Overview
These islands offer an unparalleled natural history experience and this voyage aboard this sailing ketch will allow you to explore first hand the beauty of the Gwaii Haanas area.
Highlights
- Haida Gwaii (Queen Charlotte Islands)
- 'Old-growth' rainforest
- Natural hotsprings
- Wildlife birds (puffins, bald eagles, auklets)
- Haida villages
- Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve
Haida Gwaii is an outstanding wilderness area, preserving large stands of 'old-growth' rainforest, natural hot springs, and nesting sites for thousands of birds such as puffins, bald eagles, auklets and peregrine falcons. Called the 'Canadian Galapagos', the islands are isolated 60 miles off the coast and have developed unique plants and animals. The southern islands and their incredible diversity of life are now protected and jointly managed by the Haida Nation and Federal Parks Service.
The Haida name for the islands, Gwaii Haanas, translates as 'place of wonder'. During this voyage, you will visit old Haida villages. There are more original standing totem poles remaining here than anywhere else on the coast. The feeling and magic of seeing the totem poles still in the old village site is incredible-completely different than in a museum. You will have the unique opportunity to meet Haida elders during the trip and learn about Haida culture and modern Haida life. The islands are located at the edge of the continental shelf, and the surrounding waters are rich with nutrients and life. It is a wonderful area to discover different species of whales, porpoise, and sea lion breeding rookeries.
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- Trusted Tour Operator
- Local Guides
- Small group
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- International number: +1 778 348 1676
Availability 2026:
9 Days
May 14 – 22, 2026
May 23 – 31, 2026
June 8 – 16, 2026
June 13 – 21, 2026
June 16 – 24, 2026
June 21 – 29, 2026
Price 11,220 CAD/ person
Aboard the Island Solitude
8 days
Jun 25 – Jul 2, 2026
Jul 2 – 9, 2026
Jul 9 – 16, 2026
Jul 16 – 23, 2026
Jul 24 – 31, 2026
Jul 31 – Aug 7, 2026
Aug 7 – 14, 2026
Aug 14 – 21, 2026
Price 9,985 CAD/ person
Aboard the Island Solitude
9 Days
Jun 13 – 21, 2026
Jun 21 – 29, 2026
Jun 30 – Jul 8, 2026
Price 8,975 CAD/ person
Aboard the Island Roamer