Broken Group Islands Day Tour
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Each trip can be customized according to different needs, including length, food, and location. Our priority has been our guests and the comfort of our guests. We want folks to take away that kayaking the West Coast is more than just check marking another destination off your bucket list. It’s forming a deep connection to culture, history, and nature, and is a remarkable way to detach from our fast-paced lives, and reconnect with the quietness of nature
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Shoes for you if you didn’t bring the correct footwear
Lunch
Guide
All kayaking equipment, Dry bags, Paddle jackets, Life jacket, spray skirt and Gloves
Snacks
Bottled water
Shoes that you can get wet (sturdy sandals, old runners, neoprene booties, rubber boots), Hat, Sunscreen & lip balm, Sunglasses, Camera, Binoculars and Extra clothes
What To Expect
On this full day kayaking tour on the west coast, we will meet at our dock at 8 am before enjoying a 45 minute boat ride from Ucluelet to the Broken Group Islands where you'll begin your kayaking adventure. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife- we’re known to spot eagles, whales, sea lions, seals, mink, and otters within the protected waters of the Broken Group Islands. Itinerary for Broken Group Islands Kayak Tour -Start with a 45 minute boat ride to the Broken Group Islands -Spend a few hours paddling, exploring islands, islets, and sandy beaches -Stop for a fully catered picnic lunch on a sandy beach. -After lunch, further explore the protected waters of the Broken Group, discovering ancient middens, fish traps, and canoe runs of the First Nations who first inhabited the islands. -Our water taxi will return you to Ucluelet with an estimated arrival time of 4:00pm
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Broken Group Islands Day Tour
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Foggy Broken Group Day Trip
Jennifer H,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Even though the fog clung to the Islands, it was a great trip. We had a bit of sun for lunch & it was lovely! The food from Heartwood Kitchen for our lunch was a perfect feast & they dealt with my partner’s food allergies splendidly. The guides (Vince & Nolan) were very skilled, informative & kept it fun. We saw humpback whales on the trip three different times, including a mother & calf, it was very special!
An unforgettable day in the pristine wilderness
markgH153IX,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There are many things to do in Ucluelet and tofino but this trip is truly unforgettable. We started with a 40 minute boat ride boat ride to the islands for drop off and safety instructions from Nolan who was incredibly competent and friendly. We had an awesome day of paddling and wildlife viewing around 6 or so of the islands. The lunch at a remote beautiful beach was fantastic, especially the homemade cookies from Kevin’s wife which made our day! Paddling through the islands is unique and every turn reveals more of the spectacular scenery. Our weather was not great and the morning was shrouded in fog which gave way to a clear afternoon- I would not let weather stop me to do this trip again. We can’t recommend this trip enough. A lifetime experience.
Beautiful day out!
412ashimas,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I did the Broken Islands Day tour with Vince. We had a fantastic experience - everyone involved was extremely professional and friendly. It was a great mix of useful history and information about what we were seeing and quiet absorption of our surroundings. You can tell the company and team really care about the nature and people of this beautiful place. Highly recommend. Lunch and cookie were delicious too! Will always be grateful to Vince for making my first long kayaking experience so memorable.
Perfect day on the water
Storyteller746218,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day. The guides were knowledgeable and very helpful. The time on the water was amazing and the small hike and interpretive talk into the old growth forest was informative and entertaining. The provided lunch was delicious. We saw seals and eagles and on the way home saw a humpback blow and the boat slowed down so we could observe him from a distance.
A fantastic day on the water
Canadiantourist2,
Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding guided kayak day trip through the Broken Islands. Excellent quality kayaks provided with extra booties, paddle jacket, etc. Wonderful lunch on a beach. Vince and Kat were superb guides, knowledgeable about local history, very helpful and personable. If you love kayaking , this is a beautiful trip!
Great kayaking trip.
Donna M,
Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just an amazing trip. The Broken Group Islands are so beautiful and peaceful. Our guides Kat and Nolan were knowledgeable and helpful. Would recommend highly.
Fantastic experience BUT
stevenvN7925HE,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole experience was fantastic. The ride out to the islands was nice and we saw sea otters. The paddling was great with quite smooth waters in the islands. Gorgeous scenery including many under water sightings such as starfish, sea anemones, etc. Kevin was a great guide & extremely knowledgeable! The prep list is a little vague, but when we arrived, they had all the equipment we needed. & it was good quality. The lunch was filling and "all right", but won't win any awards. ONE RIPPLE: My wife & I had signed up ahead of time and they had advertised that as long as there were 2 people, they would go. Two days before we were supposed to go, Kevin Bradshaw (the owner) notified us he had to cancel due to "water taxi problems". He tried to talk us into a lesser trip with a 45 min to 1 hr. paddle in & out of the harbor (boring!) We declined. Then "miraculously" a day before we were supposed to go, he notified us that another paddler had signed up and we could go! Apparently, Kevin doesn't typically go on trips (sending his employees), but he had decided to take this one. So once we got past this hurdle, everything was fantastic. Moral: Don't settle for "seconds".
Fantastic tour!
Susan Z,
Jun 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour! We took a boat ride out to the Broken Islands, kayaked around (water was very calm), lunch, more kayaking and boat ride back. Guides Nolan and Mick were fabulous. They made us feel safe and comfortable. The scenery was magnificet with seals, eagles and a whale sighting. Definitely recommend!
Wonderful day kayaking trip from Uculuet in Broken Group
Matthias Silke,
Oct 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the one day tour in the Broken Group and were the only guests on that day, which was great for us - as some companies cancel not sufficiently booked trips. We had a wonderful day of paddling 24 km with our well experienced guide Joanne, in smooth conditions, sunny and the sea flat like a mirror, exploring much of the Broken Group. When combined with a taxi boat from Uculuet, the islands are a great day trip!
Canada‘s Caribbean hidden gem!
L3622WJjeffb,
Sep 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We timed the weather so perfectly and the experience beat our expectations! Thank you to Jeff and Christine for being amazing hosts/guides. Thank you Kevin for running an amazing business! Cheers from Victoria BC
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