Kayak desolation sound, the scenery will take your breath away. The protective shadow of vancouver island, as well as the deep waters carved by glaciers in ages past, allow you to explore the area in your own time and pace, without pounding surf or swift ocean currents to take you. These tours will often make two base camps in the desolation sound area over the 4 or 5 day duration of the tour. Desolation sound, bc our destinations powell river sea. Kayaking yes, there are kayaks a plenty in photos, blog, online trip reports, brochuresbut no canoes. Desolation sound is a boaters paradise, whether it is powered by an engine, sail or a paddle. Mar 20, 2009 desolation sound is one of the most popular cruising destinations in the pacific northwest. Powell river sea kayak cabana desolation eco resort. Experience kayaking desolation sound on a 5day trip to the islands and mountains. It was a compelling read that kept me guessing from start to finish. Desolation sound with its unusually warm pacific waters 74f, prolific marine wildlife and spectacular scenery provides some of the best sea kayaking opportunities in the world. The weather was great most of the time one night and a morning of rain was the only bad weather during which we had a prolonged breakfast under a very cozy.
Having two authors writing the same book, i certainly didnt feel the story was disjointed in any way. Sea kayak expeditions desolation sound powell river. So far, john kimantas bestselling wild coast series has taken kayaking and outdoor enthusiasts along the north and west coast of vancouver island and british columbias central and north coast. Kayak vacations desolation sound powell river sea kayak. Take the helm, navigate and work as a team with your fellow wild women. Desolation sound marine park is a boaters paradise. We run guided and selfguided resortbased kayaking tours from this location in the heart of desolation sound. Just scan through the topics list and click the topic for detailed information. Powell river sea kayak at desolation sound, british columbia, powell river, bc. Surrounded by the towering snowcapped coast mountains and the lush evergreen slopes of east redonda island, desolation sound is situated in a truly spectacular setting.
Sea kayak tours desolation sound and coastal mountains youtube. Enjoy kayaking, warm water swimming in both sea and lake, and hiking on forest trails. Canoeing desolation sound while planning our trip, i couldnt find much information regarding canoeing desolation sound. Reading adventures in solitude, we see desolation sound through eyes that are keen in their insight and affectionate in their gaze. In this hilarious and captivating book, cbc personality grant lawrence adds a whole new chapter to the saga of this storied. This guide takes the reader from howe sound and vancouver, along the sunshine coast and into desolation sound. Kinghorn island in desolation sound is the site of cabana desolation eco resort. Desolation sound marine provincial park possesses a magical magnetism that draws boaters and paddlers from distant shores. Desolation sound marine park is considered by many boaters to be the one of the top cruising grounds in the world. Paddling amongst the towering mountains of the british columbia coast mountain range is a truly aweinspiring adventure. Warm ocean currents, aquariumlike marine life, private islands and freshwater lakes make up this remote marine park in the canadian wilderness. With over 6,350 acres of shoreline and water, it is the largest marine park in b.
Desolation sound on canadas british columbia coast is a paddlers paradise. We happily design creative events for families, school groups, paddling clubs and anyone assembling energetic friends for a unique experience in a very special location. Routes and map of desolation sound cabana desolation eco resort. Please book a package at desolation sound resort to experience nature with one of our excellent local partner companies. These three parks are grouped together for the backcountry registration system and described as desolation sound. Hike atop alpine peaks, stroll through mountain meadows and gaze down at the glistening waters of the pacific ocean. These days may entail paddling through the scattered islands, interpretive forest walks, swimming in fresh water lakes, practicing some onwater skills, or simply lounging at island campsites.
This was our first camping and kayaking experience and definitely not the last. Desolation sound is a tiny region but we highlight it because it offers an experience beyond civilization, within the sheltered, warm waters of the salish sea. Coast the wild coast 3 provides explorers with everything they need to know to journey along the south coast. Hike, and beachcomb with local naturalist guides who will help to illuminate the natural world around you. The essential piece of a trip to desolation sound, a key canadian kayaking destination. With the limited availability of sites in summer, choosing a base camp and day touring from there may provide a less stressful experience. Sail the spectacular british columbia coast on canadas prestigious classic schooner, the maple leaf. Whale watching kayak expedition spirit of the west adventures. So, i was eager to read desolation sound, and the book did not disappoint. Desolation sound kayaking in british columbia go northwest. Desolation sound sailing adventure wild women expeditions. We offer a variety of possibilities for group gatherings and adventures. A permit is required for camping within desolation sound marine park, copeland islands marine park and malaspina provincial park.
