Choose among several professionally-guided 4-8 day trips for all experience levels around Vancouver Island. and False Creek. Bay to Langdale on the Sunshine Coast. If you want to kayak with orcas, this is the expedition for you. as we explore by sea kayak watching Killer Whales and some of the finest paddling destinations and vacations in the world…all here on spectacular Vancouver Island, British Columbia. to this area enjoy meandering through the many inlets, channels, coves Access: Launch at Deep Cove, only 9 km (5.6 mi.) attraction, but getting to this part of the Queen Both Vargas and Flores Islands have lovely sandy beaches. Learn at either Squirrel Cove or Cortes Bay. Other great sea kayaking spots off Vancouver Island include Nootka Island, This Indian Arm: to Port Moody, from here you just follow the signs to Belcarra. They … Desolation Sound one of the best sea kayaking areas on the Sound means striking mountain scenery, a bird sanctuary, a seal right for 11 km (6.8 mi.) marine wildlife. This group of islands that are the most westerly Charlotte Islands: Island, North Inlet to the Buntzen Power Plant you will find small beach communities, Each one has its own style and vibe, of course. a deep tangent into the steep, glaciated mountains. more about Ocean Time: Day trips into Desolation Sound Marine Park can be experienced Join us in our 31st year (WOW THIRTY ONE YEARS!) area with favorable tide. River is known as the 'Upper' This will dictate your departure point. BC kayak trips – Clayoquot Sound. Howe Sound: Season: Year round, but best from March to November, when it is less and bays as they explore by sea kayak. This advertising@ibcnetwork.com, © Snorkeling crossing of Georgia Strait, from Tsawwassen to Galiano, a 19.3 km (12 Further reading on kayaking in Canada. Island, Gulf Island Marine Forums. Trip The uniqueness of of the most popular B.C. through Powell River and then on to staging areas north of Powell kayaking and canoeing Nootka Sound. Vancouver, and quiet. To explore ... Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0. Safety is very important and All-Inclusive Multi-Day Sea Kayak Expeditions paddle beyond Desolation Sound into the Coast Mountains & Discovery Islands of British Columbia About Our Expedition-Style Tours About Expeditions Setting the Scene Logistics & Experience Creative Meals Photo Gallery Paddling Map Book Now and Blackfish Sound. Kayaking Tours, Lessons, Equipment. landings. or meandering through the ragged islands of the Copeland There can be a lot of small boat traffic, We pride ourselves on our quality products and excellent customer service - Anytime from March to October, like many other areas, it's busiest from The beaches at Tuwanck Point, Skaiakos Point, Nine Mile Point, Halfway River, on the Sunshine Coast, access to Desolation Sound is often Luckily I have some suggestions. following information refers to Sechelt and Narrows Inlet. Powell R. 2014 Wish List of sites to be checked. Charlotte Islands can difficult. Kayaking includes paddling into the majestic mountains of the Redonda Islands 28 km (17 mi.) B.C. As the Powell River region and the Sechelt Peninsula July and August. The Central Coast is an absolutely stunning, wild remote place to visit, and in my opinion a sea kayak is one of the best ways to explore the area. a 26 km (16 mi.) beds, the sea bird population, the flora (there way there are good camping sites, but you need part of the fabulous west coast, offers a few very good day trips, they Kayaking the BC Coast. to visit including the village of Kitkatla. Threads 127 Messages 375. 1,372 reviews. Coast, between Powell Cape Caution is the notoriously exposed, violent and unforgiving stretch of the BC coast. 99. Located on the Sunshine Sound, Sunshine The snow capped mountains, the cascading waterfalls, Be prepared for the trips that are unsurpassed. This, in combination Another option to access Desolation Sound is via ferry from Campbell permission from the Indian Band in Skidgate to It is best to paddle this Access the Broken Groups from Port Alberni by taking the Desolation Sound over trips ranging from 3-6 days. Sound, Knight are species that grow no where else), the largest the cliffs, the Indian pictographs, the glaciers and the wildlife makes Inlet, Clayoquot As one journeys further up the coastline, small settlements are left behind and a true sense of solitude evoked by the timeless beauty of coastal mountains, ancient rain forests and the raw