CUSTOM
MULTI-DAY KAYAK
This options allows groups to choose their preferred dates, route, and length of trip. We can facilitate most requests with advance notice.
Prices are dependent on group size, transport requirements, and length of trip.
Please inquire to set up a phone consultation with business owner and lead guide – Bryce Klee.
Green Coast is now offering customized kayak expeditions for small groups that would like to organize a trip outside our standard Gwaii Haanas schedule.
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GROUPS
A minimum group size of 4 people is required to make a custom reservation. The maximum number of people we can accommodate is 8.
The cost per/person goes down as the group size increases because there is a base cost for all expeditions. -
ROUTE OPTIONS
Haida Gwaii provides some of the most dynamic and challenging paddling conditions in the world, particularly on the west coast. There are also protected inlets and passages where families or novice paddlers can get a safe introduction to the sport. We can suggest route plans that range between 4 to 30 days, some of which are only appropriate for experienced paddlers.
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DATES
One of the big advantages of organizing a custom expedition is total flexibility with dates. The earlier you book, the better chance we can accommodate your request. 6 to 4 months advance notice is recommended. Our paddling season on Haida Gwaii is May through September. The best weather generally occurs in July and August, but that’s also the busiest time of year on island. Humpback whales are most prevalent late June to early July, and September. The salmon runs in early fall also attract a lot of wildlife to the shorelines.
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GUIDES
Depending on the route and group size, we will assign 1 or 2 guides to lead the expedition. All Green Coast guides are fully certified and experienced Haida Gwaii paddlers. Their primary tasks are risk mitigation, route planning, weather interpretation, communications, camp set-up and meal prep. We expect trip participants to help with all these activities, and more, throughout the entire expedition.
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EQUIPMENT
We supply high quality fibre glass kayaks that are specifically designed for multi-day ocean paddling. PFDs, skirts and paddles are also assigned to all trip participants. All Green Coast trips are outfitted with a wilderness kitchen, group shelters, med-kits, and satellite communication devices.
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TRANSPORTATION
We provide van transport between Green Coast Lodge and Skidegate Ferry Terminal for pre and post trip accommodation. We also provide transport to the start/end point of the trip, which likely includes a boat ride on an aluminum landing craft with our local business partner – Highlander Marine Service.
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ACCOMMODATION
We are now offering pre and post trip accommodation at our new lodge located 20 min north of Skidegate. This beautiful 13 acre ocean side property is home to Green Coast guests and staff alike. Please reference the accommodation page for more details.
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FOOD
All meals while on trip are served by Green Coast. We shop local as much as possible, and ensure the menu is appropriate for all dietary restrictions or preferences (vegetarian/vegan). Trip participants are required to supply their own snacks, as outlined in our packing list.
