Saturna Island kayak tours
Kelp Reef Adventures of Victoria, BC just announced their expansion to Saturna Island in the southern gulf islands chain. Formally known as Saturna Sea Kayaking, original owners Robert and Beverly Bruce have operated kayak tours and rentals from Boot Cove for approximately 20 years. Kelp Reef Adventures: Saturna Island can now be found at the government dock, next door to the BC Ferry terminal. As Bob and Bev before them, new owners Brad Armstrong and Katharine Palmer will continue to operate kayak tours with accommodation packages.
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Choices vary between a private waterfront cabin at East Point Resort or being pampered at the Saturna Lodge in Boot Cove.  They have plans to hold kayak training retreats on Saturna Island and offer both intermediate and advanced kayak courses with certifications from Paddle Canada. |
ONE OF THE SOUTHERN GULF ISLANDS, SATURNA BOASTS A MEDITERRANEAN-LIKE CLIMATE Saturna Island is located at the southern end of the Gulf Island chain between Vancouver and Vancouver Island and is easily accessible by BC Ferries. Saturna has a charming rural character with a year round population of several hundred residents. A unique eco-system, Saturna is rich with ecologically diverse plants and sea-life; including Garry oaks, wild lilies, thick kelp beds and Orca whales. It’s natural beauty is protected by the largest National Park Reserve of all the Southern Gulf Islands. Saturna Island is a mecca for kayakers and outdoor enthusiasts. Paddling its shores reveal numerous coves, reefs and islets where Seals and Sea Lions haul out. Sea Lions are often seen resting on the rocks of Boiling Reef at East Point Park. Watch for River Otters, Mink, Oyster Catchers and look up to see Bald Eagles or Peregrin Falcons. Just 600 meters across from the park lies Tumbo Island and Cabbage Island, tucked into the top of Tumbo Island on the north side of Saturna Island. Saturna has many short trails to small beaches, reefs, and viewpoints. Don’t miss the view from the top of Monarch Head. It is an easy climb from the end of Narvaez Bay Road. Bring your binoculars and look out for resident orca in Boundary Pass between Saturna and South Pender Island. Drive up the winding road to the top of Mount Warburton Pike and hike along Brown’s Ridge. There are ferrel goats grazing on the slopes below. Or for more adventure there is a rough hike from the end of Trueworthy Road that leads all the way out to Taylor Point. From there the seal colony of Java Rocks is visible and beyond are the weather worn sandstone cliffs of Monarch Head. Top Five to do on Saturna Island
Guided Tours $25/hour per person Kayak Rentals Singles $15/hour $50.00/6 hrs. $70.00/24 hrs. Doubles $25/hour $70/6 hrs $100/24 hrs. We are convieniently located next to the ferry terminal and can launch from the government dock. |
SATURNA LODGE
THE VINEYARD
EAST POINT RESORT
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A crushed shell island with trees for shade, Cabbage is accessible by water only. There are five campsites, sandy beaches and great swimming in the shallow water of Reef Harbour. Seven more sites are available at Narvaez Bay which can be reached on foot along a 1.7km path. 
