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Go for a boat ride!
The Broughton Archipelago covers a huge area, and there are several locations that are only accessible by paddling for several days, or by making use of our charter boat.
Mothership Tours - We offer boat charters to pretty much everywhere in the archipelago. Bruce is the skipper and tour guide for these trips, offering guests an "insiders" knowledge of the area and history. All of the locations described in our Paddling Routes could be included, as well as the ones below.
 Whale Watching/Robson Bight - Many people associate this area with the legendary Orca Whale. These whales as well as Humpback and Minke whales can be found here. Viewing these magnificent animals is breath-taking, and is one of the memorable experiences that visitors can take home. We often have an opportunity to see whales, dolphins, porpoise, and sea-lions when we travel between Vancouver Island and our lodge, and if you are chartering our boat, we may be able to combine whale watching with your trip to, or from our location.
Village Island - Mamalilaculla is a location used by First Nations for thousands of years, and although now abandoned, demonstrates the uncomfortable transition from a traditional lifestyle, to one of European influence. Totems are in evidence, fallen, and returning to the soil, as are many old buildings, a school-house, and beach-side dock structures. This site exudes history, the impermanence of life, and the transition between old and new lifestyles.
Kayak drop-offs - Owl Island, Mound Island, Outer Islands etc.- Our charter boat is well equipped to haul kayaks, passengers, and their gear. We can carry up to twelve passengers, and up to seven kayaks, two of which could be doubles. We offer drop-offs to anywhere in the Broughton, but due to our boat design do not "run up" onto the beach. Paddling gear can easily be shuttled from our boat to the shore, using the kayaks and our dingy.
Fishing trips - We are not a fishing resort, however we do like to eat seafood, and so offer fishing charters for our guests. We fish primarily for prawns, bottom-fish, and shell-fish. We have an "eat what you catch" policy, and do not permit the freezing or canning of seafood's for guests to take back home.
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