Featured in
April 2004
Executive Travelers Magazine

"The entire staff, from John and Fred to the Songhee crew were always so helpful and friendly that they felt like family by the end of the trip." 

Carole Kim

"So when can we come again, this trip for us was the most exciting experience we have ever had!!" 

Wayne Quinn and Lorna Archer-Quinn

"We had a blast on our trip with you. All of our friends are jealous. When you told us that was the best whale watching trip ever I figured you were just telling guide stories, but now I am convinced. I still go to sleep with the sound of the Orca in my head" 

Kevin Nelson and
Alicia Weiss

"Everyone in our group has traveled around the globe and yet we came home saying that this was one of the best vacations--ever."

Thank you.

"I have been already recommending you to my friends. I know that I will be back again before too long--the Orcas are already calling me back!"

Regards, Carole Kim

Fantastic I couldn’t have selected a better vacation for myself. I met great people and have wonderful memories. 

SUZANNE M. ? PHILADELPHIA, USA

  Sea kayaking british columbia >>Mothership

Mothership Orca tour - 4 and 7 days

 

"Ancient Villages and Orca Whales"

 

The tour

Set a course for a one of a kind wilderness adventure in the heart of Killer Whale country on board the Songhee, a specially built WWII coastal supply vessel that has been extensively refitted for it’s new mission as our kayak mothership. 

Ten guests and an expert crew complete with a gourmet cook explore the Broughton Archipelago, View aerial photo visiting abandoned First Nations settlements that watch over the waters containing the largest concentration of Orcas on the planet.

On board the 95 foot ship, you’ll stay in bright cheery cabins, have full use of the spacious cedar paneled lounge, enjoy West Coast Cuisine, and find plenty of deck space to spread out and relax on. 

Using the flotilla of kayaks or the motorized launch, each day will bring new discoveries as we venture into remote and inaccessible regions. 

On each voyage, guests set the pace, we provide all the amenities. The crew is there to help you make this your best vacation ever.

We’ll go on guided excursions to explore ancient native villages, with totems half hidden by the silent forest. You’ll learn about the history, myths and legends surrounding the people and the majestic creatures who travel these same waters, and get the chance to see killer whales and other marine mammals in their natural environments.

 

The kayaking

Although kayaking is not a prerequisite to join our tour, we feel that it is the best way to get close to nature. Never tried kayaking before? No worries - we'll show you how. A thorough orientation of kayaks and safety procedures are covered to prepare you for your time on the water. The sea kayak is extremely stable and easy to manoeuvre, both in single and double configuration, allowing a unique and silent floating view of both marine and land-based wildlife. The combination of mothership and kayak gives you incredible wilderness access with the comforts of a 4 star hotel. The daily itinerary will be catered to each individual group where kayaking time will vary depending on groups desires.

 

Our meals

Nourishing our guests and crew with quality healthy meals is a very important part of all our adventures. At Spirit of the West Adventures we put a great amount of time and effort into preparing gourmet savory meals. In our full service kitchen our Chef will have the freedom to present us with a variety of creative cuisine using fresh quality produce, preparing home baked goods, and providing us with local seafood when possible. A delightful meal and decadent dessert served in our open dining lounge is a fine way to finish off a day of adventure!

There’s even a hot tub, this is a kayak trip with a difference!

 

A passage on a mothership By Carole Kim			A 25th wedding anniversary BY Wayne Quinn
	Water dripped off my cheek - was it a tear, or the spray from the whale's blowhole? As we paddled next to the Orca whales, clicking and squeaking sounds surrounded us whenever the six ton mammals surfaced.......... More			Some of you may know...perhaps you were there when it all began, that Lorna and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary on August 22.........More

I would like to join this tour

 

 

 

 

Read about our mothership tour as featured in the Seattle post.

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Read about our mother ship tour as featured in Info Hub specialty travel guide.

Special notes

Some people believe that kayaking from a Mothership is only for those looking for comfort. Well, that's only half right. The greatest advantage of the Mothership is its ability to put you into some of the best kayaking on earth, far beyond the reach of other kayaking groups. This is a rare opportunity available to the select few who choose to go on this tour.

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