Derived from a specialized Inuit hunting vessel, the modern sea kayak is light, strong, stable, and easy to operate. Originally designed for the high arctic, the single or double kayak has become the preferred boating method for individuals who wish to travel on the water with minimal environmental impact. It’s shallow draft and maneuverability allow it to navigate where other vessels cannot go, and pass almost silently among the creatures who share the earth and ocean with us.

Nowhere are these attributes better illustrated than during a guided Spirit of the West sea kayaking adventure tour on the coast of Vancouver Island.

What sets us apart from other tour operators?
Probably the most significant fact is we live here. Our guides know every inch of the coast because for the most part, they've grown up on the local waters, and spent summers and winters scouting campsites, studying tides, upgrading their leadership, kayaking and outdoor skills, and learning coastal lore. This knowledge is yours to share.

Our Company
We have built a well deserved reputation for delivering quality and satisfaction by taking care of guest's needs first, listening to their desires, comments and suggestions, and building our different trips to please a variety of paddling requirements. We have 4 basic trip styles to keep you happy, with variable lengths to suit your time commitments. Each has been developed over the years based on feedback from our guests and guides.