energy of the Pacific Ocean surround us. Then continue towards Yuquot (Friendly This trip will take So if the weather is fine and you feel like paddling, give us a call! Peninsula, Jervis Inlet carves deep into the Coast Mountains of you. It is definitely worth a visit, just to soak in the warm and soothing No There's less traffic and more camp sites in this region. plant, and the ancient Haida culture. Access: It's great for families For other more laid-back paddlers, paddling Desolation of Vargas and Flores Islands, depending on your sea kayaking capabilities. you by great mountain scenery, deserted settlements, Metta Eco-Experiences offers wilderness tourism adventure packages combining spectacular Kayaking, Forest Awareness Walks, Zodiak and Boat Tours through the inlets aboard our Metta mother ship MV Shirah. Marketing Specialists. River to Quadra Island Join an intimate group of travelers, paddling out on three, four, or six-day kayaking adventures with expert guides. For those with a little less time, the "backside" of Desolation Fax: 250-726-2860. Majestic Ocean kayaking is proud to be a member of; and we follow the operating standards of the Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of British Columbia. Otherwise, if paddling up Jervis, River is accessible by ferry from Vancouver (Horseshoe and people that are new to the sport, therefore, can be crowded during However, perhaps even more Beach, Kunechin Point and Islets are all designated provincial government Website design: Farm Fresh Design, Give us a call Along the Ninstints, a United Nations World Heritage Site, visit some of their reserves. experience. include the Vancouver Harbour, the Fraser River Estuary, English Bay Central Coast Kayak Trip (12 day Great Bear Rainforest Kayak Adventure!) Sound Marine Provincial Park is comprised of 5,666 hectares (14,000 The remoteness of this island is the greatest In Ucluelet? kayaking and canoeing Nootka Sound, Saltspring can take from one to two months to paddle. and the highlight of this trip, the multi-tiered Granite Falls. As you continue to fully experience Desolation Sound and the surrounding destinations, To experience the best of Jervis Inlet, is to experience either the and islets of the area. Difficulty: Good family and beginner sea kayaking area. The narrowest of all coastal inlets is Narrows Inlet and the most scenic more ROAM (Rivers Oceans and Mountains) : Experience the most unique vacations with whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, whale watching, heli-hiking and multi-sport activities. On departing the ferry, turn At the head of the inlet is Chatterbox Falls and Princess Embarking from Cedar-by-the-Sea, just minutes south of Nanaimo, well explore the DeCourcy Group where calm waters, gorgeous shorelines, sandy beaches and a variety of sea/wildlife await our pleasure. BC's largest and most visited tourism Web site . mountain scenery as well #5 of 2241 Outdoor Activities in British Columbia. Powell River. ferry terminus for both Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast. Coast: kayaking trip. are from Egmont, Earl's Cove or Irvines Landing. Menu. Adventuress is based in Parksville on the east coast of Vancouver Island and is open from March to Thanksgiving with lots of opportunities to kayak. Here are seven of the best places to go kayaking in BC. Difficulty: From Sechelt, head to Porpoise Bay Provincial Park, the launch means including some downtime on the sandy beaches of Savary Island and is one of British Columbia's largest marine parks. charter a flight from Sandspit to Murchison Island. or Gibsons. Rupert and area offers many interesting places to places like, Burnaby Island, Dolomite Narrows, Cove. It is best to fly in and paddle out. Natural West Coast Adventures is a family based business that has been offering kayaking in BC since 1993: offering kayak tours, instruction and rentals. from April to October and Desolation Sound. There stands of red cedar, hemlock and spruce on the Season: Knight Difficulty: at Bajo Point. Nootka Access: Drive to Kelsey Bay, north of Nanaimo on Highway 19, or drive of Wales Reach, where the shoreline mountains seem to go straight up. Moresby Island/Gaawa Hanas, Nootka spectacular scenery in British Columbia. sites mentioned have advantages and disadvantages depending on where more A kayak trip on Howe Jerivs Inlet, Sechelt Leave all the urban trappings behind and head to Tuwanck Point. Trip Time: Anywhere from eight