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North Island Kayak

Located in Telegraph Cove on the northeast coast of Vancouver Island, BC, North Island Kayak has been providing travellers with the opportunity to kayak with whales and other marine wildlife in this spectacular, remote part of British Columbia since 1991.

Overview

On our 3-day base camp adventure, you will explore the Johnstone Strait, Blackfish Sound and the narrow tidal passages around Hanson Island by kayak, searching for marine wildlife. This tour typically spends one night at a Vancouver Island base camp and one night at a Hanson Island base camp. Johnstone Strait and Blackfish Sound are two of the best areas around Vancouver Island to see wildlife.

Though they are next to each other, their different depths invite different wildlife activity. Humpback whales and Steller sea lions sightings are more likely in Blackfish Sound. This unique, all-inclusive tour is always led by experienced certified guides who will provide you with an engaging, on-water experience, seven delicious and hearty meals, and a comfortable stay at two of our base camps. You can expect to spend four to six hours a day on the water, eat lunches on remote beaches, and explore the Vancouver Island shoreline within the Johnstone Strait. If weather conditions are favourable, you may cross the Strait to the Plumper Islands. The timing and routes of our trips are always determined by our guides. This allows them to create the best possible experience, based on the daily conditions, your group, and wildlife! No two trips are ever the same.

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$1399 ^CAD

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Thrilling adventure paddling in the Johnstone Strait
Sightseeing and wildlife viewing
Glamping in areas not accessible by road
Amazing food prepared by trained guides
Spectacular scenery

North Island Kayak

Quick Facts

Paddlesport

Kayaking

Activity

Sea Kayaking & Touring

Experience/Service

Paddling Trip

Waterway

Coastal

Destination

North America

Length

3 days Days

Accomodation

Glamping

Guided

Outfitted

Custom

Special Interest

Wildlife Viewing

Accreditation

Instructor Training

Adventure Level

Easier Challenging

Itinerary

Meeting Place

24 Boardwalk, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0

Telegraph Cove, British Columbia

Day 1:

At 8:45 a.m., participants meet their guide at North Island Kayak's Telegraph Cove location for a Johnstone Strait kayaking adventure. After onshore orientations, they launch, stopping for a beach picnic in the early afternoon. By mid-afternoon, arrive and set yourself up at camp!

Day 2:

Begin your day with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a hearty breakfast served between 7 and 8 a.m., leaving ample time for relaxation and organization. The return route will be weather-dependent, with a focus on group preferences and potential wildlife sightings.

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Day 3:

After the kayaks are packed, you will slowly start the journey home. The route will vary depending on the weather forecast, but our focus will remain on wildlife viewing. Your group will return to the cove by 3:30 p.m.

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Dates & Packages

Three-Day Base Camp Adventure

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June 2nd to September 22nd

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What Guests Are Saying

Such an amazing trip!! Marc and Tristan were our guides and were awesome hosts. The camps we stayed at were lovely, and the lookout at our second site had a great view of whales and SO MANY porpoises going by. The food was top-notch as well. Highly recommend this experience for anyone looking to explore the North Island!

- Erin Kerr

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