Adventures with WeGo Kayaking Expeditions  Vancouver Island, BC  Tour Operator
WeGo Kayaking’s expedition locations have been specifically chosen for their captivating wildlife, dazzling wilderness and historical significance. Kayak with orcas from a private floating lodge in the heart of killer whale viewing territory. View the magnificent grey whales as you make your way to relax in the geothermal pools of Hot Springs Cove and much more. WeGo Kayaking is Vancouver Island's premiere all-inclusive kayaking outfitter. Phone: 250-748-5400 Toll free:1-800-434-9346 Web: www.wegokayaking.com  Email: info@wegokayaking.com 

Alaska on the Home Shore  Southeast Alaska  Tour Operator
Eight-day wilderness paddling tours on Alaska’s least traveled passages, amidst whales, glaciers, and bears. Guests choose from three tour routes and set the paddling pace. “Home Shore” is a restored classic wooden mothership with two-person staterooms for six guests and fine cuisine. Fly Alaska Airlines to spectacular, historic, Sitka. Phone: 800-287-7063(01), 907-752-0046 (on board)  Web: www.homeshore.com  Email: info@homeshore.com 

Archipelago Ventures Ltd.  Gwaii Haanas, BC  Tour Operator
Nourish the body, mind and spirit with a six-day wilderness voyage in the “Place Of Wonder”—Gwaii Haanas National Park World Heritage Site, Queen Charlotte Islands. Natural hot springs, fabulous kayaking, ancient Haida village sites, sea birds and marine mammals, wilderness adventure. Web: www.island.net/~archipel/  Email: archipel@island.net 

Bears of Bute  Campbell River, BC  Tour Operator
Tourists are brought from Campbell River aboard the 32-foot “Chinook Spirit” to grizzly bear viewing platforms on the Orford River. The Orford, halfway up Bute, is one of three major salmon-bearing rivers in the inlet and is home to one of Homalco's traditional villages. For more info, phone: 250-923-4979 Web: www.bearsofbute.com 

Bowen Island Sea Kayaking  Bowen Island, BC  Tour Operator
See the moon rise above Hollyburn Mountain from your kayak or enjoy a full day tour to The Pasley Islands, one of Vancouver's best kept secrets. This area is alive with seals, eagles and river otters. 1-800-60-KAYAK. Web: www.bowenislandkayaking.com 

Clayoquot Eco Tours and The Whale Centre  Tofino, BC  Tour Operator
Whale watching, hot springs, bear watching, and bird watching tours available. Covered and open-air vessels. Kayak transport. Local experienced skippers. Maritime Museum, Complete gray whale skeleton, Free admission. 411 Campbell St., Tofino, BC. Phone: 250-725-2132 Toll free: 888-474-2288 Fax: 250-725-2136 Web: www.tofinowhalecentre.com  Email: whales@island.net 

Comox Valley Kayaks  Comox and Campbell River, BC  Tour Operator
Guided day trips from Comox and Campbell River. Paddle while seals follow you around in the jellyfish riddled waters, along the shore that is home to dozens of bald eagles, blue herons, Canada geese, and various ducks. Stop on the beach to visit the sand dollars, purple sea stars, moon snails and sea anemones. 1-888-545-5595. Web: www.comoxvalleykayaks.com 

Denman Hornby Canoes and Kayaks Ltd  Denman Island, BC  Tour Operator
Wildlife viewing with Denman Hornby Canoes and Kayaks Ltd is amazing. March brings the herring spawn, and with this amazing event come the Stellar and Californian sea lions. They are here to stuff themselves on herring before they journey north to their breeding grounds. Seals are here year round and leave their babies perched on offshore rocks to go fishing. Throughout the summer the babies grow at an incredible rate enjoying the fatty, rich milk the mothers produce for them. Eagles are seen perched along the shoreline in “eagle trees” or churning up the water as they swoop down to catch a fish in their talons. Orca whales can be spotted in Lambert Channel between Hornby and Denman Islands. Two summers ago a loan male circled and breached in the middle of Tribune Bay—he was stunning the fish and stuffing himself! Kayak with Denman Hornby Canoes and Kayaks Ltd. to experience the islands’ marine environment. 4005 East Road, Denman Island, BC V0R 1T0. Phone: 1-250-3335-0079 Cell: 1-250-702-0530

