Broken Island Odyssey (135.212)
| Location: | Broken Island Group |
| Price: | $1299.00 |
| Duration: | 5 days/4 nights |
| Departs from/arrives at: | Ucluelet, BC |
| Accomodations: | Camping |
| Tour Type: | Leisure Tour |
| Activity Level: | Novice |
| Nearest Town/Village: | Ucluelet, BC |
| Inclusions: | We provide all paddling gear, dry bags, tents, food, park fees, and certified professional guides. |
| Exclusions: | Sleeping bag and thermrest (available for rent). HST not included |
| Guest Parking: | Yes Details: Parking is provided by your accomodations in Ucluelet or by arrangement with us. |
| First Nations: | The Broken Group Islands are central to the traditional territory of the Tseshaht First Nation. |
| Additional Information: The Broken Group Islands is an archipelago of over 100 unique islands and islets in Barkley Sound, off the west coast of Vancouver Island. Each island is unique in terms of terrain, beaches, and campgrounds. To protect the fragility of the island's flora and fauna, there are designated campsites and totally funky composting toilets. Some of the campsites are located right on the sandy beaches, while others are nestled under towering red cedars and Sitka spruce. Paddling in this area is incredible and includes a bit of everything - open coast, protected passages, warm lagoons, and narrow channels all teeming with intertidal organisms, seals, sea lions, porpoises, and whales. Barkley Sound was the most densely populated region on the west coast prior to the arrival of Europeans. Your guides will help you discover evidence of ancient villages and defensive sites, stone fish traps, and canoe runs that make the life history of these early inhabitants more tangible and inspiring.This is a relaxing and enjoyable adventure for anyone with a passion for wildlife and an interest in casual kayaking and hiking. It is suitable for all skill levels. No paddling experience is necessary. |
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Itinerary
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1The evening before our departure we like to meet with our guests at a local restaurant to answer last minute questions and to hand out dry bags for your gear. Your guide will pick you up in the Steller van at 8:00am Monday morning to begin your adventure. After a 50 minute drive through the lush rain forest we arrive at beautiful Toquart Bay. After a basic paddling and safety orientation, we'll launch the kayaks and head off on our Broken Group Island adventure. Our arrival time and our choice of camping destinations will depend upon the physical ability of the group and the weather conditions. The Broken Group is divided into a group of outer islands exposed to the rhythm of to open ocean and a group of inner islands with protected beaches and a labyrinth of passages and small channels. The intertidal ecology of each island group is unique and fascinating. Depending upon the weather we like to move camp at least once so that we can explore the uniqueness of both island groups. Wherever we camp, there will be luxurious, yet funky composting toilets that are lovingly maintained by Park Staff, and great places to pitch our tents in the forest and on the beach.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accomodation: Camping
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2Each day our exploration of the islands will be dictated by the whim of the group and the rhythm of the sea. Your guide will there to provide helpful analysis and suggestions however:) On the trip, all meals will be prepared by your talented guide. Our food is one of the many highlights of the tour. We plan a wholesome and nutritious menu featuring fresh organic produce, home-baked breads and desserts, fair-trade coffee, tea, and organic juices. All meals are planned well in advance which enables us to cater to anyone with special dietary needs.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accomodation: Camping
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3When we paddle the outer group of islands, we explore the rocky headlands and wave swept inter-tidal zone. This is where we'll see animal species adapted to the dynamic hydraulic conditions of the open ocean. We'll paddle among islands teaming with sea mammals such as California and Steller sea lions, scoters, grebes, pigeon guillemot, kingfisher, bald eagles ... In fact, the region attracts an incredible 230 species of birds.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accomodation:
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4When we paddle the inner group of islands we paddle through protected passages, calm, mirrored inlets, island labyrinths, and sheltered sand and shell beaches. Some of these beaches are so well-protected that their aquamarine waters offer great swimming opportunities on hot sunny days.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accomodation: Camping
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5As you paddle along your guide will regale you with historical facts. You'll be fascinated by the sequence of events that have shaped the natural and cultural history of the region. You'll see ancient First Nations village sites and stone fish traps that were used for thousands of years; you'll marvel at the complex geological formations; and you'll love exploring the lush rain forest on the islands. On our final day, you'll be delivered back to Ucluelet by 4:00pm with plenty of time to shower and nap before dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accomodation: Camping