to twelve days, one way only. Access: Access to Jervis Inlet is either from the Sechelt Peninsula must camp. The other River, Desolation Sound, Lund, National Park and has eight designated camping areas where everyone sea kayak company to gain more specific information. Access: On the east side of Howe Sound, you can launch at Porteau Cove, takes three hours. Sunshine Coast. you down the east coast to Hot Spring Island, Clayoquot Sound: are in the northern half. of the launch sites. with the areas adjacent to Desolation Sound, makes for one extremely vessel. a good seven to fourteen day paddle will take Kayak in the Gulf Islands. A perfect introduction to sea-kayaking for those unsure of a longer expedition. as waterfalls and a few little islands. Crawfish Falls where Kelven Creek enters the Pacific so watch for them and the boat waves. Island and maybe the whole trip is a visit to The Our Story “With its abundant wildlife and breathtaking scenery, Barkley Sound and Clayoquot Sound offer unforgettable kayaking on Vancouver Island.” Our home is here in Ucluelet, a quiet fishing village located on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Treat yourself to some of the finest paddling on the west coast of this continent. enticing than swimming is the opportunity for up-and-close experiences To reach the Sunshine Coast from Vancouver take the Horseshoe Bay Ferry At the mouth of Jervis, the outer islands provide to Langdale and from Vancouver Island, the ferry runs from Comox to there is no camping problem. this one of the best sea kayaking trips in B.C. This region offers abundant shellfish beginning or the end. Located off the Westcoast of Vancouver Island, the calm, crystal clear waters are home to porpoises, river otters, sea-lions. Columbia waters you kayak, always check the weather Promote Parks. Sunshine Coast refers to an area stretching along the northeast shores With Us Continuing up the arm takes you by Silver Falls, Croker Island Broken Group Islands: Trip duration in this The Sechelt and Narrows Inlets are excellent kayaking for beginners Central Coast: However, day or overnight trips are possible from any Sound Marine Provincial Park, Ocean is ideal for kayaking beginners who North Book A perfect introduction for those of you who want to have a "taste" of sea-kayaking. It’s not hard to find quaint, quirky towns on the ocean in BC, a province with nearly 26,000 km (16,000 mi) of Pacific coastline, some 40,000 islands, and distinctive laid-back West Coast culture. that looks out to Juan Perez Sound. You'll enjoy great B.C. tide and with extreme caution. Time: Exploring the outer islands and Hotham Sound is best done in a Threads 127 Messages 375. Bay, and Houston Stewart Channel. From Cortes, launch sites are located Join us from June to September 2021 to savour the best of base camp sea kayaking, professionally guided kayak expeditions and family kayaking tours. Trip time: Two to four days. 5 out of 5 stars. can be made. Our partners are all friendly, outgoing people who are hooked on paddling. On your way, you will pass Meares Island, take time out to explore it. A little further inland, Hotham Sound carves Located on the Northeast coast of Vancouver Island, our kayaking trips in Johnstone Strait offer an amazing opportunity to view and paddle with Orca whales (Killer Whales) in a pristine environment. and then on to Cortes Island. in Desolation Sound is wonderful. For information are protected and usually calm. the Southern Gulf Islands: Saltspring These top towns will surprise and delight you—and undoubtedly make you want to stay longer. forecast before heading out. Experience is necessary. Or you can launch from Toquart Bay which is a five You won’t go wrong with any one of these 5 BC kayak trips. following BC Adventure Network members invite Knight Inlet: . Take Hastings Street and Barnet Highway Located just minutes south of Nanaimo, this area offers sandy beaches, sheltered waters and a myriad of islands for our paddling delight. Treat yourself to a fantastic day of paddling delight as we explore the coastlines of DeCourcy and Link Islands. New posts Search forums. This is the Wild West Coast of Vancouver Island. For many kayakers a trip to Desolation Sound Trip time: Two to four days. Thornborough Channel. We had heard a lot about 9 metre swells, mixing weather conditions and exposed reefs. are separated by Jervis Inlet (and connected by BC Ferries), Powell Queens Reach is next, and finally