We do what we love. After nearly 20 years guiding sea kayaking trips in British Columbia, we still feel a sense of anticipation and excitement when pushing off from shore at the beginning of an expedition. With us, you’ll find engaged and professional guides, amazing food and top-notch gear and logistics to allow you the best experience whale watching, paddling and reconnecting with nature. We offer a range of trip styles to choose from such as base camp, expedition, mothership and family tours.
Overview
Trip Highlights
- REMOTE 5-STAR GLAMPING
- WHALE WATCHING
- SCENIC, MOUNTAINS
We do what we love. After nearly 20 years guiding sea kayaking trips in British Columbia, we still feel a sense of anticipation and excitement when pushing off from shore at the beginning of an expedition. With us, you’ll find engaged and professional guides, amazing food and top-notch gear and logistics to allow you the best experience whale watching, paddling and reconnecting with nature. We offer a range of trip styles to choose from such as base camp, expedition, mothership and family tours.
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Kayaking
Activity
- Sea Kayaking & Touring
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Coastal
Destination
- North America
Length
- 5 Days
Accomodation
- Glamping
- Base Camp
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Photography
- Wildlife Viewing
- Wilderness Gourmet
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Adventure Level
Itinerary
Meeting Place
Alder Bay RV Park & Marina
Alder Bay, BRITISH COLUMBIA
Day 1:
Rise and shine ready for fun and adventure. After meeting our water taxi and a safety briefing, our captain will take us through the islands and into Blackfish Sound— the heart of orca territory. Settle into your new home for the next 5 days after a camp orientation.
Day 2:
After a hearty camp breakfast we will meet to discuss our plans for each day. Our route and schedule will depend on weather conditions, wildlife viewing opportunities and group preferences. Generally, we set out in our kayaks after breakfast and paddle to one of the area’s many pocket beaches.
Day 3:
Another day, another adventure awaits. We will launch our kayaks once again for a day filled with exploration and opportunities to learn about our wildlife and coast. At the end of the day, settle into the lounge with a glass of wine and keep your ears open for humpback whales cruising by
Day 4:
The beauty of glamping is the flexibility an established site offers. Opt in to a paddle session, or choose to stay at camp for some chill time or hot tub soak. If you do jump into a kayak, you can expect to navigate winding channels, explore tiny islets and discover the true beauty of the coast.
Day 5:
This is our last day of exploration. After a final morning paddle we will pack up our things and soak up the last bit of tranquility before the water taxi arrives to transport us back to Alder Bay and the real world once again.
Dates & Packages
Whales & Wilderness Glamping
All kayaking equipment (including kayaks, PFDs, paddles, pumps, ropes, dry bags and sponges)
Hydrophone for listening to the whales
Meals (morning snack day 1 to lunch day 4)
Everything you need for the perfect glamping experience: walk-in canvas tents on wooden platforms, oceanside hot tub, real beds (2 twin or 1 king size, thick soy foam mattresses, warm blankets, 2 pillows, linens), bath towel, flashlights/headlamps, hot water bottle, library of natural history books, camp binoculars
Whale watching trip on covered vessel
Return water taxi service from Quadra Island
Park and land use permits
What Guests Are Saying
Beautiful scenery, expert guides, great equipment and DELICIOUS food. I can't rate Spirit of the West highly enough - and what a beautiful area of the world to explore in a kayak! We saw lots of wildlife (including humpbacks and eagles), our guides were exceptional - thank you!
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