Step away from the noise and into a world where the ocean sets the rhythm, and adventure leads the way. The Broken Group Islands in Canada aren’t just a paddler’s paradise—they’re a front-row seat to nature at its most breathtaking. We’ll glide past towering cedars, land on beaches without a footprint in sight, and camp beneath skies so bright they put city lights to shame. Days are spent kayaking, wildlife spotting, eating awesome meals, and feeling like the luckiest people on Earth. Nights? Campfires, fresh air, and the kind of quiet that fills the soul. This is the escape you didn’t know you needed.
There’s something about kayaking the Broken Group Islands in Canada that just hits differently. Maybe it’s the maze of untouched islets, the sea lions curiously watching from the rocks, or the way the ocean changes color under the shifting sky. We’ll spend three fun-filled days paddling through this wild paradise, landing on secluded beaches, and setting up camp in the heart of nature. With expert guides leading the way, every stroke will take us deeper into a world of marine life, ancient forests, and total serenity. No crowds, no noise—just us, our kayaks, and the adventure that we won’t forget any time soon.
We’ll meet at 200 Hemlock Street at the Small Craft Harbour. The guide will brief us on a water taxi to the Broken Group Islands while we take in the breathtaking beauty of the coastline along the way. We will be dropped at one of the many sandy beaches within the Broken Group, where we’ll unload and re-pack our gear into kayaks. From here, we’ll have a kayak orientation to prepare us for our first paddle. We’ll aim to paddle for 4-6 hours a day.
At noon, we’ll stop for our first lunch break where the guide will prepare a delicious meal. Following this, we’ll continue to paddle the park. In the afternoon, the guide will decide where to make camp for the night, selecting one of the 7 designated campsites within the Broken Group. We’ll have a camp orientation and set-up our tents for the evening. Later on, dinner will be served, and each evening we’ll have a campfire where we’ll share our favorite moments from the day.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Camping
We’ll start our day nice and early, maybe catching a sunrise along the way. Breakfast will be served at 7am. We may move camp, or stay at one campsite for the entire trip. The guide will make decisions based on weather and conditions.
Each day, we’ll paddle and enjoy lunches on different beaches within the islands, with plenty of opportunity to discover the vast intertidal life, old-growth forests, and learn from the ancient First Nation Village sites located within the Broken Group.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Kayaking: 4-6 hours
Accommodation: Camping
On the final day, we’ll have another session of exploring the Broken Group Islands. After a day on the water, we’ll be picked up by the water taxi and whisked back to Ucluelet. We’ll say our goodbyes and go home, filled with memories we’ll cherish forever.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Kayaking: 4-6 hours
Our guide, Nolan, took us on a spectacular tour of the Broken Islands by Kayak. We went not knowing what to expect and we got gorgeous scenery, whales and eagles and Nolan’s extensive knowledge of flora and fauna and camping. May is a great time to go!
What an amazing adventure. Jonathan was our guide and he was great, very professional and made us feel at ease. Loved the history he provided and the food was very good.
Johna was an excellent guide! His knowledge of the area and history really added to the experience! The food was fantastic too, highly recommend this company!
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This kayaking Broken Group islands 3-day adventure is rated easy. No kayaking experience is necessary. Participants must be comfortable in and around water, and they must be in good enough shape for 4 to 6 hours of daily kayaking and some easy hiking.
This adventure is designed for both active adventurers and those looking for a more relaxing pace.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans or cotton.
Group sizes and pricing
Kyaking Broken Group islands 3-day adventures can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If you are a family with small children under the age of 13 and are a group of 4 or more, you might be interested in a private tour. If you’re interested, please contact us before booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Broken Group islands 3-day adventure is Ucluelet. To get there, most people fly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Victoria International Airport (YYJ). From there, you can take the ferry (if going from Vancouver Airport) and rent a car to reach Ucluelet.
Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at a predetermined time at 200 Hemlock Street (Small Craft Harbour), Ucluelet, British Columbia.
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Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
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Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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Our guide, Nolan, took us on a spectacular tour of the Broken Islands by Kayak. We went not knowing what to expect and we got gorgeous scenery, whales and eagles and Nolan’s extensive knowledge of flora and fauna and camping. May is a great time to go!