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North Vancouver Island

Sep 09-16, 2023

8 days | Canada | alumni UBC Travel Club

Study Leader Pamela Duynstee recently hosted a webinar titled, "A Cultural Journey to the Remote Corners of Vancouver Island". Click here to watch the recording (24 min. + Q&A)

Journey to the wildest reaches of British Columbia on this tour exclusively designed for alumni UBC and open to all. Exclusive presentations by cultural interpreters enrich your journey as you explore, learn, and connect in the lush nature and rich cultures of North Vancouver Island.

Stroll the boardwalks of Telegraph Cove, a former cannery village in a snug little bay that is one of the last boardwalk settlements on Vancouver Island. Embark on a kayak excursion in the hands of expert guides, paddling through ocean coves and channels on the look out for orcas, sea lions, and other wildlife. Join local guides in search of grizzly bears learning the ancient stories behind the scenery and the sustainable approach to wildlife viewing. Hike to the shores of Cape Scott Provincial Park to discover the picturesque beaches and sea stacks. Experience the living culture of the ‘Namgis First Nation of the Kwakwak’wakw in the village of Alert Bay.

Enjoy freshly caught salmon at our beachside BBQ. This innovative itinerary takes you to a part of Canada that will inspire and energize you!

Interested in outdoor adventure, wildlife, and indigenous culture and history? This trip is for you.
 
 
 

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Tour Cost (per person):
C$6645 + 5% GST
Group Size:
12 - 16 participants

What’s included: Accommodation based on double occupancy; most meals; local transportation; all activities and entrance fees; services of specialized guides; gratuities for escort, local guides, drivers, hotel, and group meals; applicable taxes; fully escorted

Itinerary at a Glance

DayActivity
1Meet in Campbell River
2Old growth forest hiking, Telegraph Cove village, local seafood dinner
3Sea kayaking (or hiking) excursion to look for whales, dolphins, and eagles
4Travel by ferry to Alert Bay, home to the 'Mangis First Nation of the Kwakwak'wakw
5U’Mista Cultural Centre and explore the eerie charm of the Ecological Gardens
6Full day of Grizzly Bear viewing with First Nations guides
7Visit the gallery of renowned totem pole artist Calvin Hunt, explore Port Hardy
8Cape Scott Provincial Park and traditional land of Tlatlasikwala First Nations
9Explore the totems and big houses of Port Hardy, depart Campbell River
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Your Tour Leader

Pamela Duynstee has been exploring the remote reaches of B.C. since 2016 as a guide and professional in sustainable tourism. With an MSc in Tourism and International Development, she is dedicated to supporting responsible tourism development in small and rural communities on northern Vancouver Island and across BC.

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alumni UBC Travel Club Alumni Expeditions Active & Walking
Tour Cost (per person):
C$6645 + 5% GST
Group Size:
12 - 16 participants

What’s included: Accommodation based on double occupancy; most meals; local transportation; all activities and entrance fees; services of specialized guides; gratuities for escort, local guides, drivers, hotel, and group meals; applicable taxes; fully escorted

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