Rental

Facility Rentals

Come to the Nature Sanctuary to learn, grow and be inspired!

Just 6km from downtown Victoria, our accessible greenspace offers incredible natural beauty for meetings, workshops, team-building and educational gatherings.

Offer your group an extraordinary opportunity to get grounded in nature with break-out sessions or walking meetings around the lake!

2024 Rental Rates: $60 per hour (one location) or $100 per hour (both indoor and outdoor spaces). Minimum two hour rental.

Ask about our not for profit & member discount.

Call 250-479-0211 or email info [@] swanlake.bc.ca to receive more information.

Aerial photo of Nature House with front lawn tent behind, lake with Founders' Wharf in front.
Aerial photo of Nature House with front lawn tent behind, lake with Founders' Wharf in front.
Group on evening walking tour
Group on evening walking tour

Outdoor facilities:

Teaching Shelter is a covered area with bench seating. Nestled among Garry Oaks it provides exquisite views of Swan Lake; perfect for educational gatherings, meetings, book launches, art & meditation. Your imagination is the only limitation! (30+ guests)

Front Lawn Tent, 30 x 30 foot tent surrounded by towering firs and Garry Oaks, you will be inspired by this memorable natural venue. (50+ guests)

  • 3 additional 10x10 tents available to accommodate additional service or guest needs

Founders’ Wharf can host intimate gatherings surrounded by rushes, bird song and lake water. You will truly host an event on the lake. (12-20 guests)

A tall timbre structure with an angled roof covering cement platforms with wooden benches.
Teaching Shelter
a large white tent surrounded by tall evergreen trees
Front Lawn Tent
A grey boardwalk with wooden rails is surrounded by green reeds and ends with a round dock and blue water at the end.
Founders Wharf

Indoor facilities:

Nature House Main Hall. With stunning views of Swan Lake, soaring architecture and unique character this is a perfect option to mix work & play. (45+ guests theatre style, 25+ seated at tables)

The Classroom features large windows looking out to tranquil oak and lake views. Projector and screen along with high-speed Wi-Fi available to host webinars or conference calls, and the elevated stage offers an area for presentations. 30+ guests (20+ at tables)

o For additional attendees, the Library can be combined with the classroom for 45+ theater style. (30+ at tables)

Classroom
Classroom
Chairs and tables set up for a workshop
Classroom & Library