angelmomma530 Posted February 10, 2015 #1 Share Posted February 10, 2015 We are traveling to AK in Aug on Ruby Princess. Our last port is Victoria, BC. It is an evening port 7pm-mid. I really would like to visit Butchart Gardens. What time does it start getting dark there in Aug? I have seen pics and its beautiful at dusk and evening + fireworks, etc but would like to see the flowers in the light also. Basically, is it worth it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiselvr1 Posted February 10, 2015 #2 Share Posted February 10, 2015 We are traveling to AK in Aug on Ruby Princess. Our last port is Victoria, BC. It is an evening port 7pm-mid. I really would like to visit Butchart Gardens. What time does it start getting dark there in Aug? I have seen pics and its beautiful at dusk and evening + fireworks, etc but would like to see the flowers in the light also. Basically, is it worth it? I had a friend who took this excursion last September on her cruise to Alaska. She says there was a lot of people upset that because it was dark outside she and the others said that they could not see much of the gardens in the dark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiserkenn Posted February 10, 2015 #3 Share Posted February 10, 2015 I have been on the evening shore excursion, many times. The gardens are beautifully illuminated, once it gets dark. Go for sure! It is a great experience. It get dark late in early August, but much earlier in late August. No matter! I have enjoyed it at all times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weathermom Posted February 10, 2015 #4 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Sunset is at about 9pm in early august and 8pm by the end of august. Desk lingers awhile though. Dusk and early evening is a beautiful time to see the garden/lights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrnBrok Posted February 10, 2015 #5 Share Posted February 10, 2015 I have not been to the Gardens later in the day, but my early day trip was excellent. These Gardens are a must see at any time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlxo Posted February 10, 2015 #6 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Sunset is at about 9pm in early august and 8pm by the end of august. Desk lingers awhile though. Dusk and early evening is a beautiful time to see the garden/lights. Official sunset time is 8:29pm on August 15th in Vancouver/Victoria. http://www.timeanddate.com/sun/canada/vancouver?month=8&year=2015 Twilight will go until 9pm on that day. For a ships arriving at 7pm I guess you won't be getting on the bus until 7:30pm. You arrive at the gardens at 8pm (30 min drive to Brentwood Bay). In daylight, I typically want 2 hours there. If the ship is delayed.... you will be getting to the gardens there with even less sunlight. If you are walking under a tree canopy, there is even less light. Fireworks is only available on Saturdays. http://www.butchartgardens.com/activities/fireworks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mapleleaves Posted February 10, 2015 #7 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Depending on WHEN in August, you'll have at least an hour of daylight at the Gardens. If this is a one-and-only trip, another option is to leave the ship in Victoria, overnight at a hotel, visit Butchart in the morning, then take the Victoria Clipper to Seattle late afternoon. Just be sure to let the crew know of your plans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelmomma530 Posted February 11, 2015 Author #8 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Cruise is Aug 9-15. It is a Saturday we would be there. Mapleleaves it is a one and only but the leaving ship in Victoria is a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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