The Inside Passage stretches from Vancouver Island to Prince Rupert in Northern BC, through the protected waters of British Columbia’s Central and Northern Coastline. The Inside Passage is known for its relatively calm waters, mainly protected by a group of islands on the west of the 300-plus mile waterway. This makes the perfect route for a small vessel expedition cruise.
Twice a year, the High Seas Drifter, a historic 64-foot mothership, travels through the Inside Passage and the Great Bear Rainforest. In May, the northbound route starts in Campbell River on Vancouver Island and ends in the Hartley Bay area south of Kitimat, BC. Then the ship returns to Campbell River in September. The cruise is completed in 6 days at a leisurely pace, so you have time to experience the Pacific coastal environments that are teeming with marine life, fjords, inlets, historic coastal villages, and First Nations culture – you will get an intimate look at the Inside Passage.
The Drifter gives your guides the opportunity to offer an expedition cruise for an intimate group of 2-6 guests, allowing you to get up close and personal with the Inside Passage and the Great Bear Rainforest of British Columbia. Generally, you will cruise for half days, weather-depending, and then go exploring in the afternoons on kayaks or on one of the crew boats. Evenings are spent in protected areas at anchor while we dine and socialize on the Drifter. This is small-group adventure travel at its best.
Your coastal cruise adventure will be centered around the Transport Canada-approved 64’ Mothership, the High Seas Drifter, a historic vessel on the BC Coast. She is a step into the past, but with all the modern amenities, you need to be comfortable on your trip.
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Prices (2023):
6-Day Trip:
$3250 / person
All prices are per person, in CAD.
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Built during the Golden Era of West Coast shipbuilding, the High Seas Drifter mothership retains her classic nautical history with all the modern amenities to ensure your safety and comfort. Staying on the Drifter will be the highlight of your trip (when you’re not catching fish!). She sleeps 12 and is equipped with 2 double staterooms, 1 single estate room, 1 forward stateroom with 4 single bunks, and another 2 bunks along a companionway area. There are 2 shared bathrooms complete with showers, a sink and heads (toilets), a commercial-grade galley, a freshwater maker, laundry facilities, a drying room, and a beautiful salon for relaxing and evening entertainment.
For the northbound tour (May), you will depart from the Discovery Marina in Campbell River and arrive in Kitimat after the 6-day cruise. Campbell River has a regional airport with daily service to Vancouver. Terrace’s regional airport is located 60km north of Kitimat and has regular service and connections to Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta, as well as Vancouver and Prince George, BC.
For the southbound tour (September), you will depart from Kitimat. There are several options to get to Kitimat. The nearest airport is at Terrace, about 60km north of Kitimat. Terrace’s regional airport has regular service and connections to Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta, as well as Vancouver and Prince George, BC. You should arrive in Terrace or Kitimat the day before your trip starts, as the departure on your first day is very early in the morning. You will arrive at the main marina in Campbell River after the 6-day cruise. Campbell River has a regional airport with daily service to Vancouver. The airport at nearby Comox also has daily service to Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.
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A non-refundable deposit of 50% is required to secure your reservation. Balance is due 60 days prior to the start of your trip.
