Both North Pender Island and South Pender Island present superb kayaking possibilities in reasonably well protected waters although there are a number of “dangerous” locations to be avoided in specific situations and based on your skill level. The Gulf Islands have some of the most interesting island terrain in Canada and this blended along with the effortless accessibilty makes water sports particularily popular. Accessibility to the Pender Islands can be either coming from Tsawwassen close to Vancouver on the mainland or Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island when arriving by ferry. Numerous individuals choose to come to the islands by personal boat and both excellent anchorage and also private marinas are accessible. Float plane service is also available.
One of our favorite kayak paddles starts at Hope Bay on North Pender Islands and makes the crossing to Mayne Island to be able to examine the numerous islets which dot the region. This particular journey takes you through gorgeous smaller islands while you work your way out into the Strait of Georgia. Seals, sea lions and otters are often observed as well as herons and eagles. Some other excellent trips from Hope Bay involve a visit to the winery on Saturna Island as well as a relaxed paddle south into Port Browning to visit Mortimer Spit as well as the Pender Canal. Make sure you take note however that Plumper Sound may change extremely quickly from a novices paddle to an intermediate paddle.
Day trips out of Otter Bay take in very picturesque scenery and typically supply glimpses of seals, herons and eagles. An additional bonus throughout the summer months is the chance of viewing killer whales from your own kayak. Now this is exhilarating!
For the adventuresome overnight kayakers there’s excellent camping at Beaumont located on South Pender. This stunning spot is part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada and features eleven campsites. A hike up Mt. Norman (244 metres/800 ft) provides outstanding views of the surrounding location. Poets Cove Resort and Spa is a couple of minutes away in the event that you require some comfort mixed in together with your trip.
Numerous excellent Gulf Islands books are available regarding the North and South Pender Islands if you wish to visit.
Both North Pender Island and South Pender Island present superb kayaking possibilities in reasonably well protected waters although there are a number of “dangerous” locations to be avoided in specific situations and based on your skill level. The Gulf Islands have some of the most interesting island terrain in Canada and this blended along with the effortless accessibilty makes water sports particularily popular. Accessibility to the Pender Islands can be either coming from Tsawwassen close to Vancouver on the mainland or Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island when arriving by ferry. Numerous individuals choose to come to the islands by personal boat and both excellent anchorage and also private marinas are accessible. Float plane service is also available.
One of our favorite kayak paddles starts at Hope Bay on North Pender Islands and makes the crossing to Mayne Island to be able to examine the numerous islets which dot the region. This particular journey takes you through gorgeous smaller islands while you work your way out into the Strait of Georgia. Seals, sea lions and otters are often observed as well as herons and eagles. Some other excellent trips from Hope Bay involve a visit to the winery on Saturna Island as well as a relaxed paddle south into Port Browning to visit Mortimer Spit as well as the Pender Canal. Make sure you take note however that Plumper Sound may change extremely quickly from a novices paddle to an intermediate paddle.
Day trips out of Otter Bay take in very picturesque scenery and typically supply glimpses of seals, herons and eagles. An additional bonus throughout the summer months is the chance of viewing killer whales from your own kayak. Now this is exhilarating!
For the adventuresome overnight kayakers there’s excellent camping at Beaumont located on South Pender. This stunning spot is part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada and features eleven campsites. A hike up Mt. Norman (244 metres/800 ft) provides outstanding views of the surrounding location. Poets Cove Resort and Spa is a couple of minutes away in the event that you require some comfort mixed in together with your trip.
Numerous excellent Gulf Islands books are available regarding the North and South Pender Islands if you wish to visit.