"We
can't imagine having better guides, constant informative talks on flora and fauna
and native peoples. We loved this trip"
John and Nancy Nixon, USA Experience a true wilderness sea kayaking expedition on British Columbias
rugged and beautiful Pacific Coast. We access the majestic reaches of
the remote Nuchatlitz Marine Park by water-taxi from the remote west
coast town of Gold River.
Once weve made it through the open sea to the confines of the
Nuchatlitz park, were ready for a voyage of discovery along remote
beaches and coves, beside towering rock formations and sea caves, and
sea kayaking through waters inhabited by a variety of sea creatures,
from whales to sea otters, and everything in between. An additional
highlight of these west coast tours are the magnificent sunsets.
What we might see while
kayaking
Whales,
sea birds, sealion, seals and sea otter can be seen at sea, while Black bears,
eagles, deer, and the occassinal wolf or cougar can be observed on the shore.
This area is as remote and wild as it gets on Vancouver Island. While sea kayaking
we also visit ancient First Nations villages of British Columbia that are
slowly being absorbed by the even older forests that cover the coastline and islands
that dot the region.
The sea otters of the Nuchatlitz
The
Nuchatlitz is home to one of the largest sea otter populations on the West Coast
of North America. Once hunted to extinction in this area, the sea otter has been
reintroduced and is now thriving. They were dearly missed as there removal put
the whole ecosystem of the area out of balance. Now with their return the area
is thriving in ecological health once again. Read
more about the sea otter in the Nuchatlitz.
Is this trip
for me?
If
you have a craving for adventure, reasonable fitness, and a desire to kayak and
explore an area that few ever get to, then this sea kayaking British Columbia
Expedition is for you. Our expert guides know the area, the currents, winds, and
of course the best camping and sunset spots!
Together with your group, youll see sites and visit places that
are outside the realm of the modern world, and inaccessible to only
a select few. After this trip, you will be one of them.
| At
a glance |
|
Type:
6 day sea kayaking /camping expedition
| Highlights:
Photography, wildlife, hiking, First Nations culture, some of the worlds finest
beaches and sunets.. | Includes:
Water taxi to and from the Nuchatlitz, Kayaks, guides, meals, tents, sleeping
mats, fun. |
Start:
Gold River
Rating:Moderate
(previous outdoor experience required) | Wildlife:
Chance encounters with Killer Whales,, Grey Whales, seals, sea lions, otters,
eagles, deer, wolves. |