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Haida Gwaii
May 25 to June 2, 2027
From $15,495 to $19,795 CAD + 5% tax
per person based on double occupancy
Map
- Day 1: Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Day 2: Tlell, Skidegate, and Kaay Llnagaay
- Day 3: Graham Island to the Southern Archipelago
- Day 4: Gwaii Haanas
- Day 5: SGang Gwaay
- Day 6: Gwaii Haanas Coast
- Day 7: Juan Perez Sound
- Day 8: Hlk’yah GawGa (Windy Bay) and K'uuna Llnagaay (Skedans)
- Day 9: Cumshewa Inlet, BC, Canada
Itinerary
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Your journey begins in Vancouver, where the city offers an opening perspective on the Pacific Northwest and the histories, artistry, and living cultures that shape the journey ahead. A guided day program introduces this context through visits to the Reconciliation Pole, the Museum of Anthropology at University of British Columbia, and the Bill Reid Gallery—three powerful spaces that speak to the enduring presence, artistry, and histories of the Indigenous peoples of the Northwest Coast.
Later, gather with your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner, the first chance to connect as a group before setting out toward Haida Gwaii.
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Fly from Vancouver to Haida Gwaii, leaving the city behind for the forested islands and shifting light of the North Pacific. On arrival, begin with a land-based orientation that offers an early introduction to the archipelago’s landscapes, communities, and rhythm.
By day’s end, settle into your lodge and take in this first sense of place before the journey turns fully toward the water.
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This is where the journey shifts from land to sea. Visits to Tlell and Skidegate, along with time at the Haida Heritage Centre at Kaay Llnagaay, deepen your understanding of Haida history, artistry, and enduring cultural presence. Here, poles, longhouses, and stories rooted in place begin to reveal the deep relationships between the islands and the surrounding waters.
Later, board the ship and set out for the southern archipelago. As you cruise toward Gwaii Haanas, keep watch for whales and seabirds, and settle into the rhythm of expedition travel along a coastline shaped by tide, weather, and time.
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Sail deeper into Gwaii Haanas, where cultural and ecological protection are closely intertwined. A visit to T’aanuu, a former Haida village site, offers a quiet and powerful encounter with Haida history and presence, inviting reflection on the relationships that continue to shape these islands.
At K’iid Xyangs K’iidaay (Burnaby Narrows), the richness of the intertidal zone comes vividly into view. Depending on conditions, explore by kayak or small boat and look closely at a shoreline alive with sea stars, urchins, chitons, anemones, and other marine life, all revealed by the movement of the tide.Â
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Arrive at one of the most significant cultural sites in Haida Gwaii: SGang Gwaay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the location of a former Haida village. Here, standing poles, longhouse remains, and the surrounding landscape speak to continuity, memory, and enduring presence. Guided by Haida Guardian Watchmen—many of whom are part of the expedition team—your visit is shaped by local knowledge, protocol, and care.
Later, continue exploring by Zodiac and along the coast near Rose Harbour, where wildlife, layered histories, and the quiet power of the surrounding landscape continue to unfold.
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Today invites a slower pace and close attention to the details of the landscape. Step into the rainforest beneath towering Sitka spruce and red cedar, where moss, fern, and filtered light create a world of texture and quiet. These forest walks invite a slower, more attentive experience of Haida Gwaii—through stillness, scale, and immersion.
Along the shoreline, keep watch for black bears, often seen foraging in the intertidal zone as the tide recedes. These quieter moments, shaped by patience and observation, often leave the deepest impression.
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Cruise through Juan Perez Sound, where humpback and grey whales are often seen in the waters of Gwaii Haanas. Keep watch from deck as the expedition moves through this rich marine environment, with opportunities to observe not only whales, but also the seabirds that gather and feed in these coastal waters.
A visit to an active seabird colony, along with time spent learning from researchers in the field, offers insight into the scientific work that supports conservation across the archipelago. As always, the day unfolds with flexibility, shaped by conditions, wildlife, and the opportunities each moment brings.
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At Hlk’yah GawGa (Windy Bay), step into a place of profound ecological and cultural significance. The protection of this area helped shape the future of Gwaii Haanas, and its towering red cedars and restored longhouse speak to both resilience and stewardship.
Later, continue to K’uuna (Skedans), a Haida village site where memorial poles stand among the forest edge and shoreline. Here, as throughout the journey, Haida history is felt as a living presence in the land itself.
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Spend your final hours aboard ship cruising through Cumshewa Inlet, taking in one last stretch of Haida Gwaii’s forested shorelines and sheltered waters before disembarking at Moresby Camp. From here, transfer to Sandspit Airport for your included outbound flight.
As the journey draws to a close, the return to the mainland carries with it more than memories of remarkable landscapes: a deeper sense of a place shaped by ancient relationships, enduring culture, and the forces of land and sea.
Published itineraries are examples only, weather, ice, government regulations, and community requests may necessitate changes to the planned schedules. These sometimes necessary adjustments present exciting opportunities for exploration, discovery, and adventure.