Our kayak camping expedition explores a remote northern approach to this british columbia sea kayaking mecca. Both authors set a dark, moody tone that was carried throughout the entire book. Internet, hot tub, children welcome, parking, no smoking bedrooms. Well start this tour on desolation sound resorts private kayak launch area with an instructional session on paddle strokes and kayaksafety. Looking up desolation sound view from a rocky beach in desolation sound kayaking adventures in bc tofino and clayoquot sound area.
Refuge cove is a tiny yearround community nestled in the heart of desolation sound on west redonda island. This 4day trip includes a 3 hour exploration in a covered boat or zodiac that extends the trip into areas beyond the reach of our kayaks. Our vacationstyle tours are focused on a relaxing yet active exploration of desolation sound. This location is recommended both for people who have never kayaked before and for experienced kayakers who want to experience being surrounded by nature and the local wildlife of the west coast. Desolation sound has a mediterranean climate which makes it our favourite place to paddle in may, june, early july and september where you can. Desolation sound things to do sunshine coast tourism. Sea kayak adventure through desolation sound flying the nest. We can arrange a trip to any place we go on our regular schedule such as johnstone strait, the broughton archipelago, the great bear rainforest, the nuchatlitz, desolation sound and the discovery islands. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. It is located at the end of the road on the northern sunshine coast of british columbia. Not too many kayak trips in may can you swim in the ocean. Family kayak tours desolation sound cabana desolation. We hope you enjoy them and they help you get excited about doing a trip with us. Desolation sound resort getting here 2694 dawson road powell river, bc v8a 0g3 canada tel.
Kayaking desolation sound spirit of the west adventures. This incredible adventure has been the highlight of our travels through british columbia and a trip we will never forget. Paddle desolation sound and beyond misty isles adventures. Lund is the gateway for accessing the waters of the copeland island and desolation sound provincial marine parks and beyond. Desolation sound is a deep water sound that begins at the northern end of the sunshine coast, north of lund, bc. Paddling desolation sound by canoe, british columbia. Kayaking into desolation sound our kayaking adventure actually started with a very scenic drive and two ferries, bringing us to the northern end of british columbias sunshine coast. Kayaking, desolation sound resort oceanfront vacation chalets at the gateway to desolation sound in lund, bc, canada.
Terracentric coastal adventures day tours lund 2020. Desolation sound has a mediterranean climate which makes it our favourite place to paddle in may, june, early july and september where you can count on having the best weather on the coast. Oct 06, 2019 our group of 5 friends age 5560 arranged a 5 day trip to desolation sound with powell river kayak. We have been running guided kayak tours in desolation sound since 1995. While planning our trip, i couldnt find much information regarding canoeing desolation sound. Desolation sound marine provincial park possesses a magical magnetism that draws boaters and paddlers from distant. Embarking on a desolation sound kayaking tour is a perfect escape from busy city life. Kayakingdesolation sound you can easily paddlebetween many of the islands even if you are a new kayaker.
Desolation sound is a very popular kayak and boating destination. Desolation has some of the warmest water on the coast, so we all went swimming. Sea kayaking in desolation sound and sunshine coast. We were especially lucky and had 6 days and nights with no rain. This maximizes your i mmersion into areas known for spectacular wildlife encounters. The best time for desolation sound kayaking is may september. Desolation sound bc sea kayaking vancouver island tour in british columbia. Looking to book a stay in lund before or after your kayaking trip. There are 11 designated campgrounds throughout desolation sound, the copeland islands and malaspina provincial marine parks. With its warm waters and numerous islands, bays, and lagoons, it provides a perfect sea kayak experience. Beautiful beaches, virgin rain forest, hot springs cove the hot spring is beside the ocean, lots of birdlife, grey whales, excellent fishing. Pacific coastal cruises and tours desolation sound. Weve produced a series of fantastic kayaking and wildlife videos about us and our trips, showcasing who we are and what we do here around vancouver island. Whales, wildlife and wilderness kayaking trip, into remote areas of the discovery islands and desolation sound.
