Cruise quietly amongst the coastal islands, passages and wildlife hotspots with seal pups, nesting eagles, comical oystercatchers and purple seastarts. The on-board ecologist narrates about the world class waters off Sidney's scenic waterfront, including remote islets of the Gulf Islands National Marine Park. Tides and weather permitting, we visit a midden beach and remote beach for some intertidal exploration. Binoculars are provided. Convenient departures from the Sidney Pier at the foot of Beacon Avenue. Tickets and reservations available from the Sidney Pier Hotel, by contacting Guest Services 250.655.9445.

Daily tours   11:00am, 1:30pm, 3:00pm     June through September 2010
Adult -- $43     Senior/Youth 12-17 yr -- $33     Child 5-11 yr -- $23    under 5 yr -- free
                                                    

Watch for eagles, seals, jellyfish, seastars and sometimes even whales in the magestic serenity of Saanich Inlet along the remote mountain cliffs of Gowland-Tod Park. Investigate a trap of giant prawns & squat lobster and, weather and tides permitting, explore a remote beach. Contemplate the area's rich history from a First Nations' perspective, while gaining a lasting appreciation of this tranquil inlet and deep-water fiord. Departs from Brentwood Bay Marina, next to the Mill Bay Ferry terminal. Convenient, free parking. Complimentary non-alcholic beverages 

Daily tours    11:00am, 2:00pm     May through October 2010
Adult -- $69     Senior 65+/Youth 12-17 yr -- $59   Child 5-11 yr --$39  Under 5 -- Free    

On the first half of this tour, you meet the friendly Piers Islanders who commute on this fun shuttle ride. Then continue with your ecologist skipper on your own exclusive tour of islets and passages off the Sidney waterfront. Bring your camera for the world-class viewing of seals and eagles. Departs from the Canoe Cove Marina, near the BC Ferry Terminal at Swartz Bay. Convenient, free parking. Wheelchair access. 

Tuesdays - 12pm     Fridays - 12pm   Sundays - 3:30pm     Year-round 2010
Adult -- $43   Senior/Youth 12-17 yr -- $33     Child 5-11 yr -- $23   under 5 yr -- free
                                                             

                Note: All schedules and prices are subject to change without notice.

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