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Fully trained professional fun-loving guides, all meals and snacks, all camping equipment except sleeping bags and pads, all first-aid equipment, weather and safety radios, dry bags, fully loaded fiberglass 'Seaward' sea-kayaks, and more. a fully detailed package will be sent to you upon registration.
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Although Nootka Sound and Johnstone Strait can be quite rugged, all of our tours are for the whole family if you have a spirit for adventure. Barkley Sound and Clayoquot Sound are more suitable for children than the other destinations.
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Each of our unique tours offers spectacular scenery and wildlife. Expect to see a large variety of land and sea mammals, flora and fauna, and birds. An encounter with a whale, wolf, bear, or cougar is not uncommon. The undersea life is amazing in most areas so if you're hardy, bring your snorkeling gear. these eco-systems can not compare to any other place in the world and the memories will last you a lifetime. A camera and lots of film is a must!
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Will there be showers and bathrooms?
This is the rugged, undeveloped British Columbia West Coast so no. but there will be plenty of fresh water flowing from the mountains for washing and we will bring solar powered showers along.
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What kind of camping will we practice?
Orca Kayak Adventures prides itself on practicing low-impact camping. we will leave each area that we visit in better shape than we found it. you will discover some of the most beautiful camping locations in the world with fresh water streams, lagoons, exploring, fishing, surf, and more.
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All that is required is average physical health and a positive outlook. when you experience the thrill of kayaking Vancouver Island, you will soon forget about how out of shape you may or may not be. our guides are always willing to listen to your concerns or questions. they will gain your trust and make you feel at ease to help make this adventure an experience you will never forget.
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Clothing suitable for both warm sunny weather and cooler days and evenings. avoid cotton or other materials that don't dry quickly. also rain gear, hat, sunglasses, sun block, running shoes or light hiking boots, sandals or water shoes, personnel medication, sleeping bag and pad, camera and film and other personal gear. other optional items to bring include a book, paddling gloves and wetsuit if desired, and fishing gear. A complete list of what to bring will be sent to you upon registration. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased prior to departure and in some cases mid-way through the tour.
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Our guides are knowledgeable in all aspects of safety for a backcountry experience and are prepared to "expect the unexpected". Before your tour begins you will be briefed on what our procedures are in the unlikely event of a capsize or any other misadventure. Our kayaks are equipped with throw-lines, paddle floats, lifejackets with whistles, water-tight compartments, rudders and peddles for steering ease in rough seas and Seawards exclusive Self-Rescue-System. We believe our kayaks are the most sea-worthy available. They are completely adjustable for comfort and are available in a wide variety of models. You will learn many secrets of this land including how to prepare for a visit by a bear or wolf 101. Wheather on the sea or in the outback, your safety is our first priority. |
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The crisp clean air of the West Coast works up a huge appetite and we will have a large variety of nutritious and delicious food available for your enjoyment. hopefully you are a fisherman and can land a salmon or red snapper to add to our menu. Fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, and as often as possible, fresh baked bread. (If you or any member of your group has special dietary requirements, please let us know in advance and we will do our best to accommodate you.)
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A route has been planned in advance for each particular tour and we will try to include all the highlights of that particular route. weather conditions or your particular desires may change our plans though. our guides are very flexible and open to discussion about all aspects of the tour. you may decide that after a couple of four to five hour days of paddling that you want to spend a day beachcombing, hiking through the wilderness, or just relaxing on a piece of driftwood in the sun with a book. maybe you will decide to lay back in your kayak with a fishing pole in the middle of a lagoon, checking your crab trap once in a while. whatever you decide to do, your days will be filled with combination of excitement and relaxation and you will wake up each morning exhilarated and ready for a new day of adventure and discovery.
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