 Kayaking in Tofino, Tourism BC/Tom Ryan photo
Kayakers are roaming the seas from the Galapagos Islands to Norwegian Fiords, from Mexico's Sea of Cortes to Vietnam's Halong Bay, but there's no beating the kayaking experience of Tofino and Clayoquot Sound. Part of its wonder is that it ties in to other wilderness experiences such as visits to Hot Springs Cove, whale watching, camping, fishing, beachcombing, bird-watching and photography. First Nations Cultural Tours by Kayak Kayaking brings undulating coastlines rife with discovery, misted bays, secret coves, whales, wildlife and First Nations cultural touring. Today's ocean kayaker has a sense of exploration and discovery in common with the historic Aboriginal paddlers navigating these timeless waterways in cedar dugouts. Ocean Kayaking Tours Tofino has everything the ocean kayaker could need. Several local outfitters supply not only kayaks, but how-to kayaking courses and day-long and multi-day expeditions into the wilderness. Tofino Sea Kayaking Company The Tofino Sea Kayaking Company proffers the full portfolio. Instruction accommodates all levels of expertise with day clinics, weekend courses and wilderness trips. Beginners learn in the calm of Tofino's harbour and surrounding islands. Day tours paddle out to Meares Island, Lemmens Inlet and Vargas Island. Family Kayaking Trips Family kayaking trips of 2.5, 4 and 6 hours accommodate children aged 6 to 11 accompanied by adults. The emphasis is on personal attention and paddling is paced to suit the needs of kids. Paddling in the Wild The company's 6-day Coastal Touring in the Wild tour is an ultimate, hands-on learning adventure. It teaches kayakers the skills needed to travel independently. It instills the confidence to deal with changing weather and sea conditions. Beaches & Island Kayak Tour Wilderness camping tours run 4 to 6 days. The 6-day, Beaches & Islands tour is a collage of surf-swept beaches, wind-sculpted dunes, rocky pinnacles and rainforests. Paddlers skirt the swells, search out Grey Whales feeding in the Sound, photograph sea lions and seabirds and still find time for beachcombing. More Kayaking Outfitters in Tofino Other Tofino outfitters offering kayaking tours include Remote Passages Marine Excursions, Jamie's Whaling Station, Majestic Ocean Kayaking, Paddle West Kayaking, and Rainforest Kayak Adventures.
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