Sailing Tours
duration &
start/end point
3-days & 2-nights. From Cortes Island, + *Quadra Island or Lund if private group.
includes
Sailing excursion with instructions on a Beneteau Oceanis 400. All high-quality meals with desserts, full bedding & towels. More time to relax vs. a course.
non-private rate
private trip
$4300 CAD/max. 4 guests. Private cabin with private washroom & private cabin with shared washroom.
Add the SKS course for $70/person.
Available dates - 2024:
- May 20-22 (Available 4/4)
- June 10-12 (Available 4/4)
- July 15-17 (Available 4/4)
- August 26-28 (Available 4/4)
- September 10-12 (Available 4/4)




overview
Choose between an exclusive private trip, where you will have the sailboat all to yourself, or share the adventure with others. You will be able to experience sailing and how it truly is to live on the sea as we sail in Desolation Sound over three days with two overnight stops in famous anchorages such as Prideaux Haven and on Cortes Island.



Sample itinerary
Our trip will last from 10 am on the first day, till 5 pm on the last day. As selected by our guests, a private trip can start and end from either Cortes Island, Quadra Island, or from Lund.
day 1
day 2
day 3

Highlights
- Can select as a private sailing excursion just for you.
- Two overnight stops at anchor in picturesque Prideaux Haven and on Cortes Island.
- Experience the unique natural surroundings of Desolation Sound.
- Tailored introductory sailing instructions on a 40-foot sailboat.
- Includes all meals composed of organic, local, high-quality products.
- Sail on a Beneteau Oceanis 400, a comfortable, modern vessel, complete with all amenities and safety equipment.
- Relax your senses, be amazed by breathtaking views, and create unforgettable memories with sights of ocean wildlife.
Things to know
Tailored sailing instructions with plenty of hands-on experience. Three lunches, two dinners, snacks, and two breakfasts are included. We can accommodate to some guest allergies. Full bedding and towels are provided. Safety equipment such as PFDs will be provided.
Guests ages 16 and up can attend, up to a maximum of 4 guests. Guests under 19 years of age must be accompanied by a guardian. The activity level is light to moderate and is appropriate for beginners. Guests may experience sun, wind, spray, rain and temperatures consistent with the season in southern, coastal British Columbia. Underway the vessel may exhibit irregular motion due to wind and waves. We ask guests to refrain from smoking when aboard the vessel.
A spare warm sweater or fleece. A light rain-proof or windproof jacket. Hat or toque. Sunscreen. Sporty comfortable shoes with non-marking white/light soles. Long and short pants depending on the weather. Spare clothes for 3 days. Toiletries and personal items. Camera.
Fully refundable for the first 7 days after your booking so you can calmly plan your trip, if the booking is made more than 14 days before the trip departure time. Cancel more than 21 days before departure for a full refund minus a 5% booking fee. If you cancel 21 days or less before departure you will receive a 50% refund. A 30% deposit is required at booking. Full payment is due 30 days before departure. A 100% refund will be given if we can’t sail due to extreme weather conditions or safety issues. See our Terms of Service for details.
Price rates are shown as price/person based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars, and are subject to a 5% Federal Goods and Services Tax (GST). All prices are subject to change without notice.
Join us and begin your sailing adventure
We would be happy to discuss other options.