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Kayaking Adventures in the Pender Islands, British Columbia, Canada

Both North Pender and South Pender offer terrific kayaking opportunities in fairly well protected waters although there are a number of “dangerous” areas to be avoided in specific conditions and also dependent on your skill level. The Gulf Islands have got some of the most exciting island terrain within Canada and this blended along with the effortless accessibilty tends to make water activities especially popular. Access to the Pender Islands can be either via Tsawwassen near Vancouver on the mainland as well as Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island when coming by ferry. Many people choose to come to the islands by personal boat and both very good anchorage as well as marinas are available. Float plane services are additionally available.

One of our favourite kayak paddles starts off at Hope Bay and makes the crossing to Mayne Island to be able to check out the many islets which dot the area. This particular trip will take you through gorgeous smaller islands while you work your approach out in to the Strait of Georgia. Seals, sea lions and otters are generally seen as well as great blue herons and bald eagles. Other excellent trips via Hope Bay include a visit to the Saturna Island Vineyard on Saturna Island as well as a relaxed paddle south into Port Browning to be able to check out Mortimer Spit and the Pender Canal. Make sure you take note nonetheless that Plumper Sound may change extremely quickly from a novices paddle to an advanced paddle.

Day excursions out of Otter Bay take in very picturesque scenery and usually offer glimpses of seals, otters and herons. An extra reward during the summer months can be the likelihood of seeing orcas from your kayak. Now this is exhilarating!

For the adventuresome over night kayakers there’s great camping at Beaumont on South Pender Island. This gorgeous spot is part of the Gulf Islands National Park and includes 11 campsites. A walk up Mount Norman (244 metres/800 feet) supplies amazing views of the surrounding location. Poets Cove Resort & Spa is a few minutes away in the event that you desire some comfort blended in together with your journey.

Many excellent Gulf Islands books are available regarding the Pender Islands if you wish to visit.

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Kevin Oke is a professional nature and travel photographer with over 30 years experience. When not travelling he writes on his blogs, Nature Travel Photography and The Pender Island Guide.

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