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SEA KAYAKING DAY TRIP PREPARATIONS
We provide sea kayaking day trips for group bookings of 8 or more people only. If you have at least 8 people in your group, please contact us and we will be happy to try and accommodate a trip for you. Trips can be arranged starting April 01 through to October 15.
TRIP DURATION
The sea kayaking day tour starts at 9:00 am and finsihes between 3:00 - 4:00 pm.
TRIP DEPARTURE
Our North Gulf Islands day trip departs from the beach just minutes south of the city of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, BC.
TRIP SUITABILITY
No previous sea kayak touring experience is required to participate on this trip. The trip is suitable for active singles, couples and families with children as young as 13 years. The trip is progressive in terms of skills and therefore is suitable for a variety of paddling abilities – beginners are welcome.
While our trips are not considered to be strenuous or physically demanding, and we do not require a high level of fitness, good general physical condition is necessary. If you have any physical limitations or concerns please discuss with us.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Pacific Northwest Expeditions provides virtually everything you will need for your sea kayaking day trip;
- professional, certified sea kayak guides
- lunch and snacks
- touring sea kayaks (fibreglass single & doubles) along with all the required paddling equipment and on the water safety equipment
- safety equipment and emergency communication equipment
- public land and BC Park use permits
- FUN! Included at no extra cost.
GUEST RESPONSIBILITY
- Guests are responsible for their own transportation to and from the trip point of departure. Please visit our Travel Planner page for information on transportation options.
- Accommodations, and meals prior to or after your trip, are not included. A pre-trip information package, which is provided to you upon receipt of your trip deposit, provides local accommodation and dining suggestions. It is advisable to make accommodation reservations in advance.
- Please check with your health care plan administrator to ensure that you have sufficient coverage while participating on one of our tours. Pacific Northwest Expeditions is not responsible for any medical or evacuation costs should they be incurred for your safety or health during the course of the tour.
- Each trip participant will be required to sign a Pacific Northwest Expeditions ' Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumptions of Risk, & Indemnity Agreement’ and complete a ‘Medical Questionnaire Form’, prior to the trip departure date. Any trip participant under the age of 19 years will be required to have a legal guardian sign an Indemnity Agreement. To view these documents please visit Terms & Conditions.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
You will be provided with comprehensive information on suggested outdoor clothing for your trip. Your pre-trip information outlines suggested quantities to bring along to make your trip enjoyable for any weather conditions that could be encountered.
- Sun screen (15 UVA rating minimum)
- Sun block for lips, nose, and ears. A good block is highly recommended as UV radiation is intensified from the reflection off the water.
- Hat for protection from sun or rain.
- Rain Gear - just in case.
- Fleece Jacket or Wool Sweater.
- Teva like sandals or old pair of sneakers for paddling.
- Pair of light hikers or sneakers for on shore.
- Change of dry clothing.
- Towel.
- Shorts (preferably quick dry material).
- Long underwear or long leg pants (quick dry material).
- Camera & Film.
- Binoculars for wildlife view
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