Lodge Based Kayak Tours        (Three trip options available)

Tour Overview...

Not everybody interested in Orca whales enjoy camping in a tents. The Orca Lodge is a three days and three nights sea kayaking experience designed around comfortable accommodation in Telegraph Cove.  Rooms are large and private ensuring a good nights sleep.

 

Each day we venture out into the waters of Johnstone Strait to experience the unique spirit of the area by sea kayak.

Each day the weather and the wildlife will combine to offer us an experience that you can only get during the summers in these pristine waters.

Each day eagles, harbour seals, and otter are seen at close range.

Because each day is valuable we monitor the movement of the salmon to ensure that we do not miss any wildlife experience that might occur.

We paddle along rugged shorelines visiting secluded beaches and hike to vantage points for the awesome views.

These locations are selected to give us the greatest opportunity to see resident Orca in their natural habitat.

Often if we are fortunate enough we could not only observe the passage of the Orca but perhaps observe them socializing and playing.

 

If salmon or halibut fishing appeals to you, this option can be arranged with enough notice. In addition to the whales, this area is spectacular. The early morning view of glaciers and snow capped peaks bring a sense of tranquility to ones spirit. Mt. Stephens is easily the most panoramic mountain in this view. This area is one of British Columbia's best kept secrets and is yours to enjoy. Individuals, couples and families have all enjoyed these experiences.

 

Here is what has been said about this tour:

"Accommodations were great, whales were fantastic and the hospitality that you showed us should not be kept a secret. We are sending our friends your way. Many, many thanks." - Jessica & Frank Todd, Mobile, Alabama

 

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Itinerary # 1 ...

Mini-Itinerary: This option starts with days paddle around the waters of Telegraph Cove as an introduction to the local waters. Dinner and a night lodging in Telegraph Cove. The second day our new 29ft aluminum land craft will take you to our base camp island to paddle the core area of Johnstone Strait where pods of Orca often travel by. This are is what and where everyone wants to be at during their stay at Telegraph Cove. This trip provides the best access with a seasoned kayak guide at the helm. Dinner and the night will be spent in our camp with domed tents (single accommodations). The third day will involve sea kayaking, a visit to Robson Bights waters and dinner at our base camp before returning to Telegraph Cove for your last night of accommodations.

Price of Trip - Option #1: $850 per person (single supplement $100)
Trip Deposit: $250 per person

Included: Two nights lodging, one night platform camping, three meals, three lunches and two breakfasts, all sea kayaking equipment, drybags, sleeping bag rental, sleeping pad rental, boat transport, professional sea kayak guides, base camp comforts of composting men/women toilets, weatherproof tents, excellent hydraphone system and fantastic scenery.

Tour Dates

June 13-15, June 20-22, June 28-30
July 04-06,  July 11-13, July 18-20, July 25-27,
August 01-03, August 08-10, August 15-17, August 22-24
September 05-06, September 12-14, September 19-21, September 26-29

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Itinerary # 2...

Mini-Itinerary: This option starts with our new landing craft boat taking you on a cruise to our first paddling destination to explore a vast archipelago of islands with eagle, whales and other marine animal surprises. Return to Telegraph Cove for dinner and rest. The second day boat cruise to an area of scenic passages, native ruins and a variety of wildlife. Dinner is a salmon bake at our island base camp and 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 for your last night of accommodations.

Price of Trip #2: $1250 per person single supplement ($150)
Trip Deposit: $250 per person

Included: Three nights lodging, three meals, lunches and two breakfasts, all sea kayaking equipment, drybags, sleeping bag rental, sleeping pad rental, shuttle boat transport. Professional sea kayak guides, base camp comforts of composting men/women toilets, weatherproof tents, hydraphone system and fantastic scenery.

Tour Dates

June 13-15, June 20-22, June 28-30
July 04-06, July 11-13, July 18-20, July 25-27,
August 01-03, August 08-10, August 15-17, August 22-24
September 05-06, September 12-14, September 19-21, September 26-29

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Itinerary # 3...

Mini-Itinerary: This option uses our new 29 ft state of the art landing craft each day of your vacation. This boat is designed to whale watch and access areas that are otherwise impossible to get to. Our focus is wildlife and sheltered water paddling. You will explore an archipelago of islands with a significant variety of eagles, otters, seals and whales. Every day is a surprise. Every night is spent in comfort after having a quiet dinner with the sunset in the distance. You will see Humpback, Minke and Orca Whales from our boat and from sea kayaks. You might see Black Bear, deer and otters. And the third day is a bear watching expedition while also seeing the sights of Johnstone Strait as only we can show you.

Price of Trip #3: $1550 per person single supplement ($150)

Trip Deposit: $250 per person

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

Tour Dates

June 13-15, June 20-22, June 28-30
July 04-06, July 11-13, July 18-20, July 25-27,
August 01-03, August 08-10, August 15-17, August 22-24
September 05-06, September 12-14, September 19-21, September 26-29

Tour dates and Costs...

June 13-15, June 20-22, June 28-30
July 04-06, July 11-13, July 18-20, July 25-27,
August 01-03, August 08-10, August 15-17, August 22-24
September 05-06, September 12-14, September 19-21, September 26-29