VANCOUVER, British Columbia - TelAve -- Palapa Tours is inviting British Columbia entrepreneurs to explore a distinctive opportunity in waterfront tourism as the Canadian-owned brand prepares for its next phase of expansion.

With a corporate-operated Victoria location scheduled to open in May 2027, Palapa Tours is evaluating additional markets across Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia.

Communities of interest include Nanaimo, Campbell River, the Comox Valley, the Lower Mainland and the Okanagan, subject to territory availability, local feasibility and regulatory requirements. Victoria itself is a corporate location and is not an available franchise territory.

The Palapa Tours concept combines floating tropical hospitality venues with sightseeing, private charters, group celebrations and other waterfront experiences.

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Unlike a traditional retail franchise, the business is designed for hands-on entrepreneurs interested in building local tourism operations and creating memorable guest experiences.

The company is seeking prospective operators with leadership skills, community connections and a passion for tourism.

Palapa Tours representatives will be in Vancouver for the Franchise Canada Show on November 14–15, 2026 (Booth 109).

Learn about owner-operator opportunities: https://palapa.tours/franchise/?utm_source=prlog&utm_medium=press_release&utm_campaign=bc_expansion_2026

About Palapa Tours:
Palapa Tours is a 100% Canadian-owned waterfront tourism company with an established Ottawa operation, a licensed Toronto location and a corporate Victoria location planned for May 2027. The company's vessels are built in Canada.

Media inquiries / contact:
Mike Karpishka, President, Palapa Tours
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
info@palapa.tours · 343-204-5599