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The aim of Remote Passages Marine Excursions is to help develop a better understanding of the world we live in through fun and educational guided programs for all ages.
History:
- Pioneered Zodiac whale watching on the west coast in1986 as Inter-Island Excursions; merged with Remote Passages in 1993; ‘the Zodiac specialists’;
- Sea kayaking guided day trips added to program menu in 1994;
- Historic Norwegian boathouse renovated 1998;
- Covered vessel for small group experience added in 2003;
- Underwater microphone (hydrophone) and large format screen added to enhance guest’s experience 2005;
- CTC Signature Experience’s member 2011.
The Experience:
- Whales, bears, sea otters, and sea lions are surrounded by an old growth temperate rainforest;
- Wildlife viewing in the wilderness of the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere. The open Pacific Ocean abounds with marine wildlife on the one side, whereas the calm water inlets are home to marine black bears on the other;
- February to November – the longest wildlife viewing season on B.C.’s west coast;
- Large format video presentations prior to wildlife viewing programs.
Facilities & Infrastructure:
- Dedicated boathouse (reception, dress-in, restrooms, hot drinks after outing);
- Private dock & beach launch facilities for all programs;
- Free parking for cars.
Vessels & Gear:
- Zodiac-style rigid-hull vessels -- fully customized fleet of 4, padded seating with backrests throughout. Guests issued Mustang all weather suits. Vessels designed and built for outer west coast conditions -- radar, GPS, VHF radio x 2, full first aid and safety gear aboard each vessel;
- Covered Vessel – custom designed with washroom facilities, headed cabin with window defog, large viewing deck for all passengers. Guests wear Mustang self inflating collars for additional safety;
- Sea Kayaks - full fiberglass hulls, single and double cockpits, outfitted for day trips.
Crew:
- Owners / Operators (Don Travers and Kati Martini) bring over 50 years combined experience in the travel industry as guides and administrators; academic background in Geography, Tourism, and Resource and Environmental Management;
- Marine vessel guides with required seamanship skills undergo a thorough in-house training program (recognized in World Travel & Tourism HRC publication; exceeds industry standards); all Marine guides are also Transport Canada certified;
- Sea Kayak guides meet Sea Kayak Guides Alliance standard.
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Name: Remote Passages - home base
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Name: Zodiac whale watching
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Name: Looking for whales
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Name: Covered vessel - Star Light
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Name: Gray Whale
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Name: Whale watching - Humpback
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Name: Whale watching - Orca
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Name: Sea otter
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Name: Hot Springs Cove board walk
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Name: Hot Springs - relaxing at the springs
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Name: Hot Springs Explorer - At the hot springs.
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Name: Hot Springs - under the hot waterfall
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Name: Coastal Bear Watch - on the way
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Name: Bear watching - adult black bear
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Name: Sea kayaks at Meares Island
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Name: Meares Island - Big Tree Trail
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Name: Sea Kayaking at sunset
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Name: Kayaking - an educational expereince
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Name: Kati Martini / Don Travers - Owners
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