Beautiful Alberni Valley, British Columbia is a hidden gem at the heart of British Columbia on world renowned Vancouver Island, just waiting to be discovered en route to the West Coast. This special Pacific Northwest destination offers visitors the best of outdoor scenery, wildlife, and adventure, with stunning mountain trails, protected rain forests, pristine lakes and water falls, hidden ocean inlets, and unbeatable fishing. For families looking for fun things to do on a day out with the kids, the Alberni Valley delivers wonderfully unique historic sites, attractions and activities that bring to life its proud heritage in Canadian forestry and First Nations tradition. Vacationing in the the Valley is a fresh, new experience.

The Valley is made up of the City of Port Alberni and its surrounding area including such Vancouver Island tourist destinations as Sproat Lake, Cathedral Grove, Mount Arrowsmith, and more. Port Alberni is often referred to as the "Salmon Capital of the World" as it is known for the world class salmon fishing available in the surrounding area. The Port is located at the head of Alberni Inlet on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. The other end of the Inlet includes the Broken Group islands which are a part of the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.

The AVT website aims to provide details to those seeking tourism information about Port Alberni and the surrounding area. If you have not found what you are looking for on our website, please contact us and we would be happy to point you in the right direction.