6-Day Johnstone Strait Kayak Expedition




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Overview
Highlights
- A one-way kayaking tour where we explore new territory every day
- Experience the popular Johnstone Strait area as well as the spectacular Broughton Archipelago away from other paddling groups
- One night stay in a remote floating lodge
- Experience one of the most diverse wildlife and kayaking environments in British Columbia.
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Trip includes
- Professional guiding service
- All kayaking equipment
- (including kayaks, PFDs, paddles, pumps, ropes and sponges)
- Water taxi shuttles at beginning and end of trip
- Cooking equipment and group shelter (tarps)
- Camping equipment including tents and Therma-rest sleeping pads
- Park and land use permits
Itinerary

Good Morning! After picking you up at your Quadra Island accommodation we will depart the island by ferry and then travel together in our van the 2.5 hours to historic Telegraph Cove. Once in Telegraph Cove we will enjoy a picnic lunch.
We will then transfer ou...
After breakfast we will pack our kayaks and head off on our expedition. Our first day will be spent exploring the islands of the Broughton Archipelago or the orca waters of Johnstone Strait (depending on your starting point), and enjoying the stunning views and wildlife while en route to camp for the night.
Paddle amongst the enchanting islands of the Broughton Archipelago. The Broughton Archipelago is a network of forested islands and protected passageways that offers both scenic paddling as well as intriguing history. We will go back in time as we visit the ancient vil...
This is our last day to enjoy the marine environment of Johnstone Strait and the Broughton Archipelago. Our boat transport will pick us up in the afternoon and bring us back to Telegraph Cove. From Telegraph Cove we drive back to Campbell River and Quadra Island, arriving between 5pm and 7pm. Our arrival times are both weather and wildlife dependent.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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What's excluded
- Flights, airport transfers, ferries, taxis
- Travel/medical insurance
- Alcoholic or carbonated beverages
- Rain gear, sleeping bags or personal items (toiletries, clothing, etc.).
- Sleeping bags and rain gear may be rented if you prefer not to travel with them (please reserve in advance; may be booked online with your trip reservation).
Accommodation
We will begin or end our Expedition at the Paddler’s Inn, in one of the more remote corners on the British Columbia coast. The warm hospitality of the McMorran family will ensure that our stay is both comfortable and relaxing. The perfect way to start or finish this wonderful journey. On-site massage, showers and trails are available at the Paddlers Inn
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