Boating & Sailing

Ever dreamed of sailing? Adventure West will take you to see amazing sights around Campbell River, Discovery Islands & Desolation Sound. We offer daily sailing tours. We also feature sightseeing, sail & dine tours, kayaking, paddleboarding & many other exciting adventures. You don't need any experience sailing & you'll have the opportunity to learn basic to advanced sailing skills while enjoying delightful snacks & meals & breathtaking scenery. Sailing can be for everyone & with Adventure West it's affordable & easy. Visit our website for trip ideas & for more information.

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Experience the Fraser Canyon like never before, join us for an exhilarating jet boat ride in some of BC most scenic country. We offer all levels of excitement including wild & wet rides through some of our most famous rapids in the country. Enjoy relaxing scenic tours with BBQ shore lunch or ride the waves in Sailor Bar Rapid. Step back in time & follow the foot steps of Simon Fraser as we travel the famous Fraser Canyon Discovery Route. Join us for one of our many Jet Boat Tours.

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We offer both sailing as well as kayaking from Oak Bay, the "wild side of Victoria - only 15 minutes from downtown Victoria, |This area is a boaters dream featuring wild islands, protected waters, anchorages, and the most reliable winds to be found on Vancouver Island. This area is noted for its marine wildlife & several marine conservation areas guarantee interesting encounters & sights. The snow-capped mountains surrounding are a bonus!.

Half-day, day & overnight sail & kayaking tours are offered. Your Skipper & paddling guides/naturalists are fully certified and have over 20 years cumulative experience in these waters.

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We are situated in British Columbia, Canada and specialize in bareboat sail and power boat charters. Alternatively, you can hire an instructor to help create unforgettable vacation memories aboard our late model charter yachts or do a customized 'Cruise & Learn' program giving you the skills to bareboat on your next charter. Our popular Yacht Lease program is a great alternative to owning a boat for a fraction of the cost of ownership. We can also organize a fishing charter with a professional guide and all equipment provided. Call us for more details!

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Go Sailing!

Island Cruises Sailing Adventures offers day sails, an island waters tour (4 hrs) & custom excursions which can include a cottage retreat on Ruxton Island .

Experience the Gulf Islands aboard the Santa Isabella, a 10 m (35 ft) classic wooden, westcoast sailboat. Birders, photographers, artists, individuals & families all delight in the natural beauty, unique character & lifestyle featured on the Island Cruises tours. Find out more on our website.

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What could be better than spending summer days exploring the beautiful BC coast while learning to sail a traditional tall ship? Our ten-day summer trips collectively circumnavigate Vancouver Island. Programs open to ages 13-25 year olds with short day sails open to all ages. Our ships are the 34 metre (111 ft) topsail schooner Pacific Swift and the 42 m (138 ft) gaff rigged schooner Pacific Grace. Formal sailing instruction is provided, and no previous experience is necessary. Trips ashore and rousing mug-ups round out this life changing experience!

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Simply Sailing is a Vancouver based, CYA registered Sailing School.

Our Approach to Sailing is Simple: Hands on learning on local waters on a forgiving boat. Taking sailing classes will give you an opportunity to explore the exciting world of sailing and become your own Captain.

Learning to sail is a very rewarding experience. You will love standing on the sailboat, the wind in your face and marvel at Vancouver's skyline and the mountains in the background.

Simply Sailing - Your start to an unforgettable adventure.

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We specialize in ISPA (International Sail & Power Association) sailing instruction around Vancouver Island. Whether you are intending to set out on a world voyage or charter a bareboat, our goal is to get you sailing with confidence & increase your skills to reach each ISPA level of sailing certification. We explore Desolation Sound, Gulf Islands, Sunshine Coast or the West Coast to increase your knowledge & understanding of sailing in tidal waters around Vancouver Island and have fun.

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