Mothership Kayaking with Ocean Light II Adventures

Mothership Kayaking is the latest and greatest choice for those looking for the adventure and challenge of kayaking along with the comfort and decadence of staying aboard a 71-foot sailboat. We travel in style and comfort on the Ocean Light II to new locations and each day you will be given the opportunity to kayak along the spectacular British Columbia coastline - amongst the wild islands and deep into coastal fiords with expert guides. You’ll enjoy delicious home-cooked meals and a warm, dry bed will await you each night.

Ocean Light II Adventures is now set up to run Mothership Kayaking Tours in the Northern Great Bear Rainforest and in Gwaii Haanas National Park.

2012/2013 Mothership Kayaking: Gwaii Haanas National Park

Your week of mothership kayaking aboard the Ocean Light II will give you access by sailboat and by kayak to the best Gwaii Haanas National Park (South Moresby) has to offer - from abandoned Haida villages such as T’anuu and Ninstints, to the magnificent Pacific northwest rain forest, to intriguing natural history displays, such as busy sea lion haul-outs and colourful intertidal areas. Download this brochure (PDF: 3.1 MB) for more information about this trip. And, check out our Gwaii Haanas trip page to find out even more about the attractions of this amazing wilderness park.

Note: This trip is being offered both in the summers of 2012 and 2013.

Interested in Mothership Kayaking aboard the Ocean Light II? Contact us to reserve your spot.

2013 Mothership Kayaking: The Northern Great Bear Rainforest

We'll journey into the Northern Great Bear Rainforest and explore the beauty of the inner and outer BC coast both by sailboat and by kayak. Within the Great Bear Rainforest lie some of the world’s last pristine coastal rainforest - old growth hemlock and cedar forests; tidewater estuaries rich with grasses, roots and berries;  spectacular sinuous fiords, cascading rivers and streams and majestic snow-capped mountains. The Rainforest is home to a diverse array of wildlife including grizzly bears, black bears and wolves. The outer coast is equally as impressive with rocky islets, windswept shores, sandy beaches and open water. The wildlife includes sea lions, seals, whales and an incredible variety of coastal birds.

Note: This trip is being offered only in 2013.

Contact us if you're interested in joining us for this spectacular active adventure in 2013.

All of our Mothership Kayaking trips are run in conjunction with Butterfly Tours - specialists in guiding all levels of kayakers on trips of a lifetime!

What Previous Guests Said...

“The combination of kayaking and sailboat travel was perfect. We got to experience the tranquility of kayaking and the luxuries of the boat and her crew. Magnificent.” Eric B., July 2010

“Well worth the long journey from London to experience the ambience, hospitality, fantastic food, excellent fun and humour, wisdom, comfort, knowledge, stories and our stateroom was grand.” Val C., July 2010

“A special experience with a unique collection of adventure companions. You have provided all of us a memorable journey we will not soon forget.” Jim S., July 2010

“Thank you so much for my dream holiday - living on a sailboat, playing with the whales, kayaking the dawn, savouring Jenn’s unbelievable cuisine and our gracious guide, Chris.” Kilby H., Aug 2010

“Thank you for sharing your lives – this was a lovely week of peace and beauty – a reminder of all that is important in life.” Laurie M., July 2009

“Wow, I really don’t know what to say. Thank you, Thank you.This place is so inspiring. Beautiful!” Mike C., July 2010