Kayaking & Canoeing
Family kayaking (Dave Heath photo)
Less than an hour from Telegraph Cove, the sheltered Broughton Archipelago – BC's largest marine park – reveals itself as ocean kayaking paradise.
Welcome to an otherworldly realm of misted seas, uninhabited bays and beaches, lush temperate rainforest, Bald eagles, salmon, halibut, sea lions, bears and best of all, Orcas, minke whales and humpback whales.
Ocean Kayaking Tours
North Island Kayak Rental & Tours
Telegraph Cove's North Island Kayak Rental & Tours offers kayaking adventures from two-hour family spins to multi-day wilderness expeditions exploring the whales, wildlife, scenery and history of the vast archipelago. Its popular Half-Day Orca Opportunity tour focuses on the Telegraph Cove area, with guides carrying hydrophones allowing them to follow the whales.
The 5-day Orca Adventure tour takes paddlers into the Johnstone Strait and Broughton Archipelago with Orcas in mind.
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Coastal Spirits
Quadra Island-based Coastal Spirits invites visitors to kayak with whales from its base camp on the Johnstone Strait. The only kayak camp on the shores of the Orca Reserve and Rubbing Beaches, it spoils guests with safari tent accommodations, real beds, beach sauna, barbecues and campfires. The initial boat journey through the Inside Passage is an eye-popper.
Ecosummer Expeditions
Based in Clearwater, 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 eavesdrop on their communications with hydrophones. Hikes and interpretive walks bolster 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.
Practical Points
- Best time for kayaking is late June to early Sept.
- Overall, kayaking ranks as moderate to difficult in the Telegraph Cove area.
- Paddling conditions can be dangerous at times.
- New paddlers are wise to join an organized tour.
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Simoon Sound (Gilford Island)
Telegraph Cove, British Columbia
V0P 1S0
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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257 Glen Rd
Clearwater, British Columbia
V0E 1N0
Websitehttp://www.ecosummer.com
Toll-free800-465-8884
Phone250-674-0102
Like you, we have a huge passion for travel and adventure! We specialize in guided sea kayaking expeditions, canoeing trips and hiking and backpacking adventures in British Columbia. All our hand picked programs are run by seasoned guides with in-depth knowledge and experience, leading you into a world of tranquillity and simplicity to encounter resident wildlife and diverse areas rich in history and culture. With a 30+ year history and thousands of happy clients around the world, Ecosummer Expeditions is the choice for your adventure and travel needs.
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1660 Telegraph Cove Rd
Telegraph Cove, British Columbia
V0N 3J0
Websitehttp://www.kayakbc.ca
Toll-free877-949-7707
Phone250-928-3114
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.
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10676 Crowther Rd
Powell River, British Columbia
V8A 0G4
Websitehttp://www.bcseakayak.com
Toll-free866-617-4444
Phone604-483-2160
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.
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37977 Fourth Ave
Squamish, British Columbia
V8B 0B2
Websitehttp://www.seatoskyexpeditions.com
Toll-free800-990-8735
Phone604-815-4202
Sea to Sky Expeditions has been providing quality wilderness experiences since 1988. We offer a wide variety of activities & locations throughout BC. We are British Columbia's hiking experts, come join us on the West Coast Trail or take in a stunning mountain vista. Sea kayak in Johnstone Strait with the orcas or paddle a canoe through the world-class Bowron Lakes circuit. Amazing scenery, great food, certified guides & new friends await! No previous experience required.
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