Gulf Islands National Park | Nature Trek Canada

1-5 day guided trips | April-October

Kayaking tour of Gulf Island National Park

The Gulf Islands lie in the rainshadow of Vancouver Island and enjoy a noticeably warmer and drier climate. The result is a different kind of coastal forest – with ruby-red Arbutus trees, towering Douglas fir, gnarled Garry oak – and sheltered bays with brightly colored starfish, anemones and giant clam shells. Wildlife abounds – seals, river otters, porpoises and deer, raccoons, hummingbirds and eagles.

Savour the timeless beauty of one of Canada’s newest national parks, in a small group, at a slow pace, with a certified local Nature Trek Canada guide.

Tsawout First Nation Reserve, Salt Spring Island

Sea kayak, Gulf Islands National Park

D'arcy Island, Gulf Islands National Park

Black Tail Deer encounter

Blood Starfish

Harbour seals, Salt Spring Island

Portland Island, Gulf Islands National Park

You showed us much more than I expected. Spectacular west coast nature, unexpected shapes, colours and forms. Setting a slow pace, slowed us down too – time to smell the Nootka roses! Thank you, an experience which really ‘made’ our Canada trip!
Jan & Annemieke, the Netherlands

Example trip summary

Day 1
Introduction and instruction. Short paddle. Explore southern Gulf Islands National Park.
Day 2-3,4 or 5
Explore more remote areas in Gulf Islands National Park from 1 or 2 base camp settings.
Departure
Between April and October
Duration
1 to 5 days
From
Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
Price
From $Can 195 | € 135 per person (2 people, 1 day. All in. Private guide).
From $Can 540 | € 375 per person (4 people, 3 days. All in. Private guide).
Group size
maximum of 5 people per guide.

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