Description

During this 5hr. tour you’ll explore and learn about the natural and cultural history of Okeover Inlet. We’ll start this tour on Desolation Sound Resort’s private kayak launch area with an instructional session on paddle strokes and kayak-safety. On a warm summer day, lunch break would be the perfect time to go for a swim. Or even better, grab a snorkel-mask and get up and close with our local ‘rock-stars’ and other colourful critters in the tidal zone.

Tour Highlights

Okeover Inlet is a sheltered tidal Inlet, surrounded by a dense temperate forest. Some of the Discovery Islands, parts of Desolation Sound Marine Park and the rugged snow-capped Coastal Mountains can be seen in the distance. This inlet is known for it’s abundance in shellfish, a rich First Nation and vibrant immigrant history and it offers an unrivalled intertidal spectacle during lower tides. Bald Eagles, pacific salmon, seals, river otters, black bears and many other animals call this inlet and its surroundings their home. Occasionally, a group of killer whales visits the inlet. Wildlife viewings often depend on season and tides. But if they’re out there, we’ll find them.

Duration / Distance

5 hours / Max. 6 Nautical Miles (approx. 10km / 6mi). Distance will also depend on group preferences and goals, weather conditions and tides. It takes roughly 30 minutes to complete the pre-tour instruction. We’ll be out, lunch break included, for about 4.5 hours after that. It will speed up the start of a tour if Liability Waivers are filled out and signed prior to the tour.

Age restrictions / Height & Weight Limits

Our youngest participants are about 4 years old and our most experienced paddlers have been in their 80’s!  Just ask us if you have any doubt about this tour being suitable for your abilities.

In order to ensure your comfort and safety, participants who have primary control of the kayak (the ones with the rudder pedals) should be of sufficient age, height, weight and maturity to do so.

Please note: Your guide will always have the authority to make the final decision on kayak configuration and safety related issues. ‘Safety first, fun will follow.’

Conditions / Skill level

Paddle routes during this tour are within the sheltered class 2 waters of Okeover Inlet. However, during this tour you might be exposed to some wind, waves and boat wakes. Your guide will choose the route most appropriate for weather, tides and group.

No experience necessary!  This guided tour is appropriate for beginners.

Guide to participant ratio

One guide up to a maximum of six participants

Included

Single or 2-person ocean tour kayak (3-person when a centre hatch seat is added)

All required safety gear and equipment

Dry-bags

Snack

Snorkel masks upon request

Not Included

Lunch, bring your own lunch

Personal items, we provide a detailed ‘Suggested Gear List’ prior to the tour

Gratuities