2025 educational adventures
Experience British Columbia at her most wild & beautiful.
Come as you are - these curated experiences are designed for all experience levels.
Gulf Islands AdventuresThe perfect training grounds for new and experienced boaters. These beautiful islands provide tranquil anchorages, charming marinas, and challenging currents to help you develop skills that will apply to all of your future cruising goals.
Itinerary stops include: Todd Inlet, Brentwood Bay, Cowichan Bay, Montague Harbour, Salt Spring Island, Pender Island, Saturna Island, Tumbo Island and Cabbage Island, Thetis Island, Wallace Island & more.
Fjords of British Columbia Practice advanced navigation in one of the world’s most challenging cruising grounds. Practice weather skills. Master tides & currents. Increase your knowledge of electronic navigation in the company of experienced, passionate professionals who will teach you how to cruise anywhere in the world.
Nanaimo Yacht Charters & Sailing School
Check out the fleet of Power, Sail and Catamaran available for bareboat charter.
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GULF ISLANDS CRUISING FOR BIRD LOVERS
GULF ISLANDS CRUISING FOR BIRD LOVERS
GULF ISLANDS CRUISING FOR BIRD LOVERS
A very special Spring Adventure during peak migration season.
Learn anchoring & safe boat-handling that respects bird sanctuaries, nesting zones & other sensitive ecosystems.
Apply your coastal navigation exercises to expertise provided by the B.C. Bird Trail to enjoy on-water bird viewing while you practice coastal navigation & decision-making when weather is dynamic & winds are a little less predictable.
Itinerary based on bird-count reports & migratory patterns.
May 16-21, 2025 (Preboard May 15)
5-days/5-nights
for Sail & Power Boaters
Costs
Per Person: All-Incl. starting at $5399 CAD
Bareboat Charters: Educational Fee starting at $3850 CAD
See below for Booking Details
SUMMER BBQ IN THE GULF ISLANDS
GULF ISLANDS CRUISING FOR BIRD LOVERS
GULF ISLANDS CRUISING FOR BIRD LOVERS
This trip will make anyone fall in love with boating.
The perfect blend of adventure & skill building for new boaters, skippers seeking coaching & fun in B.C. at the peak of summer.
Designed to help you learn to relax & have more fun while learning to manage busy anchorages & marinas & work as a supportive crew. Gain coastal navigation experience while you enjoy long days exploring the region. Gain new skills & fall in love with the Gulf Islands, where celebrated pit masters (gluten-free and vegetarian options available) & local breweries make this course as delicious as it is educational.
July 17-23, 2025 (Preboard July 16)
6-Days/7-Nights
for Sail & Power Boaters
Costs
Per Person: All-Incl. starting at $5399 CAD
Bareboat Charters: Educational Fee starting at $3850 CAD
See below for Booking Details
CRUISING WITH INTENTION: SOBER CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF SALT SPRING ISLAND
CRUISING WITH INTENTION: SOBER CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF SALT SPRING ISLAND
CRUISING WITH INTENTION: SOBER CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF SALT SPRING ISLAND
Circumnavigate one of B.C.’s most beautiful islands.
Take home lessons in anchoring, mooring and docking that will lead you to greater enjoyment (and safety) as a team and a greater appreciation of this very special corner of the world.
This fun, innovative course focuses on practical boat handling & coastal navigation to increase your confidence on the water.
Learn to time the tides and currents, decision-making for successful (and restful) anchoring, how to navigate well-chartered but often un-marked hazards, and – most importantly – how to have a fun, relaxing time on the water.
August 23-29, 2025 (Preboard Aug. 22)
6-Days/7-Nights for Sail Boaters
Costs
Per Person: All-Incl. starting at $5399 CAD
Bareboat Charters: Educational Fee starting at $3850 CAD
See below for Booking Details
WOMEN'S MILEMAKER ADVENTURE
CRUISING WITH INTENTION: SOBER CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF SALT SPRING ISLAND
CRUISING WITH INTENTION: SOBER CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF SALT SPRING ISLAND
Spend a week with friends new and old on a delicious Adventure designed to provide coaching and skill-building for women boaters at all levels of skill.
Practice anchoring, coastal navigation and develop your skippering skills alongside encouraging women instructors who focus on helping you become confident and competent as you reach your goals.
