Gulf Islands in Spring
INCREDIBLE VIEWS, WITH HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Gulf Islands in Spring
So you’ve decided to see why The Gulf Islands in Spring are consistently rated a “must-visit” destination — but how do you decide which ones to see first? The better question is, why don’t we visit them ALL? The Gulf Island expedition with the Curve Of Time takes you on a journey across all the renowned islands. Each island has a different historical significance dating back to the 1900’s, with First Nations People differentiating a culture within each island.
Expedition recommended for; Corporate Trips, or Family & Friend Retreats
Penelakut Island
Penelakut Island, formerly known as Kuper Island and renamed in 2010 in honour of the Penelakut First Nation people, is located in the southern Gulf Islands between Vancouver Island and the mainland Pacific coast of BC, Canada.
Penelakut Island: 48.9663° N, -123.6527° W
Galiano Island
Experience all the magic of British Columbia’s Wild West Coast on the Gulf Island closest to Vancouver. Ancient Forests, Rocky Heights, Sandstone & Pebble Beaches and Stunning Views are all waiting for you to explore on Galiano.
Galiano Island: 48.9236° N, 123.4415° W
Saturna Island
Saturna Island is a mountainous island, about 31 square kilometres in size, in the Southern Gulf Islands chain of BC, Canada.
Saturna Island: 48.7820° N, 123.1653° W
Sidney Island
Sidney Island is one of the southern Gulf Islands located between the southwest coast of British Columbia, Canada and Vancouver Island, BC, near James Island.
Sidney Island: 48.6003° N, 123.2908° W
Salt Spring Island
Salt Spring Island or Saltspring Island is one of the Gulf Islands in the Salish Sea between mainland BC, Canada.
Salt Spring Island: 48.8168° N, 123.5096° W
Gulf Islands
Join us on an adventure with the Gulf Islands Expedition. Experience the secluded environment far from the mainland where you’ll find neighbouring sea creatures, land mammals, and mountainous forestry.
FEATURES
Incredible Islands
Rising from the cool, clear water of the North Pacific, just off the mainland of British Columbia, Canada, you’ll find a handful of serene, verdant, rolling crowns we call the Southern Gulf Islands.
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Gulf Islands in Spring
FEATURES
An Ecological Paradise
The area is home to Gulf Islands National Park Reserve—an ecological paradise of land pockets on 15 islands, plus numerous small islets and reef areas. The forested Gulf Islands include Mayne, Galiano, Hornby, and Gabriola. The largest is Salt Spring, famed for its locavore-minded farmers, artisan producers, and organic vineyards.
KAYAKS
PADDLE BOARDS
CRAB TRAPS
FISHING
Food & Delicacies
Our chef will dazzle your tastebuds with culinary delights prepared in our ships galley. Featuring local seafood, hearty homemade soups and baked goods all freshly prepared in our onboard galley. Your meals will showcase famous west coast type cuisine using many local ingredients.
Breakfast, lunch and a three course dinner will be served. There are homemade cookies, pastries and fresh fruit available in the dinning lounge throughout the day for snacking on. A full range of teas, coffee, soft drinks, juices and snacks are provided and available 24 hours as well. Dinner will be served on the day of departure and breakfast and lunch are served on your final day of sailing.
Begin your day with a continental type offering including fresh fruit, yogurt, and baked goods. Follow that up with a full hot breakfast made to order.
Take a break from wildlife viewing and shore excursions while recharging with lunch, usually featuring a home-made soup or chowder combined with a charcuterie board or our chef’s own daily creation.
Watch the sun set while indulging in a three-course meal paired with a selection of fine wines and a limited selection of craft beers. (Alcohol is not a large part of our trips, so plan on light consumption).
