Quadra Island Canoe Trip :: British Columbia

Quadra Island Canoeing

Canoeing Quadra - Self Guided
Quadra Island British Columbia

In ancient times it was the canoe that was the mode of travel for the indigenous peoples of the west coast that we now know asBritish Columbia. The canoe allows the traveler easy access to protected waters, and enables one to jump out and explore almost anywhere along their route. It makes a stable platform for photography and is quite easily lifted up on ones shoulders and portaged to otherwise inaccessible waters. As it was in the past, it still is today the perfect craft for this one-of-a-kind tour.

Quadra Island Lakes and Ocean

Beginning on the fresh water lakes of Quadra Island your canoeing route takes you on a journey across the inland lakes of Quadra Island and eventually over to the ocean, ending in the salt water of the Pacific Ocean. A wonderful and unique experience, paddling from fresh water to salt water all in one canoe trip.

Quadra Island is nestled between Vancouver Island and the main land British Columbia and is home to the largest chain of fresh water lakes on a island in the Pacific North West. Lucky for all, the lakes have been granted park status, thereby preserving this fresh water paradise.

Main Lake Chain Provincial Park

The park is called Main Lake Provincial Park and is your departure point for this canoeing tour.
You can enjoy two spectacular days soaking up the sun while you discover the remote shores of Main Lake, stopping for short hikes and of course, swimming at some pristine - fine sand beaches. Another inspiring feature of the park is that the lakes collect most of their water during the winter rainy months and during the summer they heat up like bath water making ideal swimming conditions.

 

Midway through the trip we portage from the lakes to the ocean. Here, in the safety of our protected inside passage we explore the maze of islets and channels of Surge Narrows Marine Park and even Octopus Islands Marine Park if our timing is right. Paddling now on salt water we are able to see marine mammals such as seals, porpoises, sea lions and a cornucopia of colours in the inter-tidal zone with a myriad of life such as Limpets, sea anemones,  Chitons and the list goes on. Exploring the tidal pools is an adventure in itself that all our guests seem to enjoy both young and old.

Come join us on a canoeing adventure of a lifetime. Quadra Island, British Columbia, Canada

Quadra Island, British Columbia, Canada

Canoe Quadra Island Dates

This canoe trip is a self guided style of trip. Price includes canoes and equipment, cooking gear, tent and map with instructions and area highlights.

$315.00 Per Person
 Call us to discuss your needs.

Required Experience Level 

Beginner - Advanced

(depending on route chosen - call for details)