Augerpoint Traverse

$860.00 / person

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The Augerpoint Traverse is a quintessential alpine traverse in the Island Alps. The unique route offers stunning scenery and a fun challenge, but forgoes the technical terrain often found on other traverses on the island. Over the course of four days, experience the full splendor of Strathcona Park’s wilderness, with options to pursue a couple peaks along the way.

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King's Peak

$430.00 / person

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Kings Peak is a superb two-day outing, and well worth the effort. The route transitions from old growth forest into rugged alpine, and the summit offers superlative views of the highest peaks of Strathcona Park, including ​​Elkhorn, Colonel Foster and Cervus. A perfect weekend excursion.

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North Coast Trail

$1,910.00 / person

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On this rugged 7-day trek, explore a beautifully remote stretch of Vancouver Island along a wilderness trail that teems with wildlife, and winds through old growth forest, bogs, beaches and bights. This incredible trail is the most demanding coastal hike on the island, and is best suited to adventurous hikers looking for a challenge. An unforgettable experience.

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Washington to Comox Glacier Traverse

$1,295.00 / person

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A stunning five-day traverse of the dramatic eastern edge of the mountains of Strathcona Park. Once we leave the forest in Paradise Meadows to head into the alpine, we barely touch tree-line again for the entire trip. To the west lie the mountains of Strathcona Park, and to the east, the ocean and the Coast Mountains. This is an arduous and very rewarding trip for fit people with a sense of adventure.

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Juan de Fuca Trail

$1,125.00 / person

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Stunning coastal scenery, roaring surf, abundant marine and forest wildlife, and spectacular hiking are all features of our five-day Juan de Fuca hike. This is the shortest, least demanding and most accessible of our coastal hikes, while still offering a wonderful wilderness experience.

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Golden Hinde

$1,950.00 / person

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As the highest peak on Vancouver Island, the Golden Hinde holds a certain allure. The remoteness of this trek only adds to the appeal, offering a wonderful wilderness experience to anyone who endeavors to climb it. This trip can be done as a five day out and back or as an eight day traverse from Phillips Ridge to Elk River. The route combines the immersive experience of a hiking journey with the fun of some technical terrain once we start the ascent of the Hinde itself. A must-do for any island mountain enthusiast.

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Comox Glacier Hike

$645.00 / person

(at 6:1 ratio) Next Trip: Sep 13 - 15, 2024
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The lure of the iconic Comox Glacier is undeniable, and a great destination from the Comox Valley. Join our guides on a three-day hike to the summit, and enjoy the incredibly atmospheric views, with the mountains of Strathcona Park to the west and the Georgia Straight to the east. The North Summit of the Comox Glacier is the highest point and ultimate goal of this trip. An island classic.

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Heli Hiking

$965.00 / person

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Gain quick and easy access to the world above the treeline. Heli-access makes remote alpine hikes possible in a single day. These trips are for those who enjoy their hikes one day at a time, but still wish to experience the splendor of high peaks and alpine meadows. Popular heli-hikes include Mount Adrian, Alexandra Peak, as well as a number of locations in the Coastal Range. Trip locations will be indicated in the booking tab with the corresponding date.

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Day Hikes

$215.00 / person

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Curious to sample the Vancouver Island backcountry in a day? There are a number of options, including: Mount Arrowsmith, Mount Elma, Century Sam Lake, Bedwell Lakes, Crest Mountain, and more! Our ACMG certified guides offer orientation, added safety, efficient hiking/movement tips, and wonderful company! Check out our booking page for scheduled trip dates/locations or request a new trip!

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Mount Arrowsmith Day Hike

$215.00 / person

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Join us on a day hike to the summit of Mount Arrowsmith, the highest peak on southern Vancouver Island. The going is steep and strenuous but the rewards are great. Hikers enjoy a dramatic relief against the panoramic backdrop of the Coast Mountains, peaks of Strathcona Park, Alberni Inlet and Salish Sea.

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