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GOLF
We are just 3 minutes away from Crown Isle Resort.

 Ask us about our mid-week golf special at Crown Isle. The offer includes shuttle to & from the airport, drop-off at the golf course, your game fees and accommodation at Singing Sands, complete with our homemade gourmet breakfast the next morning. Crown Isle has two restaurants where you can relax and enjoy your evening, knowing your hosts are ready to transport you safely back to your accommodation.

The Comox Valley is also home to several other fine golf courses, all within a 10-minute drive.
 
 
 
 

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SKIING
Mount Washington Alpine Resort is a local favourite. Just 30 minutes away, it features more than 50 trails that stretch over 55 kilometres (30 miles) to satisfy your downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing ambitions. Enjoy our hot tub after a hard day on the snow. Singing Sands B&B offers you a complimentary shuttle downtown to connect with the bus up the mountain.
 
 

HIKING, MOUNTAIN BIKING & ECO-TOURS
If you miss the ski season, active hiking and mountain biking trails are also a feature at Mt. Washington Alpine Resort. Try Monster Mile Downhill, if you dare, or take a leisurely stroll around Paradise Meadows on the boardwalks.

Spend some time in the backcountry of Strathcona Provincial Park , the oldest provincial park in British Columbia. For those who want to exercise their muscles, plan a 3-day backpacking trek to the Comox Glacier. For the not-so-energetic, Seal Bay Park is just 10 minutes away by car, with steps leading down to the beach where you can view seals or go birdwatching in a marsh.

Helliwell Provincial Park, on Hornby Island, is a jewel to be experienced in any season. A 5-kilometre (3-mile) walk circles the park and includes spectacular bluffs. This is a day-use-only park and can be reached by driving 20 minutes from Singing Sands to the ferry at Buckley Bay.
Note: The last ferry off Hornby Island is at 6 p.m.

Ocean Spoke Adventures offers cycling and mountain bike tours. They have guided tours and also offer bike rentals. Additionally, they operate marine wildlife tours or harbour tours, and they have a door-to-door shuttle service from May to September.

 You don't have to go far to see wildlife around the Comox Valley. Our resident bald eagles can sometimes awaken you early in the morning. Sea otters live at the local beaches, and sea lions often swim lazily by, popping up just long enough to eyeball you. The Comox Valley is on the edge of some of the most stunning wilderness settings on Vancouver Island. Take a day trip north to see breathtaking sights of Orcas and other whales, not to mention the porpoises, dolphins, sea lions and seals. Adventures Vancouver Island offers ocean kayaking, wildlife viewing, photography tours and remote wilderness hiking. And you'll find Stubbs Island Whale Watching operating out of Telegraph Cove, 3.5 hours north from Singing Sands Bed and Breakfast in Comox.
 
 

SAILING/KAYAKING
You may wish to bring your own kayak and launch it on our beachfront to explore the bays and inlets of Georgia Straight. If you prefer, Comox Valley Kayaks or Tree Island Kayaking (e-mail ) can also arrange lessons and rentals. For those with more extravagant tastes, the magic of sailing comes alive aboard America's Cup Yachts.
 
 

FISHING
Beachcasting for salmon is available just steps from your door at the end of Singing Sands Road.  The Comox Valley offers both freshwater fishing and sea fishing to all enthusiasts. And Mark Hill, your host  at Singing Sands, would be happy to provide flyfishing lessons and supply all the equipment you'll need.

For information on local fishing charters see Fishing B.C. Online's website at http://www.fishingbc.ca .

DIVING 
Another world awaits you beneath the surface of the ocean. The West Coast of B.C. is home to some of the most incredible sea life you'll see anywhere in the world, and Vancouver Island is becoming better known all the time for its dive sites. You can enjoy inspiring sights and wide open water just steps from your room at Singing Sands Bed & Breakfast. The beach is right there at the end of Singing Sands Road. Or, if you want to dive with the local experts, contact Pacific Pro Dive Adventures.
 
 

MUSEUMS
The Comox Valley has a rich history, and people here are proud of it. While you're in town, don't miss out on a chance to stop by and visit the Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre.

This area is also home to some of Canada's best pilots and finest flying machines, thanks in large part to the presence of CFB Comox. The Comox Airforce Museum celebrates the history of both military and civilian aviation here on the West Coast.

 This region's history has always been connected to the land and its resources, from farming and fishing to logging and mining. The Cumberland Museum and Archives captures that history well, most notably presenting the story of coal mining in the valley. There is even a replica mine you can tour.
 
 

 ARTS AND CRAFTS
From Aug. 1 to 4, 2003, more than 140 Canadian artisans will descend on the Comox Valley to display their handmade wares at the annual Filberg Festival. One of the biggest festivals in the region, it draws visitors from all across the continent. A must see!

Fans of traditional and modern Northwest Native Art will be happy to discover IHOS Gallery, featuring a range of top-quality crafts and artwork.

The Comox Valley Art Gallery , located on 4th Street in Courtenay, carries contemporary fine art by renowned and emerging artists, giving visitors a unique opportunity to discover new talent and find familiar favourites at the same time.