Sept. 19-25, 2025 (Preboard Sept. 18)
for Sail & Power Boaters
Costs
Per Person: All-Incl. starting at $5399 CAD
Bareboat Charters: Educational Fee starting at $3850 CAD
See below for Booking Details
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JERVIS INLET, PRINCESS LOUISA & THE SUNSHINE COAST
JERVIS INLET, PRINCESS LOUISA & THE SUNSHINE COAST
JERVIS INLET, PRINCESS LOUISA & THE SUNSHINE COAST
Experience the grandeur at one of the most beautiful fjords in North America on a magical journey to Princess Louisa Provincial Marine Park.
Learn how to cross the Salish Sea & navigate complex weather, tides & currents on a journey as challenging as it is breathtaking.
Highlights include stops at Pender Harbour, the ‘Venice of British Columbia’, Secret Cove, Lasquitti Island, & two days exploring the tranquil beauty of Princess Louisa Inlet Marine Park.
May 24 - June 1, 2025 (Preboard May 23)
8-days/9-nights
for Power Boaters
Costs
Per Person: All-Incl. starting at $9125 CAD
Bareboat Charters: Educational Fee, starting at $6435 CAD
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COASTAL JOURNEY IN TOBA & BUTE INLET
JERVIS INLET, PRINCESS LOUISA & THE SUNSHINE COAST
JERVIS INLET, PRINCESS LOUISA & THE SUNSHINE COAST
Share the shore with bears, salmon and the company of fellow explorers on this journey into the fjords of the southern Coastal B.C. Mountains through the Discovery Islands & Desolation Sound.
Cruise in awe of some of the grandest fjords in the world on this journey through rugged coastal mountains rising nearly 10,000 feet from emerald waters that reach depths of more than 2100 feet.
Learn from the people who know it best as you learn to navigate fast currents & large tides in the region’s most challenging rapids.
Highlights include: Toba Wilderness Resort & dinner at the Dent Island Marina.
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11-days/12-nights
for Power Boaters
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GULF ISLANDS ADVENTURES
WHY THESE TRAININGS ARE SO SPECIAL
GULF ISLANDS ADVENTURES
Costs & Booking Confirmation
3-Boat Minimum Participation Required
Per Person Course
All-Inclusive starting at $5399
Includes: on-board meals, one gourmet group dining experience, special shore excursion, certification materials, daily instruction & fully appointed vessel.
One person per cabin. 35% off for 2nd person in shared cabin.
50% deposit required to confirm booking.
Payment in full due 60-days prior to arrival.
Bareboat Charters
Charter vessel plus Educational Fee starting at $3850* CAD
Includes: moorage, local provision box for first day, gourmet group dining experience and shore excursion for 2, fully appointed vessel, training materials & expert coaching.
*On-board expert instructors priced separately.
40% deposit on charter vessel required to confirm booking.
Payment in full for charter vessel plus Educational Fee due 60-days prior to departure.
FJORDS OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
WHY THESE TRAININGS ARE SO SPECIAL
GULF ISLANDS ADVENTURES
Costs & Booking Confirmation
4-Boat Minimum Participation Required
Per Person Course
All-Inclusive starting at $9125
Includes: on-board meals, one gourmet group dining experience, special shore excursion, certification materials, daily instruction & fully appointed vessel.
One person per cabin. 35% off for 2nd person in shared cabin.
50% deposit required to confirm booking.
Payment in full due 60-days prior to arrival.
Bareboat Charters
Charter vessel plus Educational Fee starting at $6435* CAD
Includes: moorage, local provision box for first day, gourmet group dining experience & shore excursion for 2, fully appointed vessel, training materials & expert coaching.
*On-board expert instructors priced separately.
40% deposit on charter vessel required to confirm booking.
Payment in full for charter vessel plus Educational Fee due 60 days prior to departure.
WHY THESE TRAININGS ARE SO SPECIAL
WHY THESE TRAININGS ARE SO SPECIAL
WHY THESE TRAININGS ARE SO SPECIAL
Extraordinary Experiences
We sweat the small stuff: We take the time to ensure that you experience the best of each local community we visit, enjoy local provisions & meet local guides who know each region best.
We go beyond the skills: Our itineraries go beyond a typical skills-based course.
Learn how to raft in busy anchorages, navigate sensitive habitats & work with teams of experienced instructors who will teach you decision-making skills that will enhance your leadership skills - wherever you choose to apply them.
We make the time to learn about you: Expect to get to know us long before you arrive, finalizing our itineraries in the weeks before your arrival to allow for weather changes & any special requests.