| Quadra Island is quickly becoming one of the most popular destinations for sea kayaking in British Columbia. At the doorstep to the Discovery Islands archipelego and the coastal inlets including Desolation Sound the surrounding waters and landscapes are a paddlers dream.
Local sea kayak guides and outfitters can help you get on the water whether it is your first kayak experience or you are planning your own multi-day tour around the Discovery Islands.
There are excellent day tours from Heriot Bay and Surge Narrows amongst the exquisite islands and channels surrounding Quadra Island. Highlight day-trip areas include the Breton Islands, Drew Harbour, Surge Narrows, Octopus Islands and Granite Bay.
Generally the sea conditions and weather, especially in summer are calm making for some perfect paddling. Of course conditions can change rapidly so for your early experiences joining a guided group is highly recommended. In places surging tidal rapids are an experienced paddlers playground.
Keep a look out for wildlife while on the water. Bald eagles, seals, sea lions, otters and great blue herons are all frequently sighted. It's a lucky day that see dolphins, orcas or whales pass by, and it could happen! There's much to see and explore while kayaking aroiund Quadra Island. So much that you may find yourself lingering for the magic hour of the day to watch the sunset from your kayak.
For more information on planning your own sea kayak tour in the Discovery Islands click here.
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