Tours
The following tours are scheduled daily in the summer
season and by request the remainder of the year.
National Park Discover Tour 2.5 hrs $49 plus tax
($44 Blue Vista Guests)
Our most popular kayak tour! Tour the beautiful
nearby islets of the Gulf Islands National Park and experience
some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the area including
Harbour Seals, Sea Lions (seasonal), Bald Eagles, Otters, Starfish
and more. View spectacular wave carved sand-stone.
Start with a 20 min orientation/instruction session
followed by apprx. 2 hours on the water. This tour is the perfect
length (based on guest feedback) for a morning or afternoon tour
and is suitable for all levels including beginners.
Evening (Sunset) Tour 2 hrs $45 plus tax ($40 Blue
Vista Guests)
A great activity before or after dinner! Participants
often experience calm seas, little boat traffic, abundant wildlife
and spectacular sunsets.
This tour is suitable for all skill levels including
beginners.
National Park Explorer Tour 4 hrs $85 plus tax
($76.50 Blue Vista Guests)
If you are slightly more adventurous and want to
see more of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve then the 4
hr National Park Explorer Tour is the one for you. On this tour
we explore the nearby islets of the Gulf Islands National Park
where we experience some of the highest concentrations of wildlife
in the region including Harbour Seals, Sea Lions (seasonal), Bald
Eagles, Otters, Starfish and more. Then we transit Boat Passage
a narrow gap between Saturna and Samuel Islands into Winter Cove.
We stop at Winter Cove for a rest and our nutritious and delicious
lunch. We return through scenic passages between the islands to
our starting point.
This tour starts with a 20 min orientation/instructional
session followed by 1.5 hours to 2 hrs of kayaking to our lunch
stop at Winter Cove. Washroom facilities are available at Winter
Cove. The return trip is approx 1.5 hrs of kayaking. This trip
is often done in reverse to take advantage of current and weather
conditions. Paddling time for the reverse itinerary is similar.
Family Tour 2.0 hrs $45/adults, $28 Youth 9-12,
$15 Children 8 & under plus tax
Ocean kayaking is a great activity for the whole family. Our
guides will design a kayak tour just right for the skills and
abilities of your family.
Special Tours
Interested in a unique Sea Kayaking experience try one of our
special tours. These are not scheduled daily but operate by request
or when conditions are right! Contact us for dates and times.
Sea Lion Encounter 2.5 hrs $49 plus tax (October- May)
Take a special guided tour to the Sea Lion “haul out”
on the nearby Belle Chain Islets of the Gulf Islands National
Park Reserve. From October through May of each year Stellar and
California Sea Lions inhabit this rocky domain. View from a safe
distance these massive marine mammals in their natural habitat.
Saturna Winery Guided Tour 5 hrs $95 plus tax (May – October)
5 hrs Kayak rental plus $15 for appetizer platter
Combine an exciting sea kayaking adventure with wine tasting
and light lunch at the Saturna Winery.
This tour starts with a 20 min orientation/instruction session
followed by a leisurely 1.5 – 2.0 hrs scenic kayak trip
to beautiful Winter Cove on Saturna Island. Saturna Winery staff
will meet us at Winter Cove and shuttle us by van to the Winery.
Participants can participate in wine tasting and enjoy the appetizer
platter (included) on the bistro deck overlooking the vineyard.
Participants are shuttled back to Winter Cove for our return trip
by kayak.
A self-guided option is also available for more experienced kayakers.
Let Mayne Island Kayaking provide your rental kayaks and make
reservations for pick-up, wine tasting, appetizer platter or lunch.
Low Tide Tour 2.5 hours $49 plus tax
Join us for an interesting tour through the nearby islets with
a focus on the spectacular intertidal life exposed at low tides.
Our guides can help you identify the various starfish, seaweeds
and other creatures only seen at low tide. No doubt a curious
Harbour Seal or perching Bald Eagle will be spotted along the
way.
This tour is suitable for all skill levels including beginners.
Full Moon/Bioluminescence Tour 2.0 hrs $45 plus tax
Take part in a unique late evening paddling experience. Watch
the full moon rise over Bennett Bay from your kayak then paddle
in the moonlight around the bay. Watch the water glow as your
paddle disturbs the light emitting plankton.
This tour is suitable for participants with some paddling experience.
Custom Tours
Looking for something different or want to hire
a guide for special tour. We can help. Let our experienced local
guides design a tour for you. We offer day trips to Saturna, Pender,
Prevost and Galiano Islands with most destinations within the
Gulf Island National Park Reserve. Call to arrange your custom
guided day tour! |