SMITH LAKE FARM · COMOX VALLEY
The heart of
the farm is buzzing.
Beekeeping Tours & Honey Tasting
GROUP EXPERIENCES · MERVILLE, VANCOUVER ISLAND · BC
Suit up and step into the hives in our farm apiary. Head to the barn and taste honey from around the world — guided by the people who tend the bees through ethical science-based practices
THE EXPERIENCE
Beekeeping Tour & Honey Tasting
Come to work with us and learn about the magical world of bees. Suit up in full beekeeping gear, step into the apiary, and get hands-on alongside one ofour beekeepers doing the real work that keeps these hives thriving. Learn what it take to help bees thrive on West Coast of Vancouver Island and why this work matters for the land. Then head to the barn for a curated tasting of 16 local and international honeys — and leave with a small jar of honey from our farm.
It's the kind of experience you can't get anywhere else.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Guided beekeeping tour
A hands-on walk through our working apiary with expert guidance from our beekeeping team.
Full beekeeping suits
Head-to-toe protective gear provided for every guest — all ages and sizes welcome.
Curated honey tasting
A guided tasting of local and international honeys — learn what makes each one distinct.
Mini take-home honey jar
Every guest leaves with a small jar of Smith Lake Farm honey to remember the day.
Also included: Optional access to our disc golf course and scenic farm walks for your group before or after the experience — make a full afternoon of it!
BOOK GROUP EXPERIENCE
Ready to meet
the bees?
Beekeeping & Honey Tasting tours are booked as private group experiences for 10–15 people that lasts 2 hrs.
Get in touch and we'll help you plan the perfect day on the farm.
Come Wearing: Closed toes shoes
2 hr
From 400 Canadian dollars
Weather Cancellation Policy: If the weather is not conducive like major storm or rain then the tour will be either cancelled or rescheduled. No cost to you.
Great for: family reunions, school groups, corporate team outings, birthday celebrations, bachelorette parties, and anyone who's ever been curious about what actually happens inside a hive.
OUR APIARY
Smith Lake Farm is a small commercial apiary on Vancouver Island. We breed bees specifically suited to the West Coast climate — mite-resistant, tolerant of cold and wet weather, and genuinely gentle. We believe this mission is fundamental to local food security and healthy hives across the Comox Valley.
We use science-based beekeeping methods and collaborate with other apiaries on a local breeding programme designed to give our bees the best possible chance of surviving seasonal challenges in long-term health. We love these bees — and we love sharing them.
Mite-resistant breeding
Our bees are selectively bred to resist Varroa mites — one of the biggest threats to hive health globally.
West Coast climate adapted
Cold, wet winters are tough on hives. Our breeding programme creates bees that thrive in BC conditions.
Raw local honey
We sell honey directly from our hives — unprocessed, seasonal, and unique to our lands wetland flora.
Community collaboration
We work with other Comox Valley apiaries to strengthen local bee populations across the region.
COMING SPRING 2027
More experiences on the way.
We're expanding our group offerings in 2027. Join our mailing list to be the first to know when bookings open.
SPRING 2017
Custom Package
Build your own group experience — combine the bee tour with glamping, sauna, disc golf, and more.
SPRING 2027
The full bee experience followed by a seasonal farm lunch made with ingredients grown right here.