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Vancouver Island, British Columbia Places to stay, things to do
Kayak with Orca
4-days, July - September Campbell River or Port McNeill on the east coast of Vancouver Island
Can you imagine the excitement of a Killer Whale rising close by your kayak? This could happen on one of these amazing holidays. No previous kayaking experience is necessary to enjoy this trip to the full just a sense of adventure and a moderate level of fitness. Maximum group size is usually 10, under the guidance of an experienced paddler, cook and naturalist. As well as orca, you might see minke, gray whales, sea lions, dolphins, black bears and eagles.
Accommodation
Camping: You will stay in a permanent tented wilderness camp, with large tents and a bush toilet. Mothership: If you hate the idea of camping but still want to have this extraordinary experience, you can stay on a Mothership in great comfort. In fact it has many bonuses with the Columbia III onboard accommodation, you can easily travel to the untouched corners of the Broughton Archipelago (usually inaccessible by expedition kayakers) and be in the right place at the right time for the most unforgettable wildlife encounters. The recently refurbished 68' Columbia III is a solid, well designed vessel retaining a beauty and charm not seen in more modern vessels. She has a variety of comfortable berths for single persons and couples, in five private cabins. There are three 'heads' and plenty of hot water for showers after a day's activities. Price: 3 night package £623 per person based on 2 people sharing a tent Included: guides, kayaks, transport from Campbell River and all meals.
Sonora Resort
Location: Nestled in the BC coastal rainforest, 1 hour float plane flight from Vancouver, or 1 hour boat ride from Campbell River, Vancouver Island. Description: Overlooking one of the most beautiful sections of the Inside Passage, this eco-friendly but luxurious collection of lodges offers fishing, bear watching, water activities, heli-tours and even golf, either within the resort itself or only a short boat ride away. Also within the resort are a spa, home cinema, games room and a superb restaurant with well-stocked cellar. Accommodation: Each uniquely themed lodge has spacious bedrooms with incredibly comfortable queen or king sized beds, top quality linens and cozy goosedown duvets. Spectacular ocean views and a communal sitting area in each lodge complete the picture. Why we like it: Glorious rooms, good food and impeccable unpretentious service Free Activities: Games, room, cinema, hiking, volley ball and tennis courts. Paid for activities: Saltwater and fly-fishing, Helicopter tours, quad bikes, kayaking, wildlife including bears (late August-September) plus a spa.
Sonora Resort Prices are per person based on 2 in a room
May & Oct Gold Room - per room per night Gold childs room (under 18) £405 £316 Jun and 16 to 30 Sep £439 £341 Jul to 15 Sep £507 £392
Plus flight from Vancouver @ £455 or boat from Campbell River @ £136 round trip per person.
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To book call 020 8776 8709
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