| Tour Price:
$ 2,125 CDN |
| Single Sup: This tour does not charge single supplement fees. If you are a single traveler, we would assign you to a cabin and pair you up with another single – same gender traveler. |
| DETAILED ITINERARY |
Gulf Islands |
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October  23 - 27, 2010 |
Length: 5 days | |||
This natural history voyage explores the protected waters of the Gulf Islands, off southern Vancouver
Island. Our focus will be exploring the new Gulf Islands National Park and the remote islands of this
beautiful region. Sailors consider this area one of the best cruising destination in North America with
scenic anchorages and fabulous weather. Passengers will be thrilled by the excitement of porpoise,
hundreds of seals, and sea lions out on the rocks. The Coast Salish First Nation have lived here for
thousands of years and we will see sites they once inhabited. Combine exciting wildlife, picturesque
islands and the opportunity to explore Canada’s newest National Park, all only a short distance from
major urban centres … and you have a recipe for a wonderful experience.
The 68 foot yachts - “Island Roamer” and “Island Odyssey” are spacious and comfortable and afford easy access to almost everyone. At most of our stops we will use our inflatable zodiac boats to transfer participants to the beach and walk into park areas along trails. At a number of the stops we will simply step from the boat onto a dock and stroll through a small coastal village. Active individuals may choose to paddle along the shore using the comfortable and very stable sea kayaks (available for use at anchor). Departs Sidney, BC. |
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| Tour Includes: All meals from lunch on the first day to breakfast on the last day; all accommodation onboard ship; skipper, cook, naturalist; full use of all onboard facilities. | ||||
| Not Included: Transportation to the start point and from the finish point of the trip; any accommodation or meals prior to the start of the trip or after the completion; travel or cancellation insurance; airport transfers and applicable taxes. The only money participants require during the trip is for optional purchases and gratuities for the crew. | ||||
| Deposit: A $500 deposit per person is required to reserve a space. The balance of payment is due 75 days prior to departure. | ||||
| Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend purchase of trip cancellation insurance. | ||||
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| Experienced Naturalist will accompany this tour.
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"We felt like family with the crew, it didn't seem like a commercial trip. Their enthusiasm for this part of Canada was wonderful. It was a true eco tour with genuine sensitivity for the natural environment." G. H. & N. H. California |
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