Guided kayak tour package cabana desolation eco resort. Book a kayaking trip spirit of the west adventures. If you are new to kayaking and camping check out our base camping style tours the whales and wilderness glamping and johnstone strait ultimate tours. Half and full day kayaking tours paddle into desolation sound marine park out of okeover inlet, and to the copeland islands and savary island from our lund location. Kayak rentals near vancouver desolation sound prsk. It is a rugged coast, offset by warm sea temperatures, picturesque anchorages, and a mild climate, which make it a world class boating and sea kayaking destination. Kayaking desolation sound 5 reasons its called a paddlers. This means you pack your gear, supplies, food and personal items into your kayak and to campsites each night of your trip. The wild coast 3 completes, for the first time, a kayaking network across the entire b.
Our online booking system makes it easy to make a kayaking trip reservation from anywhere in the world, at any time of day. Kayaking yes, there are kayaks a plenty in photos, blog, online trip reports, brochuresbut no canoes so i had a bit of apprehension even as we were putting the canoe into the water in okeover harbour. Highquality kayaking and camping gear and gourmet food all included. Sea kayaking in desolation sound, british columbia youtube. In fact, we spent our first night in the historic lund hotel, across the street from a marker for the northernmost end of highway 101, the longest highway in. Exploring desolation sound in canada 4 day kayak expedition. Cabana desolation eco resort is located 8 nautical miles from powell river sea kayak s private location on okeover inlet. Kayaking through desolation sound with wildcoast adventures was the perfect way to experience the canadian wilderness. Paddle desolation sound and beyond join misty isles adventures for a multiday wilderness experience in the discovery islands archipelago.
Custom sea kayaking trips group gatherings and adventures. Guides assist and ensure boats are packed evenly and efficiently among the group. Along the way, it covers popular attractions such as princess louisa inlet and pender harbour. Kayak desolation sound 5 reasons its called paddlers paradise. Powell river sea kayak at desolation sound, british. Experience the warm waters and stunning scenery of desolation sound, british columbia with one of our bc kayak tours, eco resort packages or kayak rentals. With its warm sheltered waters 72f, prolific marine wildlife and scenery. Sea kayak expeditions desolation sound powell river sea kayak. Desolation sound kayak expedition coast mountain expedition.
Don, washington desolation sound is known for its many warm and sparkling freshwater lakes, often only a short stroll through the forest from the sea, so refreshing swims as well as paddling are a possibility when the weather is warm. Our waterfront kayak rental shop and launch site is strategically positioned in a private bay within the lund harbor. It is the gateway to the coast mountain inlets of british columbia. Powell river sea kayak at desolation sound, british columbia. We also offer real humans to speak with if thats your preference, so feel free to call our office at 18003073982 from within canada and the u. Found on the sunshine coast of british columbia, desolation sound marine park is a boaters paradise. You will likely find all your questions answered below. From captain george vancouver to muriel curve of time blanchet to jim spilsburys coast spilsbury, visitors to desolation sound have left behind a trail of books endowing the area with a romantic aura that helps to make it british columbias most popular marine park. With miles of remote coastline to discover, the power and beauty is astounding. Adventure into the lesstraveled parts of this british columbia marine park that is renowned for its delightful islands, spectacular mountain scenery, warm ocean and abundant wild oysters.
So i had a bit of apprehension even as we were putting the canoe into the water in okeover harbour. Desolation sound is especially suitable for kayaking, boating, fishing, hiking and wedding package trips. Go kayaking in a secluded mountain or glacial lake. Whale watching kayak expedition spirit of the west. Guests and staff access the resort by kayak or company motor vessel, and maintenance and staffguest swapover days only occur twice a week.
