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What a view! Sea kayaking among the spectacular
Discovery Islands. Enjoy the wildlife and the amazing views towards the glaciers
of the Coast- and Vancouver Island mountains. The Discovery Islands are well known
for their sheltered waters and warm, mediterranean climate.
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This
is one of British Columbia's most beautiful sea kayaking tours. Guest
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Dolphins in the Discovery Islands
Itinerary
Day
1-5:
Launch at beautiful Rebecca Spit Provincial Park on Quadra
Island. Kayak among the well protected islets of the Discovery group. Snorkel,
swim, walk the rainforest (discover the edible and healing plants of the temperate
rain forest) and enjoy delicious meals on remote islands with gorgeous views toward
the Coast Mountains glaciers and Vancouver Island. Enjoy the camp life in our
remote camps and the close encounters with our fascinating wildlife.
Return
to Quadra Island in the afternoon of day 5. Excellent guides, the best
equipment and our great food combined with such a beautiful environment; well,
life doesn't get much better!
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departs from Quadra Island. Duration: 5 days Trip
difficulty: suitable for all levels
Minimum age: Please
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| "Dear
Coastal Spirits!
You provided a wonderful tour. Thank you so very much
again."
Janice Mucalov, National Geographic Travel Guide |
Trip Highlights Discovery Islands: - Close wild life
encounters
- Kayaking among a beautiful chain of islets
- Awesome
snorkeling
- Tidal rapid viewing
- Spectacular ocean and mountain
views
- Crystal clear water and emerald lagoons, great for swimming
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Interpretive rain forest walks and native history interpretation
- Ancient
trees, nesting sites for Bald Eagles
- Fascinating intertidal life
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Beautiful remote campsites, solar shower
- Campfires and fun in the evenings
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Delicious meals and snacks
- Visit ancient native sites, called "Middens"
- Not many other kayakers around due to a limitation of campsites
Wildlife:
- Sea lions, seals and pups (very playful, approach kayaks)
- Bald eagles
and other birds of prey
- Pacific White Sided Dolphins
- Porpoises
(smaller than a dolphin)
- One of the worlds largest variety of starfish
- Beautiful sea and shore birds
- Fascinating intertidal life
- Chance
of spotting whales. Species we have encountered here: Transient Orcas, Grey Whales,
Humpback and Minky Whales)
Included:
- High quality tents
- All meals, from lunch day 1 to lunch last day
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Snacks and beverages
- Transport to launching site
- Professional
naturalist sea kayak guides
- High quality sea kayaks, doubles and singles
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All kayak and safety equipment
- Dry bags for personal gear protection
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Sea kayak instruction
- Solar showers
Not included:
- personal equipment
- Transport to and from Quadra Island before and
after the trip
- Sleeping pads and sleeping bags (can be rented)
Price:
5 days $875.00 CAN
Approximately $805 US
(US funds vary daily, please contact your bank for latest exchange
rates)
Add HST tax to all prices
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Note:
A waiver has to be
signed before trip departure
Deposit
and payments:
In order to confirm your reservation, Coastal Spirits
must receive your deposit. We accept Visa, MasterCard, personal and business cheques.
The balance is due 60 days prior to the tour departure. If we haven't
received the balance payment when due, Coastal Spirits can consider the reservation
as cancelled. Deposit:
$
150.00 CDN Note:
We can arrange
your accommodation prior and after the trip. Cancellation Policy Your
notice received:
- more than 60 days prior to departure, full refund minus deposit
- 60-30
days: 50% refund
- 29 days or less: no refund
Tour dates
2011 5 day tour, Sunday departures:
| June |
5-9 |
12-16 |
19-23 |
26-30 | |
| July
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3-7 |
10-14 |
17-21 |
24-28 |
31-August 4 |
| August |
7-11 |
14-18 |
21-25 |
28-Sept 1 | | | September |
4-8 | | | | |
If you are interested in other than the above
tour dates please contact us.
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