Itineraries at a Glance

The Johnstone Strait Expedition

This trip begins on Quadra Island.

Day 1: Welcome. A visit to the famous Bones Project Museum before transferring to the Hansen Island Campsite or the Paddler’s Inn Eco-Lodge via water taxi.

Day 2: Introduction to, and practice with, kayaks. We will explore the islands of the Broughton Archipelago or the vastness of Johnstone Strait (depending on your starting point), before making camp.

Days 3-5: Paddle amongst the enchanting Broughton Archipelago islands, while keeping a lookout for the many marine mammals, including orcas and humpbacks, that travel through these waters.

Day 6: Return to Telegraph Cove via water taxi and transfer back to Campbell River and Quadra Island.

The Johnstone Strait Ultimate

This trip begins on Quadra Island.

Day 1: Welcome, followed by our assent up Discovery Passage and through the renowned whirlpool and marine-life filled Seymour Narrows. After a 2 1/2 hour journey, we arrive at our remote wilderness base camp, across from the pristine Tsitika River valley and the Robson Bight Ecological Reserve.We will go over kayak orientation and safety procedures before setting off on an afternoon paddle.

Day 2-3: We will paddle up the scenic coast in search of the Orca, and during low tide, Black Bears. We will hike up forest trails to high viewing platforms used to study the habits of whales. Sightings of Dalls Porpoises, Sea lions, Seals, Otters, Cormorants, Marbled Murrelets, and the eminent Bald Eagle are common. These days can be packed full of activities or relaxation.

Day 4: Return at midday via boat transport to Campbell River by approximately 4:30 pm.

 

The Orca Lite

This trip begins on Qaudra Island, launching from Telegraph Cove.

Day 1: After the previous day’s pre-trip meeting with your guide at the Heriot Bay Inn on Quadra Island, on the first official day of your adventure we will travel to Telegraph Cove by vehicles. Here we will review and practice kayaking basics and look for resident killer whales.

Day 2-3: Paddle the waters of Johnstone Strait and possibly up to the nearby Broughton Archipelago. We will stay at a different camp each night unless the group prefers to set up camp in one place for seveal nights. We can be flexible and adjust the trip as we go.

Day 4: Return to Telegraph Cove and transfer back to Campbell River and Quadra Island.