EcoCruisingBC  Canoe Cove/Sidney Harbour/Brentwood Bay  Tour Operator
For those who enjoy panorama viewing of coastal scenery and marine life but also appreciate some “creature comfort,” join an ecologist for 1 – 2 hour cruises aboard a 28 ft. glass-dome boat, gunk holing in pristine pockets of islet and fjord wilderness around the Saanich Peninsula. See harbor seals and their pups hauled out in the sun, nesting bald eagles and resident and migrant seabirds on the Wildlife - Islands Tour or listen to sub sea sounds broadcast from a hydrophone, and examine kelp creatures on the Marine Science Expedition. Field guides and binoculars provided. Departures from Canoe Cove, Sidney Harbour and Brentwood Bay. Phone: 250-655-5211 Web: www.bccoast.com  Email: cruises@bccoast.com 

Great Salt Lake Adventures  Syracruse, Utah  Tour Operator
Tours on Great Salt Lake leave from Antelope Island, a sanctuary for people and wildlife. The diverse environment including the 6,596 foot Frary Peak, make excellent habitat for animals such as bison, pronghorn antelope, mule deer, and coyotes. Burrowing owls, peregrine falcon, long-billed curlews, and chucker are a few of the over 250 bird species you may see on the island. The shorelines surrounding the island are host to an amazing number of migratory shore birds. The lake is a critical stop for almost six million birds as they migrate north and south along the Pacific Flyway. 801-710-7167. Web: www.greatsaltlakekayak.com 

Island Adventure Centre (Heriot Bay Inn)  Quadra Island, BC  Tour Operator
The Island Adventure Centre was added to the Heriot Bay Inn in 2004 offering: Orca whale watching tours, grizzly bear expeditions, salmon fishing charters, Tidal rapids and wildlife tours, Fresh- and salt-water fly fishing, the “Ocean’s Bounty” seafood adventure, Guided kayak day-trips, Sunset cruises, kayak and bike rentals. A whole range of outdoor adventures for you and your family. 1-888-605-4545. Web: www.heriotbayinn.com 

Kingfisher Wilderness Adventures  North Vancouver, BC  Tour Operator
British Columbia supports an amazing array of wildlife: orcas, bald eagles, humpback whales, seals and deer to name a few. There is no better way to explore the beauty of the British Columbia coast than up close and personal paddling your kayak and camping in the midst of all this wonder. Kingfisher kayak tours are designed to allow you to experience this remarkable beauty in a safe and responsible fashion. No previous paddling experience is necessary. All the equipment is provided. 1-866-546-4347. Web: www.kingfisher-adventures.com 

Natural West Coast Adventures  Victoria and Lower Mainland  Tour Operator
Natural West Coast Adventures provides wild life viewing tours in the Victoria and Lower Mainland areas. Both locations provide paddlers with opportunities to see a host of mammal, bird and animal species. The base location in White Rock, BC lies on two large tidal bays bordering Washington State. These bays known as Boundary Bay and Semiahmoo Bay are home to migrating gray whales in the spring, harbor seals, eagles, herons and a host of migratory birds. Phone Victoria: 250-391-0331 or White Rock: 604-535-7985 Web: www.kayak.bc.ca 

Nootka Sound Service  Nootka and Kyuquot Sounds, BC  Tour Operator
The M.V. Uchuck III is a 136 foot passenger and freight vessel providing service through historic Nootka Sound, Esperanza and Kyuquot Sound. The schedule provides day and overnight cruises through some of Vancouver Island’s most spectacular scenery. Watch the day-to-day events of a working coastal vessel. Explore the shores and waterways of isolated inlets for a variety of wildlife, including black bears, eagles, sea otters, grey and killer whales. 1-250-283-2515. Web: www.mvuchuck.com 

