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More impressive is the dive facility. BC is known for its world-class scuba diving. This is also Canada's only PADI Dive Resort that features a unique ecosystem.
Brentwood Bay is on sheltered Saanich Inlet, just around the corner from the Gulf Islands. It is the gateway to infinite dive possibilities, spectacular wall diving and artificial reefs.
Just a few minutes away are the amazing Glass Sponge Gardens, a spectacular sea mountain covered with a species that was thought to have been extinct since the Upper Jurassic period. Brentwood Bay has the largest sponges ever recorded - up to 12 feet across! You may also encounter giant pacific octopus, wolf eels, colourful rockfish, sculpins and huge lingcod, as well as rare six gilled sharks.
The resort's Marina & Eco-Adventure Centre offers dive charters, dive and accommodation packages, PADI specialty certification courses and complete equipment rentals. You can do everything from a half-day Discover Scuba courses for novices to PADI Underwater Photography, Underwater Videography, Nitrox and SeaDoo Seascooter specialty courses for the enthusiast. The dive boat, Loup de Mer, has been custom designed to handle westcoast diving.
All of the ocean suite rooms have King beds with cozy linens and a fireside sitting area which is perfect for honeymooning or a romantic getaway. Indoor and outdoor dining areas have private oceanview patios or a balcony. The bathrooms are luxurious with double jetted tub & a body massage shower. Bathrobes & slippers, private bar, electronic safe, complimentary calling within North America, DVD entertainment systems with cable TV, high speed internet and WI-FI are all included. Be prepared to pay for the luxuries, however one weekend here and you'll agree - it's worth it !!
