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Victoria Butterfly Gardens with Ferry

Victoria, BC

Butterfly

Butterfly

Flamingo

Dwarf Caiman

Parrots

Butterfly Gardens

Butterfly Gardens

Black Ball Ferry Line Victoria Terminal
430 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9
Victoria Butterfly Gardens
1461 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1R3

Victoria Butterfly Gardens offers a unique opportunity for people of all ages to experience the beauty and curiosity of a tropical jungle up close. Step into a lush, vibrant world where surprises await around every corner. Encounter a caiman, dart frogs, tortoises, a flamingo, free flying tropical birds and more. Enjoy the tropical fish swimming in ​t​heir serene pond and stream circulated by a stunning waterfall. Thousands of tropical butterflies (up to 70 species) fly throughout ​their expansive indoor jungle. Your admission also includes ​access to t​he Insectarium exhibit. Experience impressive insects & invertebrates from around the world, from dazzling beetles to delicate stick insects. Don’t miss out on one of Victoria’s must-see immersive and educational attractions!

Please Note: The Butchart Gardens shuttle does not currently stop at the Butterfly Gardens. You must have your own way to the Butterfly Gardens. The Butterfly Gardens is about a 5-minture drive from The Butchart Gardens. If you do not have a vehicle, you may catch the #75 BC Transit public transportation bus from the east side of the Parliament Building. A day pass can be purchased for $6 CAD in Victoria.

Package Includes:
- Ferry Fare
- Victoria Butterfly Gardens Admission

Additional Information
Hours of Operation:
Winter Hours (January 1 - June 13, 2026):
Daily: 10:00am - 4:00pm (explore until 5:00pm)
Summer Hours (June 14 - September 4, 2026):
Monday to Wednesday: 10:00am - 4:00pm (explore until 5:00pm)
Thursday to Sunday: 10:00am - 6:00pm (explore until 7:00pm)
Fall Hours (September 5 - December 13, 2026):
Daily: 10:00am - 4:00pm (explore until 5:00pm)
Holiday Hours:
December 14 - December 23, 2026: 10:00am - 4:00pm (explore until 5:00pm)
December 24, 2026: 10:00am - 3:00pm (explore until 4:00pm)
Victoria Butterfly Gardens is closed Christmas Day, December 25.
December 26 - December 30, 2026: 10:00am - 4:00pm (explore until 5:00pm)
December 31, 2026: 10:00am - 3:00pm (explore until 4:00pm)

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