This Package includes all meals

Location: Quadra Island

Whether you live close by or just visiting Quadra Island for a few days, this 3-Day Explorer kayaking trip is a great way to get a taste of the west coast’s incredible wilderness.

The perfect trip if you have a short amount of time. Three days and two nights of paddling and camping in and around Quadra Island will have you forgetting the busy life you left behind.

Stunning scenery, abundant inter-tidal life and the return of humpback whales to this region all combine to make this an awesome kayaking trip.

While the kayaking tour is short, it’s still has all the great features of our longer Discovery Islands Kayaking Expedition: top-notch equipment, gourmet coastal cuisine, and small group size.

Departures:

Selected Dates July & August

Due to the limited capacity of these tours, your selected date may be subject to change. Therefore, please ensure that any travel arrangements are only made upon confirmation. For further information, please call (0044) 01344 887862 prior to booking.

Rate Type (Per Person, $ CAD):

Adults $ 1,095.68

Day 1: KAYAKING

Your first day in the wilderness! Meet at the Wildcoast Shop at 8:00am. We provide dry bags for you to use for your clothing and toiletries. After packing up, your guides transport you to Rebecca Spit Provincial Park located in Quadra Island’s Heriot Bay to launch your kayaks.

Day 2: CAMPING

Each day you will explore the beauty of the waters around Quadra Island. Your guides will help you set up your tents each night and prepare a delicious meal to enjoy as you sit around the campfire soaking in the star filled skies.

Day 3: RECHARGING

Each kayak trip is customized to suit the group’s paddling ability and interests. With the variety of islands to explore every trip is unique. Your expert guides add their own distinctive approach to each trip providing an exceptional experience for each kayaking tour.

Highlights:

• Kayaking in the Wilderness
• Only a 45 minute flight from Vancouver
• Eagles, Seals, Humpback Whales and Other Marine Life
• Custom Coastal Cuisine
• Quality Expedition Tents
• Warm, Cozy Sleeping Bags
• High Staff to Guest Ratio
• Small Group Size

FAQ´S

1. Do I need prior kayaking experience to join a tour?

No experience is required to participate in this kayaking tour. We do recommend that you are in good physical shape and enjoy being on the water. Our kayaks are stable, and safe to paddle. Wildcoast guides provide kayak instruction and safety procedures prior to your first launch, and give helpful tips while out kayaking.

2. Can you provide vegetarian or special dietary options?

Yes we provide excellent alternates for guests requiring a special menu. These modifications don’t compromise on the quality, freshness, or portion sizing of each meal (this may require an additional fee to cover the menu modification costs for your specific dietary requirement).

3. Do you provide all camping equipment at no extra cost?

On this trip, we equip you with high-quality tents and sleeping bags that are ideal for the climate and expedition kayak camping – at no extra cost. This is so we can be assured you are best outfitted for the climate and conditions. This also prevents our guests from having to travel to our location with cumbersome camping gear.

If you are traveling with a friend or partner we will have you share a tent. If you are a solo traveler you will get your own tent and not be “bunked” with a stranger.

We provide our kayak vacation guests with a durable dry bag to pack your personal items into, and answer any last-minute questions you might have, during your morning briefing.

Follow our helpful PACKING LIST below to be sure you come best prepared!

4. WHAT ARE THE CAMPSITES LIKE?

The campsites are located in remote wilderness settings. Some of the campsites have sparse amenities. Tent locations may be uneven and the beaches are usually rocky. There are limited washroom facilities. Your guides will assist you to make this wilderness camping experience as comfortable as possible.

5. I´M A SOLO TRAVELLER, DO I PAY EXTRA?

Nope! We think our trips are an excellent way for solo travelers to experience a fantastic adventures with others. There is no additional “single supplement” and we don’t bunk you with a stranger. For that reason, we do limit the number of solo travelers on our trips – so be sure not to miss out!

SUGGESTED PACKING LIST FOR YOUR KAYAKING ADVENTURE:

• Portable Battery Chargers/Power Packs for your cameras, video recorders, and mobile phone
• Water Bottle
• Clothing: days may be warm or cool (it is the wild coast after all). We recommend you bring:
• both summer clothing (shorts, t-shirts, swimsuit, etc.) and warm clothes (long pants, fleece jacket or wool sweater, long sleeve breathable shirts, etc.)
• rain jacket
• warm socks
• NOTE: you can leave cotton items at home or note that you will likely only wear them when at camp. When kayaking it’s priority to remain warm and dry.  Layering with synthetic materials is the best way to achieve this!
• Water shoes (sturdy strapped sandals, neoprene water shoes, or rubber boots) & camp shoes (running shoes and/or trail shoes)
• Sunscreen
• Sunhat or ball cap and a warm (wool or fleece) hat
• Sunglasses
• Headlamp or quality small flashlight
• Kayak gloves (optional)
• Insect repellent
• Your personal medications and toiletries (toothpaste, etc)
• Fast-dry towel(s) (no towels are provided by Wildcoast)
• Fishing gear (optional): PLEASE CONTACT for details on how to purchase a fishing licence prior to your trip
• Book or journal (for those quiet times)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Beverages: your trip includes both hot and cold non-alcoholic drinks. Please note that no alcohol consumption is permitted prior to or during water excursions. You are welcome to responsibly enjoy any alcoholic beverages you bring with you during other times at camp.

Tipping – gratuities are optional and not included in the cost of your tour. Tipping is an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have provided great service to you on your tour. Amounts are entirely a personal preference; however $5-10 per guide, per day can be used as a general rule.