Pricing and Cabins
This expedition can be combined with Loyalty Rewards Program: League of Adventurers. If you have travelled with us before, you might be eligible for 5-10% discounts off the berth price.
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- Outside-facing cabin with windows for natural light
- King bed
- Private three-piece en-suite bathroom
- Individually controlled climate systems
- Wardrobes for storage
- Convenient access to both decks and ship interior
- Approximately 235 square feet
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- Outside-facing cabin with windows for natural light
- Queen-sized bed or two twin beds
- Private three-piece en-suite bathroom
- Individually controlled climate systems
- Wardrobes for storage
- Convenient access to both decks and the corridor through separate doors
- Approximately 195 square feet
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- Outside-facing cabin with two large porthole windows
- Queen-sized bed or two twin beds
- Private three-piece en-suite bathroom
- Individually controlled climate systems
- Wardrobes for storage
- Convenient door access to the inside of the ship corridor
- Approximately 160 square feet
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- Outside-facing cabin with two large porthole windows
- Queen-sized bed or two twin beds
- Private three-piece en-suite bathroom
- Individually controlled climate systems
- Wardrobes for storage
- Convenient door access to the inside of the ship corridor
- Approximately 160 square feet
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- Outside-facing cabin with two large porthole windows
- Queen-sized bed or two twin beds
- Private three-piece en-suite bathroom
- Individually controlled climate systems
- Wardrobes for storage
- Convenient door access to the inside of the ship corridor
- Approximately 160 square feet
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Ship
MV Cascadia
- Capacity for 24 passengers
- Light, spacious, and comfortable
- Built for go-anywhere, expedition-style cruising
- Human-scale design that respects coastal communities and environments
Details
This expedition is operated by Maple Leaf Adventures, Adventure Canada’s trusted partner on the Pacific coast. Together, we share a commitment to thoughtful exploration, environmental responsibility, and meaningful engagement with place—creating journeys rooted in learning, respect, and a deep appreciation for the coastal world.
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Haida Gwaii
Tour Dates:
- May 25 - June 02, 2027
From $15,495 to $19,795 CAD + 5% tax
per person based on double occupancy
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Solo Supplement
Not available
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Trip Starts
Vancouver, BC
Trip Ends
Vancouver, BC
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Flights
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Flights:
Included are flights from Vancouver to Moresby and from Sandspit to Vancouver. Guests are responsible for arranging their own commercial flights to and from Vancouver, BC, Canada.
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Group size
22 guests
Age Limitation
16 and older
Fitness Level
Guests should be comfortable navigating small boat transfers, beach landings without docks, and staircases on board; while some accessibility accommodations exist, shore excursions may be limited for those with reduced mobility.
Cruise Payments
Cruise fares are priced in CAD dollars and are per person, per Cruise. A $2,500 CAD deposit per person, per cruise is required to register. Your final balance for the Cruise is due 120 days prior to the scheduled departure date (“Departure Date”) listed on your invoice. All late payments are subject to a penalty of 1.5% interest per month, or 18% per annum. Adventure Canada reserves the right to cancel your booking if it is not paid within 120 days of the Departure Date or deny boarding due to any unpaid balances, without a refund to you. Name changes are permitted up to 60 days in advance, and is subject to a $250 CAD per person working handling fee.
Cancellation by the Passenger
Adventure Canada receiving a written notice of cancellation at least 121 days prior to the Departure Date, you shall receive a refund of the amount paid for the Cruise and Charter Flight, less an administrative penalty of $2,500 CAD per person, per Cruise. If a written notice of cancellation is received by Adventure Canada between 91 and 120 days prior to the Departure Date, the cancellation penalty is 65% of your total cruise cost. A refund of 35% of the amount paid for the Cruise and Charter flight will be issued provided the passenger is up to date on all payments. In the event of a cancellation made 90 days or less before the scheduled date of departure, you will forfeit any amount paid for the Cruise to that date. For these and other reasons mentioned within these Terms and Conditions, you are strongly advised to obtain comprehensive cancellation insurance at the time of registration.
Travel Insurance
A minimum of Emergency Medical and Evacuation Insurance is mandatory for participation in all Adventure Canada Cruises. You must carry a minimum of $500,000 USD per person emergency medical and evacuation coverage.
Future Travel Credit
Future Travel Credits do not apply to and will not be issued for any cancellation reason by the passenger.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Included:
- All meals from lunch day 1 to breakfast on day 9
- One hotel night in Vancouver Â
- One hotel night in Moresby
- Flights from Vancouver to Moresby, and Sandspit to Vancouver
- All museum and park fees
- Passage aboard the MV Cascadia
- All ground transportationÂ
Not Included:
- Flights to/from Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Mandatory emergency medical and evacuation insurance
- Discretionary trip cancellation and interruption insurance
- Personal items
- Discretionary gratuities
- Any expenses incurred due to changes beyond our controlÂ
Registration Agreement
Please note that you are not considered booked until your registration agreement and deposit have been received by Adventure Canada.
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Terms and Conditions
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