2024 Photo Contest Highlights
November 4th, 2024
Our 2024 Photo Contest Winners Each year our team looks forward to reflecting on the past season through the eyes of our guests. All of these images and videos have a story behind them and we are so glad our guests chose to share those with us! The winning entries are listed below and will be announced on our social…
Kayaking in The Bahamas: A Guide’s Perspective
August 23rd, 2024
Did you know that Spirit of the West offers kayaking trips in the warm, clear waters of the Bahamas? Our guide Al shares some highlights with you about their time in the picturesque Southern Exuma Cays. Stepping off the plane onto the hot tarmac in George Town, Bahamas was as glorious as I had anticipated. The warmth of the clear,…
Our Two Basecamps in Comparison
May 22nd, 2024
Both the Johnstone Strait Ultimate and Whales & Wilderness Glamping tours are excellent choices for sea kayakers of all ability levels. These are our basecamp-style trips, so we carry minimal gear in the kayaks and return to the same comfortable, established camp each night. If you’re new to camping, this is a great way to get a relaxed introduction to…
Where to See Whales in Coastal BC
April 20th, 2024
British Columbia, Canada is an incredible destination for viewing wildlife—so much so that travellers specifically come to Coastal BC to experience these astonishing sightings first hand. This area is world renowned for viewing all kinds of wildlife, including whales. To help you get the most out of your trip to Coastal BC, here’s a guide to the most frequently asked…
2023 Photo Contest Highlights
November 2nd, 2023
2023 PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS Our annual photo contest provides us the opportunity to reflect on our favourite parts of the summer and hear the stories about what made your tour so special. We want to thank all of our guests for their incredible submissions this year! The winning entries are listed below and will be announced on our social media…
