Box 569 Heriot Bay, British Columbia, Canada V0P 1H0
North America: 1.800.307.3982 | Local & Overseas: 1.250.285.2121


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North America: 1.800.307.3982
Local & Overseas: 1.250.285.2121
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    Stories

    Stories, news & views from the realm of the whales.

    Our Two Basecamps in Comparison

    May 22nd, 2024

    Both the Johnstone Strait Ultimate and Whales & Wilderness Glamping tours are excellent choices for sea kayakers of all ability levels. These are our basecamp-style trips, so we carry minimal gear in the kayaks and return to the same comfortable, established camp each night. If you’re new to camping, this is a great way to get a relaxed introduction to…

    Where to See Whales in Coastal BC

    April 20th, 2024

    British Columbia, Canada is an incredible destination for viewing wildlife—so much so that travellers specifically come to Coastal BC to experience these astonishing sightings first hand. This area is world renowned for viewing all kinds of wildlife, including whales. To help you get the most out of your trip to Coastal BC, here’s a guide to the most frequently asked…

    2023 Photo Contest Highlights

    November 2nd, 2023

    2023 PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS Our annual photo contest provides us the opportunity to reflect on our favourite parts of the summer and hear the stories about what made your tour so special. We want to thank all of our guests for their incredible submissions this year! The winning entries are listed below and will be announced on our social media…

    2024: The Year of Adventure

    October 19th, 2023

    Colourful sunset over the Johnstone Strait

    As our 2023 season comes to a close, we look forward to sharing more paddling adventures with you  in 2024. We are excited to announce that we have now released our tour dates for the 2024 season! CHILE This January we are finally returning to Chilean Patagonia for the first time since 2020 to host our Ultimate Patagonia tours. Ranging…

    Steller Sea Lions in BC

    March 20th, 2023

    Colony of Steller Sea Lions on Rock with Forested Background

      Often seen lounging around on rocky islands in coastal BC, Steller sea lions have earned a reputation for being lazy. Sure, they relish relaxation and sunshine — but they are also incredibly adept at swimming and hunting. Steller sea lions are the world’s largest species of sea lions and one of the ocean’s top predators, pursued only by killer…

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