Tobermory Travel Guide

Tobermory is known as the scuba diving capital of Canada for the numerous shipwrecks that rest at the bottom of Fathom Five National Marine Park. It's a coastal community with clear turquoise water, tall, ancient pine trees, and breathtaking views from the top of the peninsula. People come here because they love the gorgeous beaches, excellent scuba diving, unspoiled wilderness, and laid back pace.

Things to Do in Tobermory

Try out the scuba diving at Fathom Five National Marine Park and explore the 22 different, fantastic shipwrecks, some dating back to the 1880s. If you prefer not to venture into the deep blue sea, you can see them through a glass-bottomed boat as you take a trip to Flowerpot Island. The island is also a great day trip for hikes, swimming and nature watching.The spectacular flowerpot rock pillars are found here, and you can spend a day exploring the caves and finding rock formations.You can also rent a paddle board and cruise around the crystal waters of the coastline, exploring things for yourself. On land, the community of Tobermony is a fun, colorful seaside place with plenty of great restaurants, shopping, a brewery, and relaxing waterfront places to enjoy a drink. At night, the star gazing here is magnificent!

Best Time to Visit Tobermory

Come to Tobermory in summer for the warmest water temperatures and wonderful days spent outside camping, hiking, and exploring the awesome beauty of this area.