Lodge Based Sea Kayak Trips - Orcas, Bear and Native Culture

Choose from three options, all of which include private transport to the destinations of exploration that you would have to paddle to if you were on a four or six day sea kayak trip. Trips include Lodge based accommodations in Telegraph Cove and remote camping options.

2012 Trip Dates:  June ~ September, 2011
June 11, June 15, June 18, June 22, June 25, July 6, July 13, July 16, July 23, August 27, Sept 3, Sept 7, Sept 11, Sept 14 

Cedar & Canvas

Your adventure begins with a day's paddle around the waters of Telegraph Cove as an introduction to the local waters. Relax over dinner and a night's lodging in Telegraph Cove. The second day we’ll take you to our base camp island aboard our new 30-foot aluminum landing craft to paddle the core area of Johnstone Strait where pods of Orca often travel through. This is the prime destination for everyone who wants to visit during their stay at Telegraph Cove. This trip provides the best possible access with a seasoned kayak guide at the helm. Enjoy dinner and an evening under the stars at our remote island camp. Sleep peacefully in domed tents (single accommodations). The third day will involve sea kayaking, a visit to Robson Bight’s waters and dinner at our base camp before returning to Telegraph Cove for your last night’s stay with us in the Lodge.

Cost: $1150 per person (CDN) Deposit: $250 Per Person (CDN) Guests: 2 ~ 6 people

Includes: Two nights cabin lodging, one night tent platform camping, three lunches and two breakfasts, all sea kayaking equipment, dry bags, sleeping bag and comfort pad, marine transportation, professional sea kayak guides, base camp comforts of composting men/women toilets, weatherproof tents, excellent hydraphone system and fantastic scenery.

Ruins & Ravens

This excursion starts with our new landing craft taking you on a cruise to our first paddling destination to explore a vast archipelago of islands where you’ll see eagles, ravens, whales and other marine animal surprises. Return to Telegraph Cove for dinner and a late night walk on the boardwalk. The second day we’ll take you on a boat cruise to an area of scenic passages, native ruins and a variety of wildlife. The evening activities include a salmon bake dinner at our island base camp, followed by a return to Telegraph Cove for lodging. The third day will involve sea kayaking, a visit to Robson Bights waters and a return to Telegraph Cove by 4 pm. Click here to learn more about the Native History of the Area.

Cost: $1350 per person (CDN) Deposit: $250 per person (CDN) Guests: 2 ~ 6 people

Includes: Three nights lodging, three lunches and two breakfasts, all sea kayaking equipment, (choice of double or singles) dry bags, private shuttle boat, professional sea kayak guide, warm marine survival suits to wear on the boat, hydraphone system and fantastic scenery.

Beaches & Bears

Each day of this tour you’ll board our private 30-foot landing craft and cruise to whale watching areas that would otherwise be impossible to access. Relax in the shade of the 12-foot cabin aboard the landing craft, and practice sheltered water paddling with experienced guides. We will explore a small archipelago of islands with a significant variety of eagles, otters, seals and whales. Humpback, Minke and Orca Whales are often viewed a number of times so be sure to bring your camera for the chance to capture great pictures. Our third day is a bear watching expedition but will also take in a last look at what the whales are doing before heading back to Telegraph Cove.

Cost: $1550 per person (CDN) Deposit: $500 per person (CDN) Guests: 2 ~ 4 people

Includes: Three nights lodging, three meals/lunches and two breakfasts, all sea kayaking equipment, dr ybags, comfortable private accommodations, private cruising and transport to destinations in coast guard approved boat, knowledgeable guides, hydraphone system to listen to whale vocalizations and fantastic scenery. Bear watching expeditions and visits with summer researchers.