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Island Solitude, British Columbia, Canada

Island Solitude

Sailing Yacht

The latest addition to the fleet of vessels navigating the coast of British Columbia, Island Solitude is a 12-passenger sailing boat that was purposefully designed with eco-credentials in mind.

Its six twin cabins each feature private bathrooms, and there is an excellent natural history library that is ideally suited to downtime during navigations. At an impressive 30% larger than its sister vessels Island Roamer and Island Odyssey, but still carrying the same number of passengers, the boat feels spacious and allows for all those on board to dine together in the wheelhouse. Inflatable boats and single and double kayaks are available to use during the journey.

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Self-Drive the Canadian Maritimes

Encompassing the iconic trio of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island – which are Canada’s three smallest provinces – this impressive self-drive itinerary incorporates properties perched on dramatic cliffs, eclectic island cities, and sustainable…

Kayaking, Trout Point Lodge, Maritimes, Canada

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Colours of Quebec

From driving the scenic road to Charlevoix to whale-watching in Toudoussac, this tailor-made self-drive itinerary begins and ends in the charming city of Montreal. Encompassing opportunities to watch outdoor concerts, brunch on a train as it…

Hautes Gorges de la Riviere Malbaie National Park, Charlevoix, Quebec, Eastern Canada

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Self-Drive Journey in Newfoundland

Buckle up for a leisurely self-drive journey around the Canadian island of Newfoundland, renowned for its collection of diverse landscapes and fascinating viking history. Navigate the sparsely populated island in search of its warm hospitality and…

11 days from £2,485pp

St John's, Newfoundland, Canada

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Walking with Polar Bears

Scout the landscape for birds, bears and belugas while staying at Seal River Heritage Lodge, combining the thrill of beluga whale-watching with the adrenaline rush of “on the ground” polar bear walking safaris. Travelling between July…

8 days from £8,875pp

Big Polar Bear, Churchill Wild, Canada

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British Columbia Grizzly Photography with Sue Flood

Explore the wilderness and wildlife of Bella Coola at one of British Columbia’s premier bear viewing lodges. Known as the gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest, Bella Coola is a remote wilderness home to prolific wildlife.…

Departing 14th September 2020

8 Days from £9,595pp

Grizzly Bears, Canada

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Great Bear Rainforest Cruise with Sue Flood

A unique opportunity to join an exclusive photographic cruise in British Columbia, sailing a section of the Inside Passage, now known as the Great Bear Rainforest. The rich ecosystem is home to a plethora of wildlife…

Departing 3rd September 2020

10 Days from £7,495pp

Great Bear rainforest sunset, Canada

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Canadian Arctic Narwhal Safari

This exclusive Arctic safari explores the rich wildlife and vast landscapes of Lancaster Sound, an area known as the Serengeti of the North, and presents opportunities to snorkel with narwhals and sleep in an expeditionary mobile…

8 days from £10,550pp

Narwhal Tusks in the Arctic Sea, Canadian Arctic

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Kayaking with Orcas from Vancouver Island

In a magical journey to the north-eastern tip of Vancouver Island, witness one of the most remarkable marine mammals on Earth from an extraordinary water-top vantage point (and take a detour to spot grizzly bears). Navigate…

8 days from £2,100pp

Jumping Orca, Canada

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Belugas of the Canadian Arctic

Discover a remarkable icy wilderness from an extraordinary wilderness lodge in the remote Canadian Arctic, heading out on daily explorations in search of belugas on their annual migration.

12 days from £7,400pp

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Sail Greenland, Newfoundland & Labrador

Showcasing the awe-inspiring landscapes, fascinating culture and endemic wildlife of Greenland and the Canadian island of Newfoundland, this cruise covers over 2,200 nautical miles and travels between dramatic fjords, snow-capped mountains, ice-berg strewn waters and wild…

14 days from £8,195pp

Humpback Whale, Canadian Arctic

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Self-Drive the Canadian Maritimes

Encompassing the iconic trio of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island – which are…

Kayaking, Trout Point Lodge, Maritimes, Canada

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Colours of Quebec

From driving the scenic road to Charlevoix to whale-watching in Toudoussac, this tailor-made self-drive itinerary begins…

Hautes Gorges de la Riviere Malbaie National Park, Charlevoix, Quebec, Eastern Canada

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Self-Drive Journey in Newfoundland

Buckle up for a leisurely self-drive journey around the Canadian island of Newfoundland, renowned for its…

11 days from £2,485pp

St John's, Newfoundland, Canada

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Idea

Walking with Polar Bears

Scout the landscape for birds, bears and belugas while staying at Seal River Heritage Lodge, combining…

8 days from £8,875pp

Big Polar Bear, Churchill Wild, Canada

View Holiday Idea

Group tour

British Columbia Grizzly Photography with Sue Flood

Explore the wilderness and wildlife of Bella Coola at one of British Columbia’s premier bear viewing…

Departing 14th September 2020

8 Days from £9,595pp

Grizzly Bears, Canada

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Group tour

Great Bear Rainforest Cruise with Sue Flood

A unique opportunity to join an exclusive photographic cruise in British Columbia, sailing a section of…

Departing 3rd September 2020

10 Days from £7,495pp

Great Bear rainforest sunset, Canada

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Canadian Arctic Narwhal Safari

This exclusive Arctic safari explores the rich wildlife and vast landscapes of Lancaster Sound, an area…

8 days from £10,550pp

Narwhal Tusks in the Arctic Sea, Canadian Arctic

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Kayaking with Orcas from Vancouver Island

In a magical journey to the north-eastern tip of Vancouver Island, witness one of the most…

8 days from £2,100pp

Jumping Orca, Canada

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Belugas of the Canadian Arctic

Discover a remarkable icy wilderness from an extraordinary wilderness lodge in the remote Canadian Arctic, heading…

12 days from £7,400pp

View Holiday Idea

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Sail Greenland, Newfoundland & Labrador

Showcasing the awe-inspiring landscapes, fascinating culture and endemic wildlife of Greenland and the Canadian island of…

14 days from £8,195pp

Humpback Whale, Canadian Arctic

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Alternative boats

Our travel experts have years of knowledge and between them and have personally inspected or travelled on board many of the boats we offer.

Island Solitude

Sailing Yacht
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Island Solitude, British Columbia, Canada

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Cascadia

Sailing Yacht
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Cascadia

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Island Roamer

Sailing Yacht
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Island Roamer, British Columbia, Canada

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Swell

Sailing Yacht
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Swell

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Vessel Ice Rating Comparison Chart.

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