Everything tastes better on a boat.
If you love locally foraged, farmed and fished ingredients - B.C. is the place. Wild Pacific waters yield salmon, halibut, and spot prawns. Farmers raise animals with care and cultivate fertile valleys. Wild edibles abound from forests, beaches, meadows and seas. Artisan wine makers and world-class brewers and distillers capture the taste of the land.
We value seasonality, sustainability and a deep respect for place. Each freshly shucked oyster, wild-foraged mushroom and hand-crafted cheese tells a story of our land, sea and the people who call this beautiful coast home. Generations of Indigenous knowledge, immigrant influences and pioneering chefs shape this place. Today’s community of passionate growers, artisans and chefs carry forward a rich culinary tradition rooted in our diverse landscapes and cultures. Become part of the story.
Culinary Guide to Coastal B.C.
Our curated guide to our favorite places to dine and provision.
All of These Things
Butchers
Farmers Markets
Fish & Seafood Shops
Foraging & Culinary Tours
Bakeries & Cafes
Markets & Marina Stores
Favorite Restaurants
Boutique Wine, Beer & Spirits
In All of These Places
Vancouver Island from Victoria to the Broughtons
The Gulf Islands, Desolation Sound & The Broughtons
The Sunshine Coast & Mainland Vancouver
Port to Palate Culinary Adventures
GULF ISLANDS GOURMET LOOP
GULF ISLANDS GOURMET LOOP
GULF ISLANDS GOURMET LOOP
June 5-13, 2026 (Preboard June 5)
8-Days/Nights
For Sail Boaters
Build your navigation, crew and skippering skills on a cruise as delicious as it is educational. Enjoy gourmet dining, farmers markets and the best tastes of Vancouver Island as you explore the South Coast’s best anchorages, harbours and shoreline restaurants.
Open to sailors at all skills levels.
Certification & Training Focus:
Introduction to Cruising, Competent Crew, Bareboat Skipper and Coastal Navigation
Itinerary Stops
(Weather Dependent)
Thetis Island, Salt Spring Island,
Gabriola Island, Brentwood Bay, Wallace Island and more.
Join as an Individual or Group
aboard a Charter Vessel or Your Own Private Boat.
DESOLATION SOUND EXPLORER
GULF ISLANDS GOURMET LOOP
GULF ISLANDS GOURMET LOOP
July 29-Aug. 9, 2026 (Preboard July 29)
12-Days/Nights
For Sail Boaters
Gain valuable sea-miles and learn advanced navigation and anchoring skills as we explore waterfalls and the incredible shoreline of the Sunshine Coast, Desolation Sound and the Discovery Islands during the most beautiful time of year.
Open to sailors at all skills levels.
Certification & Training Focus: Coastal Navigation, Coastal/Bareboat Skipper (IYT-ICC)
Itinerary Stops
(Weather Dependent)
Pender Harbour, Secret Cove, Toba Wilderness Marina, Cortez Island,
West Redonda Island, Quadra Island and more.
Join us as an Individual or Group
aboard a Charter Vessel or Your Own Private Boat.
FLotilla booking details
PRICING PER PERSON FOR INDIVIDUALS & SMALL GROUPS
PRICING PER PERSON FOR INDIVIDUALS & SMALL GROUPS
PRICING PER PERSON FOR INDIVIDUALS & SMALL GROUPS
Costs & Booking Confirmation
All-Inclusive Educational Fee starting at $6,995 CAD. One person per cabin. 40% off for 2nd person in shared cabin.
Educational Fee Includes: on-board meals, one gourmet group dining experience, special shore excursion, certification materials, daily instruction & fully appointed vessel.
50% deposit required to confirm booking.
Payment in full due 60-days prior to arrival.
PRICING FOR PRIVATE BOATS & BAREBOAT CHARTERS
PRICING PER PERSON FOR INDIVIDUALS & SMALL GROUPS
PRICING PER PERSON FOR INDIVIDUALS & SMALL GROUPS
Costs & Booking Confirmation
Educational Fee starting at $1,997* CAD
Education Fee Includes: moorage, local provision box, gourmet group dining experience and shore excursion, fully appointed vessel, training materials & expert coaching.
*Bareboat Charters pricing based on vessel selected by clients.
*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.
MORE THAN JUST TRAINING
PRICING PER PERSON FOR INDIVIDUALS & SMALL GROUPS
MORE THAN JUST TRAINING
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 focus on 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.