Kayaking & Canoeing
Family kayaking (Dave Heath photo)
Only 15 minutes from Port McNeill, the islands of the vast, sheltered Broughton Archipelago – BC's largest marine park – are revealed as an ocean kayak wonderland.
Welcome to this otherworldly realm of misted seas, uninhabited bays and beaches, lush temperate rainforest, bald eagles, jumping salmon, sea lions, Orcas, bears and minke and humpback whales.
Kingfisher Wilderness Adventures
Among Port McNeill's handful of operators, Kingfisher Wilderness Adventures offers year-round ocean kayaking expeditions from one to 16 days from its Orca Waters Base Camp. The multi-day tours focus on the whales, wildlife, scenery and Aboriginal history of the vast Archipelago. Its Nuchatlitz Inlet tour takes visitors kayaking among a huge concentration of sea otters. Other tours invite kayakers to explore Gwaii Haanas National Park, with its 10,000 years of Haida First Nation history and flabbergasting wilderness.
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Ecosummer Expeditions
Based in Clearwater, BC, Ecosummer Expeditions offers whale-watching by kayak from its Orca Camp on Johnstone Strait. Its base camp sits on a half-moon bay flanked by old-growth forest. Activities accommodate both seasoned and newbie kayakers. Participants observe and photograph whales on the surface and listen to their communications with underwater microphones. Hikes and interpretive walks supplement an experience of incomparable wonder.
Broughton Archipelago Paddler's Inn
Located in Simoon Sound, 19km/30mi north east of Port McNeill, the Broughton Archipelago Paddler's Inn is just a short water taxi or float plane ride away. It's also possible to kayak across in two to three days. Embark on a week long guided adventure learning to sea kayak, and explore the wildlife-rich shorelines with the wilderness lodge as a base. Family oriented kayak adventures are a great way for everyone to experience the coastal wilderness.
Columbia III Ship
Not least, Mothership Adventures offers extensive ocean kayaking tours from the venerable Columbia III. Now lovingly renovated, this is the ship that once delivered medicine, religion and society to communities along the North Island coast. With skilled naturalists, first-rate cooking and an abiding love of kayaking, the voyage is an unforgettable adventure.
U'mista Cultural Centre
The outfit's four-to-six-day itineraries begin with a journey to the heart of First Nations history and culture. At Alert Bay, kayakers explore the U'mista Cultural Centre and Museum with its stunning Potlatch Collection of Native masks and regalia once outlawed in Canada.
Then it's all about paddling the misted waters and lagoons of Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait and the islands of the Broughton Archipelago. Whales, wildlife, great companionship and starry skies pack the remarkable agenda.
Practical Points
- Best time for kayaking the Broughton Archipelago is late June to early September.
- Overall, kayaking is rated moderate to difficult in the Port McNeill area. And paddling conditions can be dangerous at times.
- Newbie paddlers are wise to join an organized tour.
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Websitehttp://www.adventuress.ca
Toll-free866-955-6702
Phone250-755-6702
Come paddle with us! The scenery is spectacular here with mountain vistas, majestic old growth rainforests, expansive wilderness & captivating wildlife. What better way to see all of this, than to kayak the shores of Vancouver Island. Adventuress offers wildlife tours, rentals & lessons. Choose from fun day tours in Nanoose, Parksville & Qualicum Beach to weekend getaways & exciting multi-day adventures in the Gulf Islands, Desolation Sound, Johnstone Strait & Broken Group Islands. Check out our all-women trips; all women-all fun! Every day an adventure. Live fully. Let Adventuress Sea Kayaking take you on a trip of a lifetime.
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Simoon Sound (Gilford Island)
Telegraph Cove, British Columbia
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Websitehttp://www.paddlersinn.ca
Toll-free
Phone250-230-0088
Sea kayak in comfort based from our oceanside or float-house
accommodations. Enjoy catered meals or cook for yourself. Guided
kayak tours & rentals are available, as well as charter boat tours & kayak transport. Acupressure massage is also available on-site.
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1790A Campbell Way
Port McNeill, British Columbia
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Websitehttp://www.kingfisher.ca
Toll-free866-546-4347
Phone250-956-4617
Guided sea kayaking tours of northern Vancouver Island, The Great Bear Rainforest & Haida Gwaii (Queen Charlotte Islands). Base camp & expedition-style tours ranging from 4 to 15 days. Join us at our Orca Waters Base Camp for the best in wildlife & whale viewing or an expedition to Gwaii Haanas National Park for the ultimate in wilderness adventures. Family specific departures are available. All tours are fully inclusive & no experience is needed for most tours.
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7050 Rupert St
Port Hardy, British Columbia
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Websitehttp://www.seakayakadventures.com
Toll-free800-616-1943
Phone800-616-1943
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.
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685 Heriot Bay Rd
Heriot Bay, British Columbia
V0P 1N0
Websitehttp://www.kayakbritishcolumbia.com
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Phone250-204-0420
Kayak with Killer Whales at our Orca base camp in Johnstone Strait or take one of our kayak expedition vacations to Desolation Sound, Discovery Islands or the Fjordlands. Trips range from 4 to 7 days. We provide memorable outdoor experiences for adventure travellers that combine spectacular scenery, scrumptious food & abundant wildlife encounters including whales, dolphins, bears & eagles. Our top-rated service caters to both local & international clientele. All tours are fully inclusive & no kayaking experience is required. Only have a day? Visit our storefront for paddleboard & kayak rentals or day tours in the stunning vistas surrounding Quadra Island.
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