Kayaking & Canoeing

Sea Kayak Tours from Telegraph Cove providing you with the best opportunity for the unforgettable experience of viewing orca or killer whales & many other marine mammals in their natural, wilderness environment.

2 hour, half day & day guided tours departing daily.

Guided tours from 2-6 days in the realm of the Orca, led by highly trained passionate guides, excellent equipment, meals that will delight & an overall experience that will safely provide you with life long memories, while causing the minimum impact on the area.

Call for last minute specials!

Kayak & equipment rentals available.

Ocean River Adventures has been "getting you out there" for over 30 years & it has never been easier or so much fun - we were even voted the best Kayak School in western Canada by Sea Kayaker Magazine! Tour options with a certified guide include: Harbour kayak tours - 3 hrs; Discovery Island kayak tours- 6 hrs; & Discovery Island Hiking tours - 3 1/2 hrs. Custom Tours & instruction offered upon request. Kayak & Stand Up Paddleboard rentals are available from downtown Victoria. Open 7 days a week, the Ocean River Sports outdoor retail store is a must-visit for quality outdoor clothing & gear.

Come to Pedals & Paddles, one of BC's original kayak outfitters serving paddlers with exceptional service and equipment since 1991. Relocated in 2012 to a spectacular waterfront location with private beach on the shore of Sechelt Inlet, we offer rentals and tours from hourly to multi-day. Sechelt Inlet is a paddlers paradise where the mountains meet the ocean, and where you can see eagles and heron flying above, and seals and dolphins playing in the ocean...really! A safe and protected waterway, we are located at the end of the road, the Adventure starts here!

Desolation Sound Marine Park is one of BC's most beautiful and largest marine parks. Unusually warm Pacific waters, prolific marine wildlife and towering mountains highlight this beautiful region. Since 1995, PR Sea Kayak has been providing high quality guided tours as well as instruction and rentals.

Join us in 2013 for an all-inclusive multi-day tour - including great foods, high-end kayaks and equipment and a total immersion into the beauty of Desolation! Day tours also available.

2014 will begin a new level of comfort, quality and experience. Desolation's Island Cabana Experience! Handcrafted eco-cabins on an island in the middle of Desolation.

Since 1997 Quadra Island Kayaks have been offering exceptional guided sea kayak tours for people of all ages! No experience required. Our waterfront location in Heriot Bay (next to Rebecca Spit Provincial Park) is the gateway to Quadra's best sea kayaking! Mountain views & endless scenic shoreline provide outstanding paddling options. Seals, eagles, dolphins, porpoise, shorebirds & vibrant inter-tidal life keep the trips exciting! Several daily departures: full day, half-day and sunset paddles. 100% safety record. Free pick-up offered from the Campbell River ferry. Lunch or hearty snack provided on all tours! Ask us about our "Overnight" adventures!

Fully catered guided sea kayaking & whale watching tours in BC's Johnstone Strait (home to Robson Bight - world's only orca preserve) & God's Pocket Provincial Park, northern Vancouver Island, since 1996. Our 4, 5 & 6 day paddling tours in heart of whale territory allow you to maximize chances of seeing orcas & whales & explore new paddling areas daily. Novices welcome - no prior experience is necessary. We use top of the line BC-made Seaward kayaks, whip up memorable gourmet food & provide all gear & kayak instruction needed.

Paddle the calm waters of Ladysmith's Harbour. Professional sea kayak guides offer free lessons with hourly rentals & tours. Choose from our 2 hour wildlife paddle board (SUP) and kayak tours, full day excursions, 3-5 day kayak vacations, snorkeling or scuba dive charters. Located mid-island;1 hour drive north of Victoria, 20 minutes south of Nanaimo, 10 minutes from world-renowned Chemainus murals. Beachfront home to Vancouver Island Paddlefest. Eco-Adventure Centre offers kayak & equipment sales, lessons, tours, rentals, stand-up paddle boarding and boat platform rentals for scuba diving and snorkeling. Family-friendly beachfront park - swimming, playgrounds, dog park, beach volleyball, trails.

West Coast Canoe Tours:

Explore the rich marine ecosystem while experiencing Coast Salish culture while you enjoy a guided interpretive paddle in one of our traditional 31 foot Coast Salish Ocean going canoes. Gently paddle the protected waters of Burrard Inlet & the beautiful pristine Indian Arm. Trained First Nations Guides share first nation's culture, sing traditional songs & tell legends & the history of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation.

Rainforest Ground Tour:

Explore the ancestral trails of Whey-Ah-Whichen (Cates Park). Learn about the traditional uses of the local flora and fauna, harvesting methods, traditional medicines & how to identify different plant species.

Tofino's original kayak company, the Kayaking Centre has been providing daily sea kayaking tours & kayak rentals, since 1988. Join us on one of our daily paddling tours & explore the breathtaking beauty of Clayoquot Sound. No experience necessary as all tours very begin with an introductory lesson & are lead by our highly experienced & knowledgeable guides. Our waterfront deck is a favorite spot to enjoy Espresso coffee & goodies. Pickup books & supplies for the west coast lifestyle. We are located at 320 Main St, right on the waterfront of downtown Tofino.

Savour a diverse west coast sea kayaking adventure that allows you to connect, experience & refresh. Options for families & individual adventurers of all ages. Truly get away and journey off the beaten path by sea kayak in the marine wilderness of Kyuquot Sound & Checleset Bay. With the unmatched camping luxuries of our Wilderness Retreat on Spring Island, learn about local First Nation culture, colourful marine wildlife & the mysteries of the coast's old-growth forests on multi-day, all-inclusive, professionally-guided tours with delicious wholesome meals, comfy beds & a team that cares.