Our Tour Boats
2021 built, state-of-the-art, 12-passenger landing craft tour boats are unlike any other in Campbell River. Our tour boats offer an all-in-one package where adventure meets comfort. Onboard toilet, USB charging ports, cozy seating, and a 12-passenger maximum means your experience is relaxed and personable.
χawgəs (Howgus)
Meaning grizzly bear in the Homalco language
ƛoχʷay (Klohoy)
Meaning salmon in the Homalco language
Our tour boats* uniquely feature two seating options for every guest. On tour you have access to both!
- 12 Comfort Seats inside the heated cabin
- Motorcoach quality bucket seat with arm rests, beverage holders and USB charging stations
- 12 Adventure Seats outside on the front deck
- Comfortable bucket seats
- Adventure seats are similar to riding a zodiac…but better because there is a bathroom and warm cabin behind you if needed!
Tour Boat Specs:
- Landing craft design with front deck that lowers to allow guests to walk directly off the boat onto a shore/beach in areas without docks
- Extra-wide-and-tall, heated cabin for guest comfort and spaciousness
- Extra-large windows in the cabin — the largest in any tour boats in Campbell River — allow for unprecedented wildlife and nature viewing
- Easy-access toilet inside cabin
- Twin fuel-efficient Yamaha 300HP outboard motors
- State-of-the-art navigation and electronics for guest safety
*Vessel type is not guaranteed. We reserve the right to substitute boats due to servicing or availability as necessary.
Tour Boat Comparison Chart
| Features | Other Companies | Our Tour Boats |
|---|---|---|
| 100% Indigenous owned | No | Yes |
| Custom designed landing craft style | Mostly Not | Yes |
| Brand new in 2021 | No | Yes |
| Two seats for every passenger | No | Yes |
| Adventure seats and comfort seats on every tour! | Mostly Not | Yes |
| Can wear your own clothes, no bulky suits needed | Many Not | Yes |
| Heated cabin | Some | Yes |
| Washrooms | Some | Yes |
| Can easily make shore landings | Mostly Not | Yes |
| Hydrophone equipped | Some | Yes |
| Beautiful with authentic First Nations art decor | No | Yes |
| Handy amenities such as USB charging ports and drink holders built in | Some | Yes |
| Extra Large windows in cabin for optimal viewing | No | Yes |
| State of the art navigation system | Some | Yes |
Artwork on both tour boats were designed by Homalco First Nation artists:
Marselis Carmichael (youth)
ihos and grizzly bear on χawgəs (Howgus)
Sherman Pallen
raven/sun and moon/salmon on ƛoχʷay (Klohoy)
