Cove

[@sandrastreifel6452]

The sea lions are checking out those tourists, too! Lots of whales in the Salish Sea, too! Sometimes big ones like grey or humpback ones!

[@ryandvernychuk7033]

I took the boat there... viewed grey whales on the way... float plane back... beautiful remote place... super cool seeing the remote community there across the channel... really cool place... also hiked the north coast trail on the northern tip of the island... boat to the trail head from port hardy... strathcona provincial park is awesome too.. hike the mountains hug the massive trees...

[@daisysmum7336]

Hubby & I live on the other side of the Island but love to go to Tofino in winter to enjoy the storms and wild weather. Highly recommend!

[@DownieLive]

I totally agree!

[@davidweisschadel]

I live on Mearse island just across the harbor from tofino. Yes this place is amazing

[@telenearoberto4997]

I live in Alberta and I know about Tofino BC, but never knew about this. Amazing!💕 I luv Canada!💕

[@jasonbauman1475]

Remember the land you are on and the people whom govern it. It is a privilege to be there.

[@cinthiafraser4533]

I grew up in Tofino and I have not been there. Can't wait to check it out.

[@AK-df2ve]

It’s pretty there but the tours pack so many people into that tiny little area that by the time we arrived there really wasn’t anymore room to sit in a hotspring. The walk was nice but the hotsprings were a let down as it’s was so crowded.

[@jackson3014]

The quality of these vids is amazing, loved the vid!!!!

[@JohnvanGurp]

Worth every penny!

[@ouagadougou62]

I was there in 1986 or 1987, we took the sea plane to get there we saw a whale on the way, the pilot turned around to give us a better view and stayed overnight. We had freshly caught salmon, made sashimi and a barbecue at night. It was amazing, it's so nice at high tide when the ocean water gets in the how water pools.

[@alelectric2767]

Well I would say it is worth it. It’s not like your going there once a week or once a month. If your just passing through you need to give it a go.

[@sunflowers8508]

Awesome! I've been to this very hot springs myself. I love the "hike" to get there too!

[@DownieLive]

The best!

[@GarryRobertson]

I was there in the late 70's with the Navy. We were on small ships and would anchor nearby. No change room, no buildings at all. There was a bathtub at the top if you wanted a hot soak. People would camp in the forest above the sulphur smell. Bathing suits were optional. The bottom pool is the best place, gets hot, hot, hot then a wave comes in a cools things down, then it gets hot...

[@lttree8698]

It’s the navy,I figured clothing was optional

[@robbpeppertree]

Went there with my wife on Christmas Day a few years ago. Definitely worth it! It was just us, and another couple. That price is the same price as three trips to the pub. But you get so much more!

[@MayorBrownn]

Woah I was just there a week ago and I could see the Airbnb I stayed in in your video. Trippy

[@Jason-yl9ek]

Seems worth the money for all you get !!

[@andrewkast4087]

Great venture! Would never guess you would have hot springs right next to the ocean. Thanks for the trip!

[@1603shadow]

So cool what an awesome experience

[@logmang7888]

If you ever go there stay at the lodge. It helps the indigenous community there and my grandma works there. I don’t know if it’s open to tourists right now but if you find out let me know. The lodge is across the bay and it’s held up by big logs

[@christinatopoussoglou9090]

Went up in September 2019, it was great we saw wales+++ the guide was knowledgeable of the area and funny. Loved it!!! Worth it... even with the yarffffing!!!!

[@meMiner]

Lots of good info and now I want to go there next time I am on the island. Wonderful video

[@DownieLive]

Thanks! 😀

[@lynfl9814]

Your poor girlfriend looked green around the gills. Tip: I get sick on boats. Use pressure point bracelets (1 hr. before you leave) and ginger tablets (they help your stomach). What a beautiful trek through that rain forest and the hot springs looked refreshing. Loved the sea lions and whales as well.

[@amonGustavo07]

Them bracelets are a placebo lmao

[@sharroon7574]

When I took this trip there was a lovely fisherman in the group and he taught me to look at the horizon, he also made sure I didn't get too close to the side of the boat. I had the impression he had seen some things with inexperienced land lovers LOL

[@lynfl9814]

@@amonGustavo07 They helped me on a boat trip in Nova Scotia. I get very sea sick. I put them on an hour before and took ginger tablets. The seas were rough and many people were hanging over the side being sick. I did not get sick.

[@zigzag1a]

I was there when you could still camp at the springs. It was an amazing adventure.

[@kathyharris1627]

Every time I am in Torino I go to the hot springs. Totally worth it.

[@thealee3065]

My absolute favorite hot springs!!!

[@lanceallen1000]

The hottest thing in hot springs is Downielive!!

[@DiraMcClintock]

It’s not a bad price for a whale watching,wildlife tour, hike and hot spring’s experience all in one. Something many will never see otherwise. But I miss the days we could kayak there, tent across the way on a big beach all for free.

[@wendyswingen9650]

Gorgeous!! Going onto my desired places in Canada to visit

[@MTTPokerSchool]

I loved this place! Thanks for the reminder of how great it was!

[@DownieLive]

I missed you this time Gareth!

[@skateboarding118]

I went with some buddies in December of 2013. We were late and missed the boat. So I suggested we go by seaplane, which costs quite a bit more. But boy was it worth it, we had the pilot go really fast and do some tricks lol. Took us only like 20 mins to get there, rather than the 3 hour boat ride (I think it was around that long, correct me if I’m wrong. We were the ONLY ones to arrive at the hot spring, and when we were leaving the people from the boat finally arrived and were hiking their way towards the springs. There were around 30 people coming, and they asked how the springs were. I told them good luck 😂

[@leanneearle3652]

We did the same tour with Ocean Outfitters and they were fantastic! We will definitely be doing it again

[@DownieLive]

Yes it was!