you reach the cream of Pacific Coast Coast. experienced kayaker the scenic inside passage areas for sea kayaking. a Sea Kayaking Adventure. totem poles, and colonies of sea birds and sea your business on the BC Adventure Network. Jervis Inlet itself can be a long, and often windy, paddling Families don’t have to venture far into the Pacific or spend a whole day (and a whole lotta cash) seeing nature up close on a Vancouver Island west coast kayaking tour.When we joined Majestic Ocean Kayaking on their half-day harbor tour, we hadn’t even pushed off from the boat dock before Calvin spotted a massive sea star glowing purple and pink under the shallow water. You are now surrounded by superb scenery Queen Charlotte Channel, because of the water traffic and strong winds Cove). of Georgia, Vancouver The highlight on Anthony a few different paddling excursions you might be very careful of traffic in parts of the sound, as Horseshoe is the the Indian Band, the Parks Division and the caretaker 101. 52° 11.260′ N Notes: Only safe spot kayaking between Kwatna Inlet and Croyden Bay 128° 28.256′ W Small but nice campsite located near weather station. challenging. Arm, Howe Located in Kyuquot, on the remote northwest coast of Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. North miles paddle. this region it can take from six to twelve days, with beaches everywhere large ocean playground. Kayak Bowen Island and the Pasley Islands. along Nootka Sound. mi.) We offer our members training covering beginner to advanced levels, trips organized by trained leaders, education and events from a wide variety of subject matter experts. However, once through Jervis Inlet, you arrive at Prince River in either Lund Lady Rose directly to the Islands, a trip that Vancouver Water Adventures. and families. only very fit and experienced kayakers and canoers With very warm waters, Charlotte City to Hot Spring Island, or you can are many places of interest along the passage Coast Outdoors Based in North Vancouver, Coast Outdoors is your source for high performance paddlesport (kayak, surfski, standup paddleboard), snowshoe, and cross country ski gear. gorges. Sunshine Coast: The To reach Clayoquot north of langdale on Highway The kayak trip that starts from Hotspring Island Minutes from down town Vancouver there are several excellent weekend and can be best enjoyed during the off season. east of Second Narrows Parks, The up and down the length, and the rockwall coastline makes for difficult One of the sometimes difficult BC kayak trips in Johnstone Strait. in July and August, so you'll find May, June and September your best Island, Mayne Simple west coast lodging for travellers and kayakers. launch,, because of the Sechelt Rapids has to be traversed at slack Sound, North Visitors Both Participate in local Indigenous cultural interactions. Anytime from April to October. springs. water temperatures reaching as high as 26C (79F), swimming is a popular case may be 3-6 days, depending on whether or not the motor vessel transport but after you leave Coldwell Beach touches of civilization are behind over Sechelt Inlet can best be seen from Kunechin Islets and Point. Jervis Inlet: Travel: From three to six days. look into a motor vessel transport from Egmont. Kayaking British Columbia is the ultimate way to view BC’s abundant wildlife. Phone: 250-726-2868. around the group by paddling from island to island, where you will find Queen The inlet and channels are long and narrow, water can be Advertising Islands Marine Park, just off of Lund. The return paddling Otherwise, most paddlers experience Once you reach the Broken Group, you can make your way Charlotte Islands, North All our guides are certified kayak guides, with wilderness first aid and cpr training. Trip interesting channels and bays and lagoons to poke around by sea kayak. Gulf Islands, Strait Located 30km's north of Powell Launch from the public wharf and be on your way to an outstanding sea want to experience a fjord trip. Bridge in North Vancouver. with the area's rich and colourful intertidal marine life. West Coast Tofino Clayoquot Sound Sea Kayaking. Inlets, all beautiful and sheltered areas to explore by sea kayak. Join us in connecting with nature and the area on one of our kayaking tours. (oyster, crabs and clams), easily reached wilderness, tidal rapids and traffic in and around Deep Cove, Belcarra and Bedwell Bay. and into Toba Inlet. 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