Ocean Adventures Charter Co. Ltd  Haida Gwaii/Princess Royal Island/Fjordland  Tour Operator
Embark on the 67 ft. “Ocean Light” for an exciting wilderness adventure cruise to Haida Gwaii, Princess Royal Island, Fjordland, or other B.C. destinations. Enjoy grizzly and kermode bear viewing with our professional guide,whale watching, sailing and kayaking. Experience beautiful anchorages, gourmet cuisine and our friendly, professional crew. For full details see Phone: 604-815-8382  Web: www.theoceanlight.com  Email: info@theoceanlight.com 

Orcas Island Eclipse Charters Whale/Wildlife Tours  Orcas Island, WA  Tour Operator
The 56 foot “Orcas Express” departs from next to the Orcas Island ferry dock for daily tours, often seeing Dall and harbor porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles, lots of sea birds and other marine life. A Whale Spotting Service provides coordinates to the area where whales are feeding and information about the pod’s direction of travel. The “Orcas Express” has a heated cabin that seats 46 inside and 22 outside, as well as walk-around lower and upper view decks. Long coats, hats, gloves, extra binoculars and complimentary bottled water are available. Trained naturalists and a hydrophone to listen to the whales add to your experience. Owner/Operators: Denise and Dan Wilk. Web: www.orcasislandwhales.com 

Paradise Found Adventure Tours  Campbell River, BC  Tour Operator
Come face to face with wild salmon in their natural habitat with British Columbia’s fastest growing adventure tour. From mid July to late October snorkel the slow moving waters of the Campbell River with the massive numbers of migrating salmon with Campbell River Snorkel Tours. An experience one will never forget. Phone: 250-923-0848 Toll-free: 1-800-897-2872 Web: www.paradisefound.bc.ca  Email: info@paradisefound.bc.ca 

Porpoise Bay Charters - Dive N' Kayak  Sechelt Inlet, BC  Tour Operator
The spectacular Sechelt Inlet on the Sunshine Coast has never been easier to paddle. Porpoise Bay Charters’ shuttle service (one way or return) allows for greater range of paddling to the numerous remote wilderness marine park campsites. Scuba diving charters, kayak rentals, waterfront accommodation and sight seeing boat tours provide plenty of opportunities to see the wildlife of Sechelt Inlet. Phone: 1-800-665-3483
 Web: www.porpoisebaycharters.com 

Rendezvous Dive Adventures Ltd  Barkley Sound, BC  Tour Operator
Unique setting in Rainy Bay (Barkley Sound) offering diving charters. Full pension accommodation including meals, use of hot tub etc. Includes use of cylinders and weights. Pick up and drop off in Port Alberni or arrival by own means. Non dive partners welcome. Abundant wildlife all year round. Phone toll free: 1-877-777-9994 Web: www.rendezvousdiving.com  Email: info@rendezvousdiving.com 

Sea Quest Adventures Ltd.  Sidney, near Victoria, BC  Tour Operator
Sea Quest Adventures offers kayak rentals and whale watching and sight-seeing tours (sea birds, orcas, and other marine mammals) to tourists and adventure seekers on two boats out of Sidney, near Victoria, BC. Sea Quest’s home port is at the center of one of BC’s orca sighting hot spots, and is close to porpoise and dolphin feeding grounds and to small islands where seals haul out. Onboard naturalists help you appreciate and enjoy wildlife sightings. German, French and Spanish translators are available for group charters. Web: www.seaquestadventures.com Phone: 1-888-656-7599 Web: www.seaquestadventures.com  Email: liz@seaquestadventures.com 

Spirit of the West Adventures  Broughton Archipelago,BC  Tour Operator
This is one of a kind adventure aboard the spacious 95 ft “Songhee.” 10 guests, an expert crew complete with gourmet cook explore deep into the Broughton Archipelago, visiting abandoned First Nation villages and the waters containing the largest concentration of killer whales in North America. After a day of kayaking, relax your muscles in our aft deck hot tub. Enjoy the large staterooms, cedar paneled lounge and plenty of deck space. Phone: 1-800-307-3982 Web: www.kayak-adventures.com 

