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Custom BC Cruising and Kayak Tours

Create the tour of your dreams!

Want to share a cruise or kayak adventure with family or friends? Charter the Columbia III for a trip that accommodates your group's specific interests. The possibilities are endless: weddings, birthdays, reunions, staff getaways, family oriented tours, specialized tours (painting, photography, etc.) or simply a spectacular holiday to share with a group of friends. Choose from kayaking, cruising, exploring the natural beauty of BC, exploring Canadian first nations and coastal history and relaxing aboard the elegant mothership while being served by hospitable hosts! We offer substantial discounts for whole boat charters. This, plus the fact that we can design an itinerary to suit the wishes of your group, gives you the opportunity for the holiday of your dreams! Call us for more details.

Comments from Charters during our 2011 season:

" Wow! What an amazing trip that you all put together for us! Between the whales (orca, humpbacks, and minke) seals, dolphins, porpoises, intertidal life and birds, the wildlife was unforgettable. As were all the incredible vistas and oh! The meals! We have over 2000 photos documenting this truly magical, inspirational and educational adventure. We also loved the Irish music concert. How cool! Hurray for the kayaking, birthday celebrations and perfect weather! Paddling with dolphins, sea lions, and humpbacks, and lunches with humpbacks too! Post-lunch naps on the rocks in the sunshine… The reference library on the boat was fantastic for looking up the animals we saw, or some First Nations history… and all your extra insight, and the time you took to teach us, especially the kids… They loved it! Thank you, thank you, thank you. "
- Rainey and Segler families, Georgia, USA

" This was so fun! Seeing all the wildlife was great. And the food, Wow! I really enjoyed the books. Everyone was so helpful. The kayaking was blast! The places we went were beautiful! How could you have made this any better?? You couldn’t of!!!! Anyway, thank you for all you have done. This was the best vacation yet. "
- Ashlyn, age 10 Georgia USA

" What a great trip. I will never forget this trip. You all were so friendly and helpful. Thank you for all the great memories. I loved all the wildlife and the kayaking was the best. "
- Elaine, Oklahoma, USA

" Thank you for an amazing trip. It truly is a once in a lifetime adventure. The remoteness and wildlife sightings were awesome. And the meals too! Thank you Captain Luke and Miray, Steve and Chris! "
- Sue and Martyn, Ontario, Canada

" It was a magical week that passed much too swiftly… a week of happiness, laughter and learning. Wonderful images of bears and whales, sunlight bouncing of water, rocks and islands, eagles, turnstones and kingfishers… and layered above that bounty was the immaculate state of the Columbia III, the incredible food that Fern prepared, and the gracious hospitality we were blessed with. Thank you. "
- Phil, Washington, USA

" Ross and Fern,
Thanks for one of the great times of my sixty years. Your care, thoughtfulness, humour, and warm welcome everyday was fantastic! Your willingness to share your knowledge and experience enriched our stay and helped us appreciate this wonderful ship and the environment she lives in. You asked us what we wanted to experience, and you met all our expectations many times over. The guides Steve, and Luke were terrific. And finally, thanks for celebrating my 60th birthday! Affectionately, "
- David. Washington. USA

" Thank you, than you! This trip was far more wonderful than I could have imagined. Not only were the whales, dolphins, sea urchins and other creatures spectacular, the humans hosting us were wonderful. Ross and Fern, your skills and kind manners guided and fed us. Steve and Luke, you were delightful! We felt safe on the water and learned so much. Best wishes, "
- Cindy. Washington USA

" The Columbia III is gorgeous, the scenery and wildlife sightings glorious, and the food was great! But Ross, Fern, Steve and Luke your warmth, kindness and good humour made our trip extraordinary. Thank you especially for Michael’s kayaking birthday cake and Dave’s balloon-filled 60th birthday party. All the best, "
- Carrie, Washington, USA

" Fern, Ross, Steve and Luke, Thank you all for such a great trip. I can’t imagine better hosts, cooks or guides for discovering this beautiful area. "
- Michael. Washtington, USA

" Dear Fern, Ross, Miray and Luke, I find it near impossible to put into words how I feel about the Columbia III family… so I won’t even try! Thank you so very much (again!) for an incredible trip. Love, "
- Pam, B.C. 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, reserved whole boat charter for 2012

Comments from earlier seasons:

" What a wonderful week. Thanks for the memories. We will meet again. Sincerely,"
- Jeanette, BC - Whole boat charter Broughton Archipelago 2010, whole boat charter booked for the Great Bear Rainforest 2012

" My second adventure was as thrilling as my first - I hope for more. As you know, I liked it so much that I wanted to share it with a special group of friends and neighbours. I was so thrilled with your family and your enterprise - I knew ( hoped!) they would be too. Your trip was very special, Thanks so much from all of us. "
- Brian and Kim, Alberta. 2005 and whole-boat charter 2008

" Life provides times of immersion experience, with defining borders. This has been one of those deep wells. Profound clear ocean water with snowy mountains and gem-like island borders.
The deep well of coastal life of eagles, seal lions, seals, whales and of Proctors and Mortons.
Of deep friendship and love enriched by laughter, bordered by time.
Central and enabling, the deep healing experience of our old friend, Columbia III, her skipper and her crew.
Underneath, the throaty grumble of dependable old Gardner.
Ross, Fern, Miray, Luke - heartfelt thanks for all you have given us. "
- Lynn and Peter, BC. 2006 & whole boat charter, 2008

" Dear Ross, Luke, Miray and crew, Thanks for the incredible trip. We all had a great time and enjoyed everything. We will definitely see you all again on your Great Bear Rainforest trip in the future. Thanks. "
- Peter, British Columbia. Whole boat charter with family from Hong Kong, 2008

" Thanks to Fern, Ross, Luke and Miray, we have had another fabulous week on the Columbia III! This has definitely been a phenomenal week with so many sightings; otters, grizzly bears, black bears, deer, all sorts of birds, sea life and whales. Wow!! Looking forward to the next time already! Also, we loved your music and food and the opportunity to meet a great group of new people! All in all, a wonderful time. Thanks! Thanks! Thanks! You are wonderful hosts! "
- Rob and Enneke, British Columbia. 2007, 2008, rebooked whole boat 2009

"Thank you again. We leave as disciples to preach the word about the Great Bear Rainforest. You were generous hosts to our extended family. The trip was all we had hoped for."
- Bob and Joan, Ontario. 2008, and whole boat charter 2009

"Just the heartiest of thanks to all of you for our 3rd wonderful trip on the "Ship of Dreams" It was a wonderful occasion for our family to get together and to share this special week. You are a great team and I love this boat !!!"
- Rob and Enneke, British Columbia. 2007, 2008, and whole boat charter 2009

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