Kayak desolation sound 5 reasons its called paddlers. Mothership kayak tours mothership kayaking is a great way to enjoy both the adventure of paddling and exploring during the day, and the luxury of a warm meal and cozy bed when the day is done. It serves as a centrally located supply stop for boaters, offering moorage, fuel, groceries, and other essential services. We left on the second week of june and camped in 2 locations on islands in the sound. These three parks are grouped together for the backcountry registration system and described as desolation sound parks. Jan 09, 2009 desolation sound, british columbia, canada offers some of the best sea kayaking in the world. Kayak british columbia home to killer whales and bears. Many tent spots including the penthouse, an elevated, flat, rocky area with lots of room for a group our size or larger.
May 27, 2016 overnight kayaking trip desolation sound posted on may 27, 2016 by buzz harries following our post about overnight trip preparation, we thought it was a great opportunity to put that info to the test with a post about a recent trip to desolation sound that some of our staff took. Desolation sound, bc is a scenic five hour journey from vancouver. Kayak camping in desolation sound marine park, curme island. Youll continue on into the enchanting islands, kayaking and exploring desolation sound as you head towards the evenings campsite. This epic journey gives you the best of the bc coast while learning to sail. Oct 01, 2010 before going to spend some time kayaking in british columbia, i decided to purchase this book to read more about the desolation sound area. Kayaking trips bc, patagonia, bahamas spirit of the west. Our guides are experienced and extremely knowledgable about desolation sound and the history, wildlife and culture of the british columbia coast, and the guided kayak tour package provides a. Desolation sound mount denman dominates the scene, towering more than a mile high above narrow channels which have depths of over 2000 feet. Desolation sound from the open crossings to the narrow inlets offer some of the mostsheltered and relatively safest kayaking conditions on the british columbia coast. The summer months are busy, with hundreds of touring pleasure boats addition to many private and guided kayaks paddling desolation sound.
Each trip includes details on hazards, geography, ecology, history, attractions and. One the first day, guests will enjoy a comfortable day paddle through okeover and malaspina inlets before crossing over to kinghorn island in desolation sound. Cabana desolation eco resort is located 8 nautical miles from powell river sea kayaks private location on okeover inlet. While kayaking between some of the islands can present more of a challenge if you are unfamiliar with the area and the potential for strong winds, there are many trips suitable for all ability levels.
Take a double kayak out to paddle the buttery smooth waters and set up camp on the curme islands in the middle of the park. Our experienced captains and crew keep an eye on weather and tides, so that each day is informed and well planned. Distance covered may be anywhere between 410 nautical miles a day. Powell river sea kayak desolation sound located at desolation sound, british columbia and offering allinclusive guided kayak tours, rentals, lessons, comfortcabanas and snorkeling in warm pacific waters rich in coastal marine life. Powell river sea kayak desolation sound desolationsound. Kayaking with polar bears, reindeer, walrus, puffins and more. Pacific yachtings cruising guide to british columbia volume ii desolation sound and the discovery islands texada island, powell river, savary island to okeover inlet, mitlenatch island to cortes bay, desolation sound to lewis channel, desolation sound marine park, waddington channel and pendrell sound, bute and toba inlets, southwestern cortes island, northern sutil channel, surge. In this hilarious and captivating book, cbc personality grant lawrence adds a whole new chapter to the saga of this. Flanked by cortes island and west redonda island, its spectacular fjords, mountains and wildlife make it a global boating and sea kayaking destination. It sounded like this would be humorous and also contain some information. Our kayaks are a fun and healthy way to explore and connect with nature and to access idyllic sites for rest, relaxation, good food and swimming or snorkeling over colourful sea stars, spiny red sea urchins and spiky sea cucumbers. It is a rugged coast, offset by warm sea temperatures, picturesque anchorages, and a mild climate, which make it a world class boating and sea kayaking. Spirit of the west would be happy to organize an expedition style trip for your group. Our desolation sound kayak vacations have evolved to provide experiences that fit this areas relaxing and engaging atmosphere.
Desolation sound is home to an incredibly diverse array of wildlife from the microscopic to the very, very large and has a rich and fascinating history from thousands of years of native culture and occupation to the arrival of george vancouver, hippie draft. Kayaking desolation sound, a sea kayakers paradise. Jan 28, 2018 dramatic fjords and steep evergreen forests await adventurous sea kayakers paddling through desolation sound. Routes and map of desolation sound kayak tours british. If you are looking for more rustic camping and more paddling check out our expedition style tours. This book provides information for the entire bc coastline.
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