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Vancouver Island Sea Kayaking Tours & Canadian Wilderness Retreat

Book at 2024 rates if you book prior to December 31, 2024!

Savour a flexible, fun, and refreshing vacation at our enchanting wilderness retreat on Spring Island in Kyuquot, BC! Join us for personalized adventures on the western edge of Canada, with engaging guides, abundant sea otters, diverse wildlife, old-growth forests, idyllic beaches, Indigenous cultural experiences with local First Nations friends and family, and delicious food.

Summer 2024 was amazing! It was our second full season as a Nation-owned business. Ownership transitioned to the Ka:'yu:'k't'h' / Che:k:tles7et'h' First Nations' Group of Businesses in 2022. We look forward to welcoming guests in 2025!

Learn more about the Ka:'yu:'k't'h' / Che:k:tles7et'h' First Nations

CONNECT ~ EXPERIENCE ~ REFRESH

4-Day Sea Otter Kayak Tour - Base Camp Experience a sea kayaking holiday escape to Kyuquot, with delicious meals, engaging kayak outings, and exploring on forest trails on a remote island in the Pacific! More

5-Day Sea Otter Kayak Tour - Base Camp Recharge while sharing waters with sea otters and other marine life. Experience the welcoming wonder of this remote part of Vancouver Island and the local Indigenous culture. More

6-Day Sea Otter Kayak Tour - Base Camp Immerse yourself in this longer base camp kayaking experience with more opportunity to explore, truly connecting with the forest and ocean surroundings. More

8-Day Brooks Peninsula Kayaking - Expedition This classic west coast sea kayaking expedition, designed for experienced paddlers, has been described as one of "10 Real Adventures for Mere Mortals". More

7-Day Bunsby Islands Kayaking - Expedition Enjoy the sublime combination of adventure, Indigenous culture, and awe-inspiring natural wonder. Perfect for intermediate kayakers interested in expedition travel. More

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Since 1972, our guests have appreciated our unique coastal adventures. Since 1990, we have been leaders in introducing guided sea kayaking outings, honing the art of remarkable experiences for all abilities. Since 2014, we became the first kayak tour company in Canada to achieve and maintain Sustainable Tourism Gold through an independent assessment.

British Columbia Magazine Summer 2017 Cover

Learn about the Sea Otter Coast and experiences with us as featured in the Summer 2017 cover story in British Columbia Magazine!

Our kayaking tours introduce the population recovery of these fascinating creatures and their significant influence on west coast ecosystems and communities, as part of Canada's story.

Truly get away!

Experience the quiet joy and wonder of a Vancouver Island adventure destination that's off the beaten path, Kyuquot.

Video: Sea Kayaking Plus Aboriginal Tourism BC

Explore by kayak from the comforts of our wilderness retreat nestled on a remote island in the Pacific, Spring Island! Daily guided activities introduce you to hidden gems, including rich marine ecology, secluded islets, and the nearby coastal village, people, and Indigenous culture of Kyuquot as part of Canada's west coast story.

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Reconciliation in Action

May 29, 2022

Thank you to Ha-Shilth-Sa for sharing the good news of WCE having been recently acquired by the local Ka:'yu:'k't'h' / Che:k:tles7et'h' First Nations!

The Suspense Won't Kill Us

Oct 8, 2020

Thank you to The CV Collective and Andrew Findlay for this article with reflections from WCE Managing Owner and Guide, David Pinel, early in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Exclusive video: Renewal with Wolves & Sea Otters

Apr 3, 2020

Enjoy this exclusive documentary-quality footage from our remote location on the west coast of Vancouver Island.

Elusive: Coastal Wolf feature

Nov 13, 2019

Stunning wolf images taken on Spring Island for feature story about coastal wolves in British Columbia Magazine, Summer 2019, by Isabelle Groc.

Photography tips: Vancouver Island Kayaking Adventure

Apr 8, 2018

We are happy to share that PHOTO News recently published an article by Dr. Wayne Lynch, featuring his reflections about their experience kayaking with us, some west coast images, and seven tips for safely taking great pictures while sea kayaking.

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Every summer, about 70-75% of our guests are referred by word-of-mouth or returning for the n^th time!

Of my 6 weeks in Canada seeing the best it had to offer, the 5 days on Spring Island take up 99.4% of my Canadian memory bank and 84% of my Canadian photo album. The profound beauty of the places WCE showed me will stay with me forever...

Jamie R., Tasmania, Australia

...the best paddling expedition and base camp experts that I have travelled with - comforting and rewarding. You will not have a more expert and knowledgeable team that know and frequent the local waters, people and environment.

Kevin B., Victoria, BC