Gearing up for your West Coast Adventure

Read this if you are planning a water sport vacation in the Alberni Valley or heading to Vancouver Island’s amazing West Coast. Did you know that you can get your gear on the way? The Alberni Valley offers service and rentals of just about anything you need!

Totally Board Surf Company

A one-stop shop for all your water activities. Offering competitive rates and a convenient location in downtown Port Alberni.

Offering Gear Rentals for:

• Surfboards (From beginner to advanced)
• Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP)
• Boogie Boards
• Wetsuits, Hoodies, Booties, Gloves
• Roof Racks

Location: 4895 Johnston Rd, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 6K3 (Map)
Contact: (778) 421-3335 | Email | Website
Hours: 9:30AM-5:00PM Thursday-Monday (Closes at 4:00PM on Sunday)

West Coast Paddle

Specializing in Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) rentals with options for portable/inflatable boards.

West Coast Paddle offers:

• Standard Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals
• YOGA – Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals
• Children & Youth Paddle Board

Location: 2990 Alberni Highway, Port Alberni, British Columbia, V9Y8R2 (Map)
Contact: (250) 735-6075 | Email | Website
Hours: 10:00AM-4:30PM Thursday – Tuesday | Closed on Wednesday

Batstar Sea Kayak Outfitters

Outfitting self-guided sea kayaking groups of 8-12 people for multi-day trips to The Broken Group Islands, The Deer Group Islands and Clayoquot Sound on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, Canada. Just arrive with your outdoor clothing. We take care of all the details and are ready for your arrival so that you can get right into nature.
Note: Minimum booking is 8. This is not a guided tour & we do not (solely) rent kayaks or gear. (Source)

Batstar’s trip system includes:

• Sea Kayaking Gear
• Camping Gear
• Kitchen Gear
• Food & Menu Plan
• Trip Planning
• Accommodation (first and last night of trip)

Location: 6360 Springfield Rd, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8L8 (Map)
Contact: (250) 724-2050 | Website (Call directly for reservations)
Hours: 10:00AM-4:30PM Thursday – Tuesday | Closed on Wednesday

Arbutus RV & Marine Sales Ltd

Featuring a wide variety of RV’s and Camper Sales and Service, Arbutus RV & Marine Sales can cater to almost any adventure!

Arbutus RV & Marine Sales offers:

• BC’s largest selection of new and used RV’s
• RV Service and Repairs
• Trades and Consignment options

Location: 5540 Beaver Creek Rd, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8X6 (Map)
Contact: Sales – (778) 784-2451 Service – (250) 724-5544 | Email | Website
Sales Hours: 9:00AM-6:00PM Monday-Saturday | 11:00AM-4:00PM Sunday
Parts and Service Hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM Monday-Saturday | Closed on Sunday

Port Boat House Ltd

Boat Sales, Service and Rentals, Port Boat House are Yamaha outboard factory certified service experts.

• New and Used Boat Sales
• Boat Service (Yamaha factory certified mechanics)
• Boat Rentals

Location: 5410 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T7 (Map)
Contact: (250) 724-5754 | Email | Website
Hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM Monday-Saturday | Closed on Sunday