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"Kayak with the Killer Whales" Ultimate Adventure
offered by supplier M07342 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 4
day(s)
Group Size: 1
- 11
people
Destination(s):
British Columbia
Specialty Categories:
Canoeing/Kayaking/Rafting
Ecotourism
Season: July - September
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 1095 Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 1095 Canadian Dollar (CAD)
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Johnstone Strait is unquestionably the best place on earth to sea kayak with the Killer Whales in the wild. Most of British Columbia's Killer Whales return to these waters to feed, sleep, play, and rub their bodies on the pebble beaches of the world-famous Robson Bight Ecological Reserve.
There's no better way to encounter pods of these friendly (and inappropriately named) Killer Whales than up close and personal, while sea kayaking the British Columbia waters. Also sharing this diverse habitat are playful dolphins, sealions, harbour seals, minke whales, eagles and black bears. Sea kayaking with the killer whales is one of life's most amazing experiences.
This Johnstone Strait tour starts from our base on Quadra Island or from Campbell River. We recommend staying on Quadra Island the day before the tour starts, as it will be easier to join the pre-trip meeting, which is held on Quadra Island. If you choose to begin from Campbell River you can board the water taxi from its main base, and then you will make the 5-minute crossing to pick up the remainder of the group and guides on Quadra Island.
Tour Itinerary
Day before - Pre trip meeting
John, Breanne or one of your guides will go over the logistics of the tour, answer any of your concerns, and suit you up with lifejackets. This meeting will be held at the Spirit of the West office on Quadra Island at 6pm the day prior to departure. If you cannot make it just make sure to call in.
Day 1: A warm welcome and introduction to your tour guides and captain will prepare you for your adventure. Our route takes us up the waterway of the Discovery Passage, and safely through the infamous 'Seymour Narrows' renowned for its treacherous tidal flows and whirlpools. En route, sightings of marine life such as porpoises, dolphins, sea lions and whales are common. After a 2 1/2 hour journey we arrive at our remote wilderness base camp, situated across from the pristine Tsitika River valley and the Robson Bight Ecological Reserve. After settling into our new surroundings, we will go over kayak orientation and safety procedures before setting off on an afternoon paddle.
Day 2 & Day 3: After our hearty breakfast we will paddle up the scenic coast in search of the Orca. During low tide we will also keep a look out for Black Bears as they are known to forage along the shores rummaging for inter tidal snacks. We will hike up forest trails to high viewing platforms used by researchers studying the Orca whales. Lunches will be savoured on one of the many beaches of the Strait. Sightings of Dalls Porpoises, Sea lions, Seals, Otters, Cormorants, Marbled Murrelets, and the eminent Bald Eagle are common. Although these days can be packed full of activities, there is also plenty of opportunity for those who want to kick back and relax at camp and enjoy the stunning surroundings.
Day 4: This is our last day to enjoy the marine environment of Johnstone Strait. Our boat transport will pick us up after lunch and we will arrive back in Campbell River and Quadra Island area by the late afternoon/early evening. Our approximate return time is around 4:30pm, but please note that this cannot always be guaranteed as the weather and wildlife will play a role in determining when we get back.
Accommodation
Tents, comfortable sleeping mats, pillows and hot showers are provided on this tour. Our shower (which we heat water on the stove for) has an amazing view of Johnstone Strait. The tents on the basecamp tours are spacious 4 person tents- used only by 2 people.They are high quality dome style, with mesh windows, and a cover fly for protection against rain and wind. We have constructed tent platforms to protect the area, for comfort, and to keep things clean. We have built roofs over each tent to ensure you stay warm and dry. We have enough tents to accommodate both singles and couples. Inflatable Therma-rest sleeping mats, and pillows are provided.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Discounts for groups of 5 or more.
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Canada
British Columbia
Canoeing/Kayaking/Rafting
Ecotourism
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