Stubbs Island Whale Watching  Vancouver Island, BC  Tour Operator
Nature tours to view orca and other marine wildlife in the Johnstone Strait and Blackfish Archipelago area, aboard two 60 ft. vessels departing from Telegraph Cove from May to October. 1-800-665-3066. Web: www.stubbs-island.com 

The Bike, Hike and Paddle Touring Company  BC and Alaska  Tour Operator
Adventure tours by bike, foot and kayak. 250-234-3456 or 250-847-0388.  Web: www.bikehikepaddle.com 

Tla -ook Cultural Adventures  Tofino, BC  Tour Operator
Since 1988 Tofino Expeditions has been producing sea kayaking vacations in Baja, Mexico during the winter and Canada’s British Columbia coast including the Queen Charlotte Islands during the summer. We now offer inn to inn sea kayaking trips on the coast of Norway and mothership supported paddling tours to the high Arctic islands of the Svalbard archipelago. Our vacation expeditions feature kayaking with whales, exceptional wilderness settings and great camp food. 800-677-0877. Web: www.tofino.com 

Tree Island Kayaking  Comox Valley, BC  Tour Operator
Based in the center of Comox Valley, Vancouver Island, Tree Island Kayaking offers full and half day trips on which you will see seals and eagles feasting on salmon right at the river mouth along with blue herons, ducks and kingfishers. On multi-day trips expect orcas, grey whales, otters and so much more! Phone: 1-866-339-1733 or 250-339-0580 Web: www.treeislandkayaking.com  Email: info@treeislandkayaking.com 

Vancouver Whale Watch  Richmond, BC  Tour Operator
Vancouver’s Largest Whale Watching Company. Our trips, taken on open or semi-covered Zodiac style boats are 3 to 5 hours in length and besides the majestic killer whales, you can also see Dall’s porpoises, seals, eagles and other wildlife while traveling through the spectacular Gulf Islands. 210-12240 Second Avenue, Richmond, BC. Phone: 604-274-9565 Web: www.vancouverwhalewatch.com  Email: info@vancouverwhalewatch.com 

Village Island Tours  Sayward, BC  Tour Operator
Village Island Tours offers daily native cultural tours at the famous Village Island site (beach and dock access). See the old totems and big house remains while you are taken on a journey of discovery through Tom Sewid's narration. Campsites, trip planning, transport, grizzly bear watching, whale watching, fishing and Ky-hopping are available. Four cabins and two float houses available for accommodation. Remember, even in these modern days, Indian Guides still exist! Phone: 1-877-282-(TAXI) 8294 On-water: VHF 79-A Web: www.villageisland.com  Email: villageisland@telus.net 

Whale Watch Operators Association Northwest  Pacific Northwest  Tour Operator
The San Juan Islands and southern Vancouver Island provide beautiful scenery, calm water, an abundance of different wildlife and an excellent opportunity to see orca whales in the wild. Killer whales are obviously the highlight of the local whale watching tours but guests have the opportunity to see Transient Orcas, Minke whales, Gray whales, Dall’s and Harbor porpoises, seals, sea lions, bald eagles, many kinds of seabirds, and blacktail deer. The Whale Watch Operator’s Association Northwest is a group of companies dedicated to responsible wildlife viewing. With the help of marine biologists and researchers we have developed a set of guidelines for operating vessels around the orcas and other wildlife, for both commercial and recreational boaters. Web: www.wwoanw.org  Email: info@nwwhalewatchers.org 

Zeballos Expeditions  Zeballos, BC  Tour Operator
Zeballos Expeditions brings year round wildlife viewing opportunities from their vessel, from kayaks (bring your own or rentals available) and even from the dining room deck. Bears, wolves, deer and sometimes cougars are seen, usually at low tide, along the shores of Esperanza Inlet and Nootka Sound. Local waters are inhabited by sea otters, gray whales, orcas, humpbacks, elephant seals, sea lions and porpoises. Kayak rentals, transport and tours, and riverside accommodation. Phone: 866-222-2235 or 250-761-4137 Web: www.zeballoskayaks.com  Email: kayaks@telus.net 

