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British Columbia is definitely one of the world’s most exciting yacht charter destinations. This area is perfect for the nature enthusiast. There are a variety of different tours for travelers to experience the beautiful landscape and diverse wildlife of the area: kayaking tours, whale watching, dolphin watching, nature trails, bear watching, bird watching, fishing, and so much more. Not only can you explore the coast, there are other popular charter locations very close by. Washington’s San Juan Islands are just to the south, while Alaska Yacht Charters are further north.

Although its name may be misleading, Desolation Sound is a very well known yacht charter destination, and it illustrates the diversity British Columbia is known for. Locations you may see on a Desolation Sound yacht charter are Mystery Reef, Savoy Island, Cortes Island, the amazing 90’ waterfalls of Cassel Lake, Tenedos Bay, Redonda Islands, or any number of hundreds of other areas. Discovery Island is famous for Chinook salmon fishing.

Princess Louisa Inlet is definitely an unforgettable charter experience, many traveler’s have stated that it is their favorite areas of British Columbia. On your way there, be sure to stop by Kipling Cove and see the waterfall that tumbles 1400 feet down a sheer mountainside! When navigating the Malibu Rapids, be sure to travel in only “slack water” because the currents run 9 knots and the channel is narrow and rocky. This is a thrilling journey but some find it tedious and nerve-wracking. This is the tidal entrance to the inlet so it can’t really be avoided, but trust us when we say it’s worth the trouble. When you enter the inlet, you can dock for free behind MacDonald Island for up to 72 hours.

The British Columbia Gulf Islands are virtually innumerable. When you see a map of the area, it looks like the roots from a huge tree have grown into the coast cutting out passageways and creating islands.The Gulf Islands and Victoria offer something for everyone, from the more crowded cities, to small culturally rich villages, to deserted islands with abundant wildlife and untouched splendor. Seeing the cherry blossoms bloom in the springtime as leafy greens emerge is incredible. To see some of the gorgeous perennials in bloom, visit the Buchart Gardens in Victoria. Wallace Island and Jedediah Island usted to be large homesteads but they are now preserved as marine parks and are a favorite anchorage for overnighters.

British Columbia has plenty of opportunities for the travelers among us who like to get up and go while on vacation, but it still caters to those that prefer to relax on the yacht. Kayaking is one of the best activities during a British Columbia yacht charter, and wow is it a workout! Kayakers are able to reach many areas that large ships cannot, like intertidal zones, kelp beds, shoal waters, and small beaches.

Whale watching is an important part of any ecotour. The salmon migration draws the whales in with the promise of rich fatty fish. The migration is something spectacular In and of itself. These fish migrate thousands of miles each year over small falls, up strong rapids against the current, and against al odds to procreate and then die shortly after. The best whale sighting locations are naturally along the salmon’s migratory route like Robson Bight and the Broughton Archipelago. On any day of cruising, you may see Orca whales ecolocating, foraging, blowing, breeching, tail bobbing, or diving around your boat playfully. Pacific white-sided dolphins strive to entertain with aerial acrobatics, surfing bow waves, or trying to get your attention from alongside your yacht.

Bear sightings are also thrilling! You get to marvel at these magnificent creatures on land, playing, swimming, or fishing for salmon for the safety of your yacht. The salmon attracts whales offshore, but you can also see the bears, eagles, wolves, otter, seal, and other carnivores fishing off the mainland. River estuaries are the best for bear watching, often at the head of jade-tinted fiords, amid snowcapped peaks and cascading waterfalls. June and September are the most prevalent bear sightings. Great Bear Rainforest is the largest tract of intact temperate rainforest in the world, and it is home to a plethora of different species of wildlife. This area is most popular for its many species of bear for ecotourists to enjoy.

The Pacific Northwest is one of the most incredible areas of the world, and British Columbia is a shining example of the region’s beauty and charm. From its towering mountain peaks up to 7,000 feet; to huge winding waterfalls, fjords, natural streams, lakes, and pools; to dense foliage and nature trails; to wildlife like sea lions, dolphins, porpoises, Orcas, Grey whales, deer, bald eagles, mountain goats, bears, and others, it is clear that British Columbia has what is takes to amaze even the most seasoned of travelers. The bays, coves, islands, sounds, passageways, etc that you can visit are truly limitless, some say it is very difficult to find the same cove twice. The summer temperatures and tides here are quite comfortable and there is plenty of warm water for swimming and sunshine for lying out, hiking and camping. The warm water also supports the freshest oysters! The weather is warmest during the months of May through September, which is also the charter season. Some travelers compare the climate to the Mediterranean with a dry tolerable summer in the 70s. Also, keep in mind that the daylight hours are much longer here, giving you longer days for exploration.