Kayak Vancouver Island, British Columbia
- Northern Vancouver Island best place for kayaking with orcas and whales
- Great time to travel to Canada - $1 US dollar = $1.20 Canadian
"The trip was more than
I could have imagined. It was, by far, the best adventure trip I have ever
taken".
-- Shari Kleist, Johnstone Strait BC sea kayaking tour
An incredible
environment for sea kayaking with killer whales, BC Canada's Inside Passage is a sheltered, glacier-carved
waterway between the northeast coast of Vancouver Island and the snow-capped
mountains of mainland British Columbia. A focal point,
Johnstone Strait (out of Port McNeill near Port Hardy)
allows us the best opportunity to view orcas up close from a kayak, as these scenic waters
contain the highest density of killer whales anywhere in the northern
hemisphere. These strictly fish-eating "northern
resident" orcas are attracted by the prolific salmon runs that are funneled from
the open ocean by geography into this narrow strait, where they congregate. Thus, it is a major
site of study by the world's most renowned orca scientists. It is only an extremely rare trip
that we don't see these magnificent creatures. The world's only orca preserve - Michael Biggs Robson Bight Ecological Preserve is located in Johnstone Strait. The rugged beauty of its
hundreds of islands, lush rainforest, profusion of marine life, ancient sites
of native culture, creates a magical Canadian sea kayak experience reminiscent
of an earlier time.
Our self-supported paddle routes in the heart of prime orca territory, moving camp most nights, allow us to fully explore this area and maximize our chances of seeing orcas. Although the surrounding
waters are home to bald eagles, humpback whales, seals and porpoises, it is the
orcas that captivate our attention by blowing, spyhopping and breaching. If the
excitement of paddling with orcas isn't enough, discover the fascinating
cultural history of the area. We camp part of the time on a private island
owned by the First Nations indigenous people, by exclusive arrangement - right
in the heart of orca territory. Among the intricate network of lush
forested islands, explore ancient village sites and ancient middens. Don't miss
the cliff pictographs.
Sea Kayak Adventures,
Inc offers kayaking and camping in the pristine orca waters of
Johnstone Strait and in the remote
wilderness islands of God's Pocket Provincial Marine Park in Queen Charlotte Strait. We provide everything to make camping as comfortable as possible. Our all-inclusive lodge-based trips at
God's Pocket Resort in God's Pocket Provincial
Marine Park (rated by Jacques Cousteau as the best cold water SCUBA dive spot in the world) are designed for those who wish to experience diverse wildlife, marine mammals and kayaking without having to
camp. All of our adventures are based near northern Vancouver Island (Port
Hardy or Port McNeill). Our guides will spark your excitement and introduce you
to this wondrous land of totems, whales and orcas.
"How did you arrange for
orcas to greet us on the first day and humpbacks to bid us farewell at the end?
But seriously, the trip met my expectations and more".
-- Ralph Parks,
Johnstone Strait sea kayak tour
Our
Trips
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Johnstone Strait is THE single best place in the world
to observe wild orcas. Our BC Canada sea kayaking expeditions depart from Telegraph
Cove to Robson Bight Orca Preserve, located in the heart of orca territory off northern Vancouver Island. We make camps on secluded island beaches offering incredible scenery
and superb kayaking in peak orca areas. Our experienced guides will focus on maximizing your
opportunities for observing orcas and sharing their knowledge of whale
behavior. Novices welcome; all gear/instruction. |
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Wilderness Islands expeditions take you into
an area of extraordinary wilderness offering secluded kayaking away from other
people, scenic campsites and incredible wildlife encounters. See humpback and
minke whales, seals, sea lions and otters, porpoises and scores of bald eagles while
paddling your kayak through the wild, remote island chain and intricate
channels making up God's Pocket Provincial Marine Park in Queen Charlotte Strait, BC Canada. |
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God's Pocket Resort sea kayak trips are designed for
those who wish to experience kayak touring in the wilderness islands of Queen
Charlotte Strait without having to camp. This charming, rustic island resort is
located in the heart of God's Pocket Provincial Marine Park. It's seven rooms with private baths, provide
comfort, all the amenities of home and ocean views that take your breath away.
Enjoy hot showers in your room, fabulous meals prepared from scratch by the lodge's chef,
campfire on a waterside deck and hiking trails. Fresh seafood, organic foods, and Canadian wines are featured, and all baked goods are whipped up daily at the lodge. We have exclusive use of this lodge, the only lodge in the park. Perfect for all interests and abilities...a day off from kayaking is always your perogative. These sheltered waters make it great for novices in good health.
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"We enjoyed seeing the orcas as well as the natural beauty and tremendous biodiversity in the area - I was very surprised by all of the intertidal life".
-- Bill and Annie Hopkins, Johnstone Strait sea kayak Canada
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