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Vancouver Island Kayaking: Wildlife, Camping & Camaraderie

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Vancouver Island Kayaking: Wildlife, Camping & Camaraderie
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Equipment rental

Sleeping bag and camping essentials can be rented for an additional fee. Camping essentials include David’s Toothpaste travel-size, Mint 80ml bug spray, Ucluelet mini soap, Agave cloth, and Tuff Stuff 80ml sunscreen.

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Things come up, and sometimes plans need to be changed. Check out our flexible cancellation options.
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Deposits

When booking a trip, you can either pay for it in full or reserve your spot with a 30% deposit. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

Cancellations

After 48 hours, booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. You can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

Basic
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period.
Flexible
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
Super Flexible
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.

Adventure travel insurance available

Adventure travel insurance available after checkout through our trusted partner, Redpoint.
Full insurance benefits

Full protection benefits

Benefits maximum benefit per person
Trip Cancellation* Up to 100% of the insured trip cost
Cancellation For Any Reason (CFAR)** Up to 75% of Trip Cost – Optional for additional cost
Trip Interruption*,*** 150% of the Trip Cost limit
Trip Delay up to $200/day, $1,000 max
Itinerary Change $250 per person
Single Occupancy Supplement up to 100% of Trip Cost
Missed Connection $1000
Travel Inconvenience 250 per each inconvenience up to a maximum of $750
Pet Return $1000 per pet
Baggage & Personal Effects $2,500, subject to per item maximum of $300
Medical Evacuation & Repatriation of Remains included up to $1,000,000
Baggage Delay 12 hrs min delay, $600 max
Baggage Delivery $100 per trip
Emergency Accident and Emergency Sickness Medical Expense $100,000 per person
Dental Expense $750 per person
Accidental Death & Dismemberment $25,000
*Up to the lesser of the Trip Cost paid or the limit of coverage on Your confirmation of coverage
**You must insure the total cost of all prepaid non-refundable Travel Arrangements that are subject to Cancellation Penalties
***$1000 Return air ticket cost only if $0 Trip Cost displayed for Trip Cancellation
Vancouver Island Kayaking: Wildlife, Camping & Camaraderie
Itinerary
Vancouver Island Kayaking: Wildlife, Camping & Camaraderie
People
1 Person
Date(s)
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Duration
3 day
Guide(s)
Kevin, Eric

  • 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

      Introduction to kayaking

    • 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

      Kayaking on blue water

    • 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

      Returning from kayaking

    • Included:

        • Experienced local kayaking guides with extensive knowledge of the area
        • Kayaking Broken Group islands 3-day adventure
        • All meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
        • Accommodation: 2 nights of camping in tents
        • Kayaking equipment
        • Sprayskirts and paddling jacket
        • 5 litre, 20 litre and 30 litre dry bags per person
        • Laminated marine charts
        • MSR Mutha Hubba 3-person tents
        • Hellionx Lite cot
        • EXPED Downmate Lite 5 sleeping pad
        • Helinox chair
        • Tarps for kitchen and group sitting area
        • All kitchen equipment
        • Toilet paper
        • A hand wash station
        • All safety equipment and a first aid kit

      Add-ons (available at checkout):

        • Sleeping bag rental
        • Camping essentials rental

      Not included:

        • Flights
        • Airport transfers
        • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
        • Travel and medical insurance  — optional
        • Guide gratuities — optional

    • 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:

        • 4 polyester (quick dry) shirts
        • 1 light fleece sweater
        • 1 fleece jacket
        • 1 or 2 pairs of light quick dry pants
        • 1 or 2 pairs of polyester shorts
        • Shoes (sandals, sneakers, neoprene booties or rubber boots)
        • Socks (not cotton)
        • Underwear (not cotton)
        • Warm hat
        • Gloves
        • Rain jacket & pants
        • Rain hat
        • Personal medication
        • Swimsuit
        • Water bottle
        • Sun hat
        • Sunglasses
        • Sunscreen/lip balm
        • Insect repellant
        • Binoculars
        • Headlamp
        • Towel and toiletries
        • Baby wipes
        • Camera
        • Sleeping bag (synthetic)

      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

        • For this kayaking Broken Group islands 3-day adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 5:1.
        • It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants.

      Kyaking Broken Group islands 3-day adventures can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

      Min. age requirements

        • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
        • Minors older than 13 may be permitted to join the kayaking Broken Group islands 3-day adventure on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

      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.

    • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

      Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

      Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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