Blue Vista Resort and Sea Kayaking  Mayne Island, BC  Accommodation
For some of the best wildlife viewing in the Gulf Islands, visit beautiful Mayne Island and the Gulf Island National Park. Uniquely situated, Mayne Island is home to wide range of wildlife year round. Orca, bald eagles, harbour seals, sea lions and much more. We offer accommodation, tours and rentals. Phone: 1-877-535-2424 Web: www.bluevistaresort.com 

Cairns Bay B & B  Sunshine Coast, BC  Accommodation
Centrally located on the Sunshine Coast, our esplanade waterfront B&B is perfect for those interested in coastal kayaking. Kayak rentals are available weather permitting, or bring your own and paddle around the Trail Islands. You can follow the coastline north west to Sargeant Bay Marine Park and through Welcome Pass into Smugglers Cove. Experience the beauty of the coast and sea life close up. Relax on the neighborhood beach only steps away, fringed with arbutus, wild roses, salal and sun bleached driftwood. Listen to the waves roll over the pebbles and watch for the eagles, seals and deer that frequent the area. Swim in Cairns Bay and at low tide see star fish and tiny crabs in the rocky pools spotted with small barnacles and mussels. 5527 Hill Road, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A8. Phone: 1-604-885-8896 Web: www.cairnsbay.com  Email: vclarke@telus.net 

Coast Mountain & Discovery Islands Kayaking Lodges  Quadra & Read Islands, BC  Accommodation
Kayaking lodges for kayak trips and wilderness adventures near Vancouver Island, BC. Coast Mountain Expeditions has two remote eco lodges offering B&B hostel accommodation, kayaking day trips and sea kayak rentals. 250-285-2823. Web: www.coastmountainexpeditions.com 

Hemlock House  Swanson Island, BC  Accommodation
The Hemlock House is a comfortable, well appointed coastal heritage building featuring three double occupancy rooms. A downstairs lounge overlooks Blackfish Sound, and houses local First Nations art, a wood burning fireplace, plush seating for all guests and a library of local interest books and novels. Outside are extensive decks from which to enjoy the inspiring setting, an ever growing trail system and Blackstone Beach for landing kayaks. 1-866-392-8377. Web: www.hemlockhouse.ca 

Inn of the Sea  Vancouver Island, BC  Accommodation
Let the natural splendor of the scenery inspire you. Feast your eyes on the regal trees of the rainforest. Gaze out over the sea and watch the unmatched colors of a dramatic sunset (or sunrise!) Just 90 minutes from Victoria and 20 minutes from Nanaimo, the Inn of the Sea is set on 3.5 acres of picturesque waterfront on Vancouver Island overlooking British Columbia’s pristine Gulf Islands. Enjoy fully equipped one and two bedroom vacation accommodation in a natural paradise. Beach walking, paddling or simply lounging beside the pool or on your balcony will provide opportunities to see eagles, seals, intertidal life, deer and raccoons. Phone:1-877-384-3456 Web: www.innoftheseavacations.com  Email: information@innoftheseavacations.com 

Moutcha Bay Marina, RV Park and Campground  Nootka Sound, BC  Accommodation
Moutcha Bay is a fishing, camping, kayaking and boating gateway to magnificent Nootka Sound off the west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Strategically located at the head of Tlupana Inlet and providing easy access by boat to salmon fishing and marine eco adventures on the westcoast of BC in Nootka Sound. 250-923-2908.  Web: www.moutchabay.com 

Vargas Island Inn  Clayoquot Sound, BC  Accommodation
The Vargas Island Inn is located in the heart of spectacular Clayoquot Sound on Vargas Island, 5 km northwest of Tofino, approximately 20 minutes by boat. On the beach front facing east towards Meares Island and the snow capped mountains of Strathcona Park, the Inn marks the east end of the historic telegraph and life saving trail for survivors of shipwrecks, which crosses the island to white sand open beaches. Phone: 250-725-3309.

Whalebone Log Cabins  Gabriola Island, BC  Accommodation
Two beautiful Log cabins have just been completed this year and await your arrival. The Whaletail and Orca Cabins are situated on 20 acres of park-like setting with walking trails through the forest. (250) 247-9753. Web: www.hightestdive.com