While spotting humpback whales and orcas is the main focus of many of our sea kayaking trips in British Columbia, the region also boasts an exceptional birdlife. Gently paddling through the water without the noise of a boat engine allows you to get up close to a variety of species in their natural habitat and observe them going about their daily business.

So you’re considering a kayaking and camping trip because you want to see orcas in the wild or perhaps explore a particular corner of the globe. But what you actually get is so much more as you escape the stresses of daily life and immerse yourself in the beauty of our natural world.

Sea kayaking trips are an incredible way to immerse yourself in the beauty of our natural world and experience up-close encounters with wildlife. But wild camping under the stars does have limitations when it comes to showering and staying clean.

With breathtakingly beautiful desert landscapes and sparkling waters teeming with marine life, Baja California Sur is one of our most popular destinations.

Getting to Port McNeill, British Columbia

Perched on the northern shores of Vancouver Island, Port McNeill is a small town that’s home to just over 2,600 people. During the summer months, these numbers swell with travelers passing through on adventure-based tours to explore the stunning landscapes of British Columbia. 

Is It Safe to Kayak With Orcas in British Columbia?

The scientific name for orca whales, Orcinus orca, literally translates to “Demon of the Deep.” In English, they are most commonly known as killer whales. Both names suggest that they are dangerous animals, to be feared, and kept at a safe distance.

I’ve been fortunate to have kayaked in many areas of Baja California.  Shaped like a finger, and stretching south from the U.S.

For travelers wanting an active and immersive vacation, kayaking through some of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes can’t be beat.

CREATURE FEATURE: British Columbia’s Killer Whales

We at SKA have witnessed, played with and wondered at British Columbia’s whales for 25 years on our tours. You truly can’t find these whales anywhere else on earth… and here’s why.

Nicknamed “Baja’s seafood candy”, chocolate clams (almejas chocolatas) are the delightfully named shellfish specialty of this beautiful peninsula. Their scientific name is Megapitaria squalida, with their common name resulting from their brown color (rather than having a chocolate flavor).

So, you’re thinking of heading to Baja to see the gray whales this year. You may be looking forward to escaping sub-zero temperatures and digging your feat into sugary sand. You may be looking forward to fresh seafood, snorkeling with tropical fish or sipping on a cocktail.

It’s the start of a new year and you’re ready to be Baja bound. Ready to find that Mexican cure for your winter blues.