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The Southern Gulf Islands are located in the Salish Sea near the south-east corner of Vancouver Island. The largest, such as Salt Spring and Galiano, are easily visited via a network of ferry services, while the majority are small, remote oases boasting rocky shorelines teeming with life that are best explored via sea kayak or paddleboard. The kayak fishing for salmon and cod in these parts is also off the hook. 

Meet the specialists Southern Gulf Islands

From guides and instructors to marina owners and sales reps, here are the people who will ensure you’re not sent up the creek without a, well, you know. 

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BC Marine Trails

BC Marine Trails is a non-profit organization promoting public access to BC’s coastline through marine trails.

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Lessons, Rentals & Tours
Dog Mermaid Eco Excursions, Kayak Rentals & Retreats

Providing eco-excursions via guided kayaking and paddle board tours, Dog Mermaid Eco Excursions is a great place to reconnect with nature.

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Rentals and Tours
Gulf Island Kayaking

Rent or book a kayak tour with Gulf Island Kayaking.

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Rentals and Tours
Kayaking Gulf Islands

Explore Mayne Island at our own pace with kayak and paddle board rentals or booked a guided kayak tour to explore the beautiful waters.

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Rentals, Lessons & Tours
Kayaking Skills Saturna Island

Book a kayak tour, lesson, or rental with Kayaking Skills and explore the Southern Gulf Islands.

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Retail, Tours, Rentals & Lessons
Pender Island Kayak Adventures

Pender Island Kayak Adventures is a perfect place to try anything from kayaking to canoeing and even paddle boarding.

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Tours and Rentals
Salt Spring Adventures

Salt Spring Adventures has many tour and rental options available.

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Learn more about paddling in Southern Gulf Islands

Everything You Need To Know About Paddling The Southern Gulf Islands

A kayak bobs up and down over a forest of bull kelp as the tide recedes from the rocky shoreline of Galiano Island’s Montague Harbour. Galiano is one of the five larger…

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Kayak fishing in BC, people showing caught fish
How to Start Kayak Fishing in BC

Here are 16 ways to slightly alter our paddling practices and improve our experiences at all of the wild places in BC. 

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