Kayak into the wild

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Tour - 13 days

Stay on the beautiful Vancouver Island in Canada, with a range of options. Grab that kayak and experience the magic of the island.

Discover the splendor of Vancouver Island during an unforgettable stay, complete with adventurous kayak rides. Paddle along the scenic coast, explore hidden coves, and completely unwind on the water.

Seals, waterfowl and crystal clear water, that's all you need. Discover the stunning nature and tranquil rhythm of the island, with opportunities to explore local culture and charming villages. This stay offers a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation in one of the most beautiful corners of Canada.

This multi-day kayaking adventure represents the ultimate nature experience. Escape the crowds and enjoy the peace and quiet in a secluded camp, deep in the unspoiled landscape. Swap your car for a sea kayak and paddle across the Johnstone Strait, as the orcas, whales, and bald eagles surround you. In the evening, you will gather around the campfire, while staying in a comfortable tent on stilts. This adventure will also take you to the breathtaking Pacific Rim and Strathcona parks and the green city of Vancouver. Experience the real Canada in its purest form!

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Highlights of this tour

Kayak in Vancouver

Learn to kayak in vibrant Vancouver, where you'll hone your technique and familiarize yourself with the basics. Get ready for an adventurous exploration of the breathtaking Johnstone Strait.

Kayak among the bears

Watch black bears as they collect shells on the beaches at low tide. This unique natural phenomenon offers a rare opportunity to observe these majestic animals in their natural environment.

Kayak in Telegraph Cove

Telegraph Cove on Vancouver Island is a beautiful village surrounded by forests and the Johnstone Strait. In your kayak you take a unique look at the coastline.

Day-to-day program

What's included?
  • 12 nights in standard hotels

  • Ferry Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo

  • Ferry Campbell River to Quadra Island roundtrip

  • Ferry Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay

  • Kayak A Coffee (Single Kayak) – Vancouver Dag 2

  • Kayak day tour Tofino dag 4

  • Half-day kayak trip Telegraph Cove dag 9

  • Your personalized roadbook (day-to-day program)

Not included
  • Your international flights and rental car

  • Excursions unless otherwise stated, beverages, meals, gratuities and personal expenses

Travel Documents
  • All Belgian nationals travelling on a Belgian passport (children and babies included) must be in possession of an international e-passport (electronic) containing min. 2 blank pages, valid for at least 1 day after their return home. All travellers to Canada must purchase an eTA or electronic Travel Authorisation online via the official website cic.gc.ca/english/visit/index.asp prior to entering Canadian territory via its airports. Price: 7 CAD or +/- 5 Euros. Your eTA is valid for 5 years and linked to your passport number. This implies that as soon as your passport expires, so does your eTA.

  • To save time at Customs and Immigration in Canada, you can download the CanBorder eDeclaration app before your arrival. You will then receive a QR-code that remains valid for 24 hours. Thanks to the scanning of the QR code, you do not have to re-enter your data on the screen at the Customs counters. You can download via the Apple Store app or Google Play app.

  • Please note: A credit card is required upon check-in at the hotels and also when renting a car. All cross-border travellers with the USA must on top be in possession of an international passport and an ESTA. The digital passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the set date of your return flight. The electronic travel authorization must be purchased online by means of a personal credit card via the official link https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/ (14 USD on 20JAN2015). Your ESTA is valid for max. 2 years. Should your international passport expire within that period, so does your ESTA as it is linked to your passport number. We strongly recommend you to print out the Esta- or Eta permit and to have it on you while you travel to avoid problems.

  • Travellers with a non-Belgian nationality and / or travellers travelling on a foreign passport are invited to spontaneously report this matter to the Connections travel consultant and shall contact their respective embassy (s) or Consulate (ate) to obtain the latest updates concerning all current travel requirements and documents.

Insurances

Have a safe and carefree trip: travel fully insured with our Protections travel insurance! Our Protections insurance policies offer various formulas in order to offer you the widest possible cover (with even a fly-on-time, natural catastrophes and epidemics) for both single journeys or for the entire year. We guarantee you the best protection at the best price.

Tailored travel

The tours in our brochures are just a few examples of travel itineraries possible. Our trips can be tailored to suit your specific needs. If you want to book a specific destination or combine it with a mini-tour then we will gladly make you a tailor-made offer. For a personalised day-by-day program please contact our destination experts.

Would you like to travel in a group; with your entire family, friends or colleagues? (min. 10 people required). Put our know-how to the test and send us your details and wishes. We will gladly turn the blueprints of your trip into a detailed quote and a lasting memory for you to cherish. Contact our Connections’ Group Service by e-mail at groups@connections.be or by telephone on +32 (0)2 550 01 65. We would love to hear from you.

Health

No mandatory vaccinations. To verify the latest updates on health requirements, please surf to https://www.itg.be

Time zones
  • In The East (Quebec City, Montreal, Toronto, Ottawa): - 6 h.

  • Alberta (Banff, Jasper, Calgary): - 8 h.

  • British Colombia (Vancouver, Victoria, Kamloops): - 9 h.

Payments methods

A personal credit card is required upon check-in at the hotels and also when renting a car. Credit cards are very convenient and widely accepted and ATMs are readily available.

Climate

The climate is comparable to ours. In spring, days are nice and nights are fresh. In summer temperatures can reach peaks, especially in the East. In the West, there is more chance of precipitation and it is cooler than in the East. On the coast and around the lakes it is usually a lot cooler.

Please request a price quote for a personalized quotation.
The mentioned as from price is per person sharing based on double occupancy.

  • Low season from € 1639 p.p.

  • High season from € 2459 p.p.

A tailor-made quote?

Wish a detailed tailor-made quote? We gladly assist you with your travel plans, thus prepare your ideal tailor-made trip and calculate a detailed price proposal in no time. No hidden costs and entirely to your liking.

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Need more info, assistance to tailor your trip or the latest tips by our experienced Travel Designers? Pop in at one of our travel shops or make an appointment now. We will be delighted to set aside time for your travel plans.

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