Broughton Archipelago Kayak Tours

The Broughton Archipelago is a beautiful maze of islands situated between Johnstone Strait and the mainland coast. Called the ‘mainland’ by locals, it’s a fascinating area with a rich background.

Now a BC Marine Park, The Broughton Archipelago is rich in First Nations culture; the Kwakwaka'wakw have called this area home for countless millennia, and the abandoned villages and other cultural sites that we visit attest to this. An important ecological area that acts as a nursery for millions of fish, it’s also abundant in wildlife, with bears, eagles, deer, and seabird colonies all feeding off its’ plentiful waters.

These six-day tours will focus on exploring these areas from a series of island campsites. Highlights include: visits to abandoned First Nation villages, rich wildlife encounters, and traversing a tranquil wilderness area. This tour is offered during the first three weeks of June. From late June to mid-September we offer our similar 6 day Orca Waters Explorer tour that combines a portion of the Broughton Archipelago tour with Johnstone Strait where we have greater chances of viewing orcas.

If you're looking for a quieter voyage in protected waters, with subtle beauty and a haunting resonance, perhaps the Broughton Archipelago is for you.

Broughton Archipelago Kayak Tours

Departure Point: Port McNeill, Vancouver Island

Dates:  2012 and 2013 Tour Dates ... June 10 to 15, 2012 June 17 to 22, 2012 June 24 to 29, 2012 ... June 9 to 14, 2013 June 16 to 21, 2013 June 23 to 28, 2013

Cost: $1600 CAD per person plus tax

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Taxes: Canadian Residents pay 12% HST. Visitors to Canada only pay 6% HST as our multi day kayak tours qualify for a 50% tax rebate at the point of sale.

All prices are charged in Canadian funds. Your credit card company will convert to your home currency using their exchange rates. The above foreign exchange prices are approximate and for reference only and are updated daily using rates provided by www.coinmill.com

Grizzly Bear Viewing Tours: Many of our guests add a grizzly bear viewing day trip before or after they join us kayaking. Let us know if you would like to add this activity and we will make all the arrangements.

Includes: We provide you will all the necessary kayaking and camping equipment, including kayaks, paddling jacket, PFD (life jacket), group shelters, tents, sleeping pads, camp chairs and sleeping bags(you may bring your own). A comprehensive list of required personal items can be viewed here. All meals during the kayak trip are provided and prepared by your guides. We’re proud of our menu that includes abundant fresh fruits and vegetables, a wide variety of international dishes, and freshly baked treats. Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated given sufficient prior notification. Transportation is all-inclusive from Port McNeill by our network of vans and water taxis.

What is not included: We do not provide transport from your home to Port McNeill, nor do we provide airport transfers. Accommodation in Port McNeill is not included. Any meals outside the kayak portion of the tour are your responsibility. Travel insurance for accidents or emergency evacuation is not provided; we recommend you purchase a policy before leaving home. The trip price does not include guide gratuities; should you feel that the service was exemplary, it is always appreciated.

Suggested reading: All of our kayak tours carry a small library of field guides and local history books, including many listed below. We recommend the below books if you want to learn a bit about the area before visiting. Each title is linked to Amazon.com and will open in a new window.

Full Moon, Flood Tide: Bill Proctor's Raincoast
Heart of the Raincoast: A Life Story

Charts: You do not need to bring charts on this kayak tour. Your guides have charts of the area and will review them with guests each day. If you wish to bring your own chart(s) they are listed below. Each chart is linked to the corresponding page on the Canadian Hydrographic Service's website and you can search where to buy these charts locally (links will open in a new window).

3546 - Broughton Strait - 1:40,000
3515 - Knight Inlet - 1:80,000