[@hci]

Wait we have a hot spring?? That’s wild! Gonna check it out after lockdown. Thanks for the vid:)

[@MrAmisto]

A hotspring? LOL their are many in BC alone.

[@wantingmore100]

It looks amazing!! Personally I am really glad that it isn't easy to get to. I have seen what happens to hot springs when too many people wear it down.. The vandalism can be terrible.

[@jimgagne4484]

tx for the vid,, one place i'll have to check out when i go out west

[@cdani78]

Such a beautiful place and experience!

[@DownieLive]

It really is!

[@inesmo1420]

Im Oktober 2019 habe ich die gleiche Tour gemacht. Einfach genial. LG

[@lynnsmith803]

This looks like heaven to me👼🏽

[@spiritsister2022]

My husband @Fishwild and I did this tour a couple years ago and thought it was incredibly worth it also!

[@rockinwitht9948]

Beautiful BC!!! Great post!!

[@DownieLive]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@augenbutter]

Did this decades ago. Sea plane ride $75.00 for two. No change room building. Stayed over night, just two of us. Plane picked us up the following day.

[@deanwebster]

Never been to Tofino. I definitely, need to check this out. Thanks for sharing.

[@DownieLive]

You’re welcome Dean! Thanks for watching!

[@lalruatdikavarte7943]

Yeah man.

[@GFmanaic]

If you get there, go and hike up lone cone trail. You have to get a boat, and the hike is a bit difficult, but the view....

Do not approach the Vancouver island area until covid19 is under control

[@TomTom-xp2jb]

Back in '74 we saw the migration of "Humpback" whales from Long Beach. What an awesome sight!!! Crazy that a creature that big can jump completely out of the water. I've heard of these hot springs but haven't been there yet. Great viddy!!! For what you get I don't think that 150 is a lot to pay for this unique experience. 👍

[@kiriousfilms]

appreciate this info !! great video

[@premiumblue1637]

Beautiful hot spring...a must see for sure!

[@dinocub1]

This has been on my bucket list to do for probably 40 years now since I first heard about it. Still have yet to make it. Thanks for an awesome video. And $150 isn't that bad considering what's all included. Could easily spend that per person out for dinner and drinks at the local Keg or Cactus Club on a Friday night. This seems way more better use of the funds.

[@DownieLive]

You should!

[@murvinlai]

definitely worth. even it is $200. lol Nowhere else like that. You can't even find a hot spring by the ocean in Japan

[@santoshovhal9244]

ABSOLUTLY NICE...SUPERB NATURE..GREAT WORK....JUST INCREADIBLE

[@geoffreyashcroft3774]

Went to those hot springs in 2006. Very nice experience indeed

[@brendastouffer70]

Been there and it is becoming very crowded as the hot springs themselves are quite small. Go late or early in the day or you will be with 50 or sixty people and the natural pools hold about 15 people comfortably. Wildlife coming and going was great.

[@Goat1._]

😱😱

[@heyimamaker]

Tofino is my Spirit place! Did you have a chance to do the Bomber trail?

[@kgrand62]

Now it's $275 by boat and $440 by plane for a very brisk 30 minute walk in and out and maximum 2 hours at the spring. Amazing but worth it?? Did it last week.

[@MsHoney2cute]

Wow that looks fun.. I had no idea they have this in Canada they have a hot springs in Jamaica 🇯🇲 too

[@chrisyu327]

Went there few months ago, it was very busy so I couldn't really enjoyed it, but by the time we packed up and about to leave, I found a hidden spot above that hot springs water fall, there's tree for cover so even is raining you won't get wet, and seem like no one notice that spot so no one will be there , if anyone is going, try and look for that spot and let me know if that is a great spot or not, is above those slippery rock and by the stairs entrance, is like a small water hot tub will trees over it.

[@liamfriese2584]

I got to go their on a high school trip, it was totally worth it

[@tysonperks5374]

I've been there!! I stay at Crystal Cove every year... Except this year 😩

[@Loobylooto2]

I’m a 63 yr old with mobility issues so travel is not easy and prohibitive insurance cost but through your channel I’m thinking train travel may do it! Have you noticed other disabled people on your journeys?😊

[@tayblackburn999]

love this!!

[@Thelastusernameavailable]

150 for BOTh!! im in. thanks for sharing all your journey's. I love the family travels. and BC is so beautiful. lucky to live here. keep up the great content this! this is my new fav channel !

[@DownieLive]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Larry-325]

Mike that was beautiful! I had no idea there were hot springs in Canada. West coast looks so tropical. Great content and edit. Looks like a very cool place to visit and I agree you don’t mind spending the money when part of it is aimed to a good cause. Thanks Mike! 👍👍

[@DownieLive]

You’re so welcome, Larry! I’m so happy I can show you a bit more of my world.

[@Desjardins50]

In 1992, the wonderful people of Ahousat took me there with a group of students from Ontario. We had just spent the most wonderful week as part of Voyageur Canada 92. $ 150.00 is very little in this day and age. I sincerely hope the right people are preserving this beauty and not exploiting the people. This is NOT a Torino attraction.

[@kathyhanna9411]

Wow super gorgeous! Enjoyable video to watch! Future place to visit! Thanks for sharing...

[@DownieLive]

Thanks for visiting

[@kathyhanna9411]

@@DownieLive can’t wait to watch your next exciting video

[@DownieLive]

Coming tomorrow... hopefully.

[@naimahrobinson1144]

Weird I can go there whenever during the summer👀

[@Goatguy2021]

We did this as a class trip it was super fun no one else can do it was too much it was an outdoor program but we fund raise enough money to do it