Join Sail Canada instructor Darren Corbett Tomlin for an on water Adventure! Learn to sail aboard the C&C 40 ft sail boat ‘Desiderata’ or explore Portland Island on a trip aboard his 18 ft zodiac.

Capacity: Min 3 ppl. / Max 6-8 ppl.

Tours Available: May to October

LEARN TO SAIL

As a Sail Canada instructor, Darren will guide you through an Introduction to Sailing. Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Salish Sea on an afternoon voyage aboard the C&C 40 ft sail boat ‘Desiderata’. Travel South upwind between Sidney and James Island, learning to tack and teamwork skills. As you turn downwind, relax and take a break to enjoy a delicious west coast charcuterie platter and some beverages with the wind at your back. Expect to see some of the abundant marine wildlife including seals, herons, otters, porpoises and maybe even a pod of Orca Whales. On this cruise you will have the opportunity to hoist sails and work the deck or sit back and relax.

Duration: 3 Hours

Rates: $175 / person + tax (Kids under 12 are 1/2 price)

Private Charter: $899 + tax

Day Trips: 12-3 pm (Thurs - Sun)

Sunset Trips: 5-8 pm (Fri + Sat)

Capacity: Min 2 ppl. / Max 4-6 ppl.

Tours Available: May to October

PORTLAND ISLAND PICNIC (ZODIAC TOUR)

Jump aboard a brand new zodiac for an adventure that offers amazing scenery. This high speed 18ft open RIB (ridged inflatable boat) can zip through the calm waters of the Southern Gulf Islands. Stop on Portland Island to explore, hike the island and enjoy a beach picnic while taking in the sunset.

Duration: 3 Hours

Rates: $175 / person + tax (kids under 12 half price)

Private Charter: $599 + tax (based on 4 people)

Day Trips: 5 pm departure (Thursdays + Sundays) Ask us about Sat / Sun options.