Batstar Sea Kayak Outfitters
Sea Kayak Tour Outfitter on Vancouver Island
Professional Sea Kayak Tour Outfitters.
We specialize in outfitting self-guided sea kayaking groups of 8-12 people from around the world for multi-day trips to The Broken Group Islands, The Deer Group Islands and Clayoquot Sound on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, Canada. Just arrive with your outdoor clothing. We take care of all the details and are ready for your arrival so that you can get right into nature.
Note: Minimum booking is 8. This is not a guided tour & we do not rent kayaks or gear.
Using Our Trip System: Seamless Integration
Sea Kayaking Gear
We supply highly rated Seaward Sea Kayaks. All Coast Guard required gear is provided.
Camping Gear
No matter what the weather, you'll be warm and dry in our tents. Group tarps too.
Kitchen Gear
Our professional kitchen gear can easily serve groups of 12. Stoves and fuel are provided.
Food & Menu
Our menu features fresh food and can easily accommodate food allergies and intolerances.
Trip Planning
Tell us about your paddling group and we can make destination and specific camp recommendations
Accommodation
First and last night at our acreage B&B. Available 24/7 if there is a change in weather or plans.
Confidence
There’s enough anxiety in trying to plan a sea kayaking trip, let alone a remote trip hundreds if not thousands of kilometres away. Expedition planning involves lots of gear, food and time. By choosing Batstar, you can focus on your travel plans and clothing and leave the details to us.
We Make it Easy
We provide professional quality outdoor gear and feature a nutritionally complete menu that utilizes as much local organic food as possible. Our local Alberni Valley is very fertile. We have everything ready for your arrival at our B&B. By reducing the stress around the gear, food, accommodation and planning we know that you'll be able to relax faster once you get here.
After booking, you can access your detailed pre-trip information on-line. This will help your group get oriented with the gear, menu and accommodation in advance of your trip. This makes our orientation when you arrive quicker so you can pack and get ready and still enjoy your evening.
We buy your food and prepare it in hand-made custom food bags to keep you organized. Your menu and recipes will guide you through the week. The snack bag alone is worth the trip. We can accommodate diets, food intolerances and allergies.
Your country accommodation is quiet and comfortable with lots of room to organize and pack your gear. Lakes and trails are 2-10 minutes away. No guests stay at the B&B while you're away so you can leave your travel gear in your room. If you encounter bad weather (rare) or someone feels ill, you can come back and do day trips. With accommodation for 8 hard to find in the summer, having a solid backup plan if circumstances change leads to better peace of mind and outcomes.
"There are over 1000 individual pieces of gear and food that go into a multi-night trip. Gear bags, food bags, cutlery bag, first aid kit, repair kit, snack bag: miss one item and it could be the difference between having a trip of a lifetime vs experiencing stress and changing your plans. By having the hundreds of details taken care of, you can get the most out of your much anticipated vacation sea kayaking on the West Coast of Canada."
Bringing the World to BC to Sea Kayak
We prefer sea kayaking on the remote west side of Vancouver Island that faces the open Pacific Ocean. The dynamic landscape we paddle in is sculpted by eons of waves and we love finding relaxing swell in open areas.
Each destination offers something different and unique. What binds them together is the the Nuu Chah Nulth First Nations culture. You will camp on or pass through several First Nation owned and territorial lands on your Pacific Rim sea kayaking adventure. Come and experience the west coast lifestyle that makes this region so amazing.
"In my 20 years of professional guiding, my number one observation is that people become more relaxed, connected and themselves by the third day of their first wilderness camping trip. This is when the anxiety about the activity, gear, food and bathroom fades away and ease in the environment starts. The relaxation process kicks in and your body's rhythm syncs with the sun and tides.
On subsequent trips, there is less anxiety and the therapeutic effects of nature start before the trip as anticipation of fun and relaxation peaks. We want our guests to get to the rejuvenation park of the experience as fast as possible."
- Blake Johnson
Transportation
You are responsible for your transportation while on Vancouver Island.
We highly recommend that you fly into Comox (YQQ) and rent a vehicle. Our B&B is just over an hour away from Comox. Depending on your destination, we can recommend the type of vehicle to rent. Rental companies only allow pickup trucks to be used on gravel roads.
We can help walk you through all of your transportation options.
