Make sure you read through our main Cruising Adventures page here so you have a sense of what our trips are like. Day 9: Smuggler’s Cove to Plumper Cove, Keats Island. Our family has spent summers at Desolation Sound for two decades now. Ha'thayim (Von Dunop) Marine Provincial Park in the Discovery Islands, with its long, narrow sheltered inlet, is a popular anchorage for charter yachts. Considered by sailors as one of the most beautiful sailboat cruising areas in the world due to the snow topped mountains, spectacular fjords, and wildlife; Desolation Sound Provincial Marine Park has earned the name of Canada’s Premier Sailing Playground. Relative to the surrounding area, Desolation Sound Marine Park is actually quite small. Unmarked rocks extend from this island in several places. Prideaux Haven is known as one of the most scenically outstanding anchorages anywhere. Clams and oysters abound. 4. The well-stocked General Store provides ample extras for those sailing trips to Desolation Sound and beyond. Protected anchorages are difficult to find, with the west side of Brem Bay considered to be the best anchorage in Toba Inlet. 9 nights accommodation with food and drink from lunch the first day to lunch the last day, with the exception of one dinner that we will enjoy at a restaurant on shore. Call VHF 66A for slip assignment. Always, always, drive it like you stole it Here you can anchor and walk a trail which leads up to Unwin Lake.
It is perfectly acceptable to regress every once in a while, so we'll sail away from the bright lights of Powell River, down the Malaspina Strait and sneak into Smuggler's Cove. After anchoring in the secure and compact little cove, sailors can take their dinghy and explore the undeveloped shoreline, hike the trails and look for ancient native pictographs on the rock cliffs at Doctor Bay. Please check the required and recommended items listed for live-aboard sailing, as well as reviewing the section on what to expect life to be like on board. #learntosail #saileverywhere #driveitlikeyoustoleit #ryatraining #seatoskystyle #beautifulbc #cruisinglife #gulfislands #georgiastrait #escapeartist #pnwadventures #Paragon, Sea to Sky Sailing, 5750 Eagle Harbour Rd, West Vancouver, BC, V7W 1P5, Canada. Get the latest arrivals and offers by email. Desolation Sound was first inhabited by the Salish people prior to European arrival.

We can have the option to pay a visit to the village of Gibsons or to explore ashore on Keats Island to finish off our last full day on board. Our Desolation Sound Cruise starts and ends at our home port in West Vancouver, accessible by car, public transit and bicycle. Tenedos Bay is known as the "Deep Bay" and caution must be exercised in setting anchor here as depths can reach over 300 feet in the central bay. The Inlet at the entrance of Theodosia is often used as a picnic area and there are flat areas suitable for camping. Anchor your sailboat or motorboat and enjoy hiking on shore or swim in one of the many warm fresh water mountain lakes.

Leaving normal life behind and heading into the wilderness is one of the greatest pleasures of sailing trips, and Desolation Sound delivers escapism aplenty. Follow the trail at the northern end of the harbour to a small, peaceful, freshwater lake created by beavers. Come see why Desolation Sound is truly a world class cruising destination.

We pride ourselves in being the. Caution must be exercised in the central part of the bay, because there are two dangerously drying rocks.

(250)935-0180 You can purchase supplies at the Squirrel Cove General Store.

It is well-known for its bath temperature swimming water and protected anchorages. Prideaux Haven is a large protected anchorage surrounded by towering peaks offering breathtaking vistas.

Teakerne Arm Provincial Marine Park has a dinghy landing dock and is a perfect area to include in your sailboat charter vacation. 10 days of sailing the beautiful waters of Desolation Sound and the Sunshine Coast starting and ending in West Vancouver. Quadra Island Heriot Bay has a Government Dock which will accommodate charter yachts. There is a liquor store (cold beer available), directly at the marina. There are 11 designated campgrounds throughout Desolation Sound, the Copeland Islands and Malaspina Provincial Marine Parks. We'll refuel and resupply in Lund before hopping over to Midway Cove to anchor for the night. It's also exposed to north easterly winds. 5.

Join our Mailing List. The Flood and Ebb tides meet in Desolation Sound coming north from the bottom of Vancouver Island and south from the top of the Island. There is access to fresh water, a small store that carries ice, ice cream, fishing tackle and a few convenience items and shower facilities that have been called "The best shower in the world" by some boating guests.

#101-9776 Fourth Street Sidney, BC Canada V8L 2Z1. The one near the centre dries three feet and the one farther in dries 12 feet.

10 days of sailing the beautiful waters of Desolation Sound and the Sunshine Coast starting and ending in West Vancouver.

In addition, four guest rooms are available for those with crew changes or needing additional sleeping space. Manson's Landing has a good sailboat anchorage to the north of the long public dock however the entire area is exposed to the south. With walking trails and many nooks and crannies to explore within the cove itself, Smuggler's is the perfect first stop to immerse yourself in BC's beautiful west coast. There is a water taxi to and from Lund (604) 483-9749. Located on the northwestern tip of Cortes Island, the inlet can be entered from northern Sutil Channel.

Our main office is in Victoria/Sidney BC and our satellite office is in Comox/Courtney BC which provides easy access to Desolation Sound.
The warm waters of this area make it a perfect spot for swimming and water skiing. The marina also offers a shuttle service to the Town Centre Mall during July and August. Sailors can monitor VHF Channel 66A for docking information. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. Channels radiate like veins from the heart of the sound, giving way to hidden harbours and secluded islands ready to be explored.

creature: the beaver.

A small cove at the lower end of the bay, along with two tiny nooks for one or two boats can be found behind Madge Island at its northern end. These three parks are grouped together for the backcountry registration system and described as Desolation Sound Parks.

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5% GST is added at checkout for Canadian customers. Sail across an inland sea, the Strait of Georgia, travelling from the Discovery Islands into Desolation Sound.

And we're IN! You are responsible for your own costs on shore. Wrenching ourselves out of the tranquility of Desolation Sound, we begin our trip back towards civilization. We'll set sail to make some progress up the Sunshine Coast towards Desolation Sound, with the chance to enjoy a stop over in Blind Bay. Caution should be exercised when entering the area and the reef in the center of the channel should be kept to the port. Considered by sailors as one of the most beautiful sailboat cruising areas in the world due to the snow topped mountains, spectacular fjords, and wildlife; Desolation Sound Provincial Marine Park has earned the name of Canada’s Premier Sailing Playground. There is also Gorge Harbour Marina which has all amenities for charter yachts including 15- and 30-amp power connections, water, newly renovated bathrooms with coin-operated showers and laundry facilities. Most charter boats anchor in the bay immediately to the west of the falls, with plenty of anchor rode out in the deep bay and a stern line fastened ashore.

The shock of setting foot in a bustling town will be eased by the first possibility of on shore showers in several days!

Bidding the beavers goodbye, we'll sail down to the tip of the Sunshine coast and spend the evening in peaceful Plumper Cove on Keats Island.

Vancouver Island Yacht Charters info@nanaimoyachtcharters.com Toll Free: 1.877.754.8601 1.250.754.8601 It waits menacingly out in mid-channel, unmarked, and only a few feet under water at high tide. 9 nights accommodation with food and drink from lunch the first day to lunch the last day, with the exception of one dinner that we will enjoy at a restaurant on shore.

Teakerne Arm Provincial Marine Park is a beautiful 128-hectare area off Lewis Channel on the west side of West Redonda Island in Desolation Sound, BC. Other good anchorage spots can also be found throughout Theodosia Inlet.

Visits to eclectic coastal hamlets. Entrance to Prideaux Haven is from Homfray Channel to the east of Eveleigh Island. The passage separating Otter Island from the mainland, although extremely narrow, is deep enough for most small craft to safely navigate.

3. You are responsible for your own costs on shore. Sailors seeking the tranquility and scenic wonders of Toba Inlet may have difficulty anchoring in the deep waters of the fjord.

Terms & Conditions Cancellation Policy Privacy Policy, Our latest #CompetentCrew and #DaySkipper training delivered all our favourite lessons in 0-30kts of wind: One of the deepest sounds in North America and flanked by towering mountains, the scenery on today's sail is breathtaking. 10 Days of exploring BC's coastal wilderness by sail. Savary Island Dazzling sunlight, glorious sunsets, and moonlit nights on sandy beaches all combine to bring the glamour of the tropics to Savary Island, a paradise island in British Columbia's Strait of Georgia. The provincial marine park, is about a 2-day sail from Vancouver or a full day of road and ferry travel to the closest mainland departure point of Okeover. Follow the hiking trails to Cassel Lake, perfect for a picnic and a swim in one of the best swimming spots in Desolation Sound, BC. Sailors can sometimes secure permission to tie up to a logging barge near the Tahumming River. Walking the trail blazed by two early 1900s homesteaders, it's easy to get inspired by the thought of the challenge and adventure that would have been every day life living in this remote area a century ago.

Setting sail on a Desolation Sound Adventure Back to video Memories of my first cruise to Desolation Sound exactly 16 years ago came back.

Theodosia Inlet is almost like a lagoon as the shallow entrance channel inhibits the entrance of salt water but also permits freshwater outflow from the Theodosia River.

Let our professional and personable staff take care of the rest. After a relaxing day in Prideaux Haven, we'll stretch our metaphorical legs and cruise up the spectacular Homfray Channel.

Please contact us for this pricing. The day use area is situated on a traditional Sliammon First Nations archaeological site. Galley Bay offers good anchorage in the western most nook, or behind the island in the eastern part of the bay. Favour the Otter Island Shore.

Explore rainforest trails to stunning views and secret; Dip into the ocean on a sunny day.

A bossy power stance is the key to success Galley Bay and Isabel Bay provide anchorage for cruising boats.

The current runs quite quickly through the narrow twisting channel which opens up inside Theodosia Inlet. Sky Pilot Rock, one of the most dangerous hazards in the area, is located north of Otter Island. Fresh water, ice, coin laundry, showers, washrooms, and telephone are available.

Powell River Beach Gardens Marina accommodates transient and permanent moorage.

There are however many small coves and crannies shallow enough for small charter yachts to find anchorage.

Mink Island is private property, however it provides one of the most popular anchorages in Desolation Sound. It is equally well-known as one of the busiest anchorages in Desolation Sound. The stunning deep water sound offers countless hidden anchorages, plenty of wildlife, and in the summer is known for having the warmest water north of Mexico! An old orchard is a landmark.

As you will see, however, there is a tremendous vertical rise and fall, up to … The park features features forested uplands and the amazing 30-metre high Cassel Falls.