Things to do in Barkley Sound, Vancouver Island: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

August 30, 2021 Veronika Gaddis

Discover the best top things to do in Barkley Sound, British Columbia including Archipelago Wildlife Cruises, Majestic Ocean Kayaking, WestCoast Wild Adventures, Castaway Charters, Wild Pacific Sailing - Day Tours, Salmon Eye Charters - Day Adventures, Ucluelet Private Charters, Wild Pacific Charters, Beachcomber Ocean Tours, Hot Pursuit Salmon & Halibut Charters.
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1. Archipelago Wildlife Cruises

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5.0 based on 1,008 reviews

Archipelago Wildlife Cruises

For an unforgettable West Coast experience, step aboard our spacious 53 foot luxury motor yacht for a tour unlike any other to look for whales, bears, sea lions, sea otters and other wildlife in comfort. More than just wildlife viewing, our interpretive tours include a scenic cruise through the sheltered waters of the Broken Group islands section of Pacific Rim National Park and a gourmet meal while at anchor. Romantic evening wildlife cruises and private charters are also available.

2. Majestic Ocean Kayaking

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5.0 based on 853 reviews

Majestic Ocean Kayaking

Join us on a wildlife adventure kayaking trip, we are located on the calm waterfront of Ucluelet Harbour. Ucluelet's Original Kayak Company. Decades of award winning years leading on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Professional wildlife adventure kayak tours for half day, full day and multi day adventures from Ucluelet, in Barkley Sound and the Broken Group Islands, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, and in Clayoquot Sound-Tofino. Come visit us...drive through town and find us at the end of Marine Drive where it intersects with Helen Road. Our Majestic Ocean Kayaking offices are located in a beautiful setting surrounded by cedar trees, wildlife and the calm waters of Ucluelet Harbour.

3. WestCoast Wild Adventures

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5.0 based on 285 reviews

WestCoast Wild Adventures

Our professional guides will provide a safe and educational WestCoast Wild Zipline experience you'll remember for the rest of your life! Grab the Adventure, keep the memories! You can rent a Kayak or SUP and explore the river and canyon for another unbelievable exploration! We capture spectacular images of your tour experience that you can instantly view and share on your phone! Merchandise onsite.

4. Castaway Charters

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5.0 based on 26 reviews

Castaway Charters

32 Foot Luxury Sportfish Boat, Enjoy a day or 3 Catching Salmon and Halibut, many days we hook into over 40 fish. Castaway Matches all competitors Guarantees, but trust me you don't need that in these waters, we are located at Small Craft Harbours, off Hemlock street, Ucluelet, BC. Operating right here since 2002. We know where the fish are.

5. Wild Pacific Sailing - Day Tours

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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Wild Pacific Sailing - Day Tours

Wild Pacific sailing offers day sailing and sunset sailing tours in the nearby sheltered waters of the Barkley sound and Broken Group Island archipelago. Custom trips for any special occasion available. Fresh local cuisine, coffee hot chocolate and cold bevies included on all tours. Trips take place onboard our fully outfitted 34 foot hunter yacht.

6. Salmon Eye Charters - Day Adventures

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5.0 based on 121 reviews

Salmon Eye Charters - Day Adventures

Offers guided multi day and single day fishing trips from Ucluelet for salmon and halibut in 27-29 ft sport fishing boats all with large cabins, toilets and top of the line gear.

7. Ucluelet Private Charters

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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Ucluelet Private Charters

Ucluelet Charters is a year round local fishing charter company and operator which strives to offer the best experience possible. Whether you're a hardcore fisherman looking to limit out or a family looking for a relaxing informative day on the water we tailor the day to make sure you have the most enjoyable day possible. The trip is about you, your friends and family so come experience an excellent day on the water with Ucluelet Charters :) Specializing in targeting Salmon, Halibut, Rock Cod, Ling Cod, Crabs, and much more. I look forward to the opportunity to guiding your next West Coast Fishing Adventure! Offering 4, 6 & 8 hour trip options; please inquire for more details. To view current fishing reports please visit our Ucluelet Charters Website then select Fishing Reports.

8. Wild Pacific Charters

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5.0 based on 33 reviews

Wild Pacific Charters

Wild Pacific Charters provides Fully Guided offshore BC Salmon Fishing and Halibut Fishing Charters. Our 30 foot Grady White has up to date equipment, electronics and we have over 20 years’ experience in saltwater fishing with extensive knowledge of local areas. All fishing gear/tackle supplied, fully insured and licensed. We invite you to enjoy a day of fishing for fantastic BC salmon, Pacific halibut and various cod fish.

9. Beachcomber Ocean Tours

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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Beachcomber Ocean Tours

For an unforgettable experience join us on one of our tours, 3 hr Whale Wildlife Watching tour or 2.5 3 hr. Bear Wildlife tour Bear Wildlife Watching in calm, protected waters of Barkley Sound and Ucluelet Harbour in search of Black Bears foraging along scenic shorelines at low tide. Learn about bear behaviour and capture perfect photo's only available from the water. View majestic eagles, rowdy sea lions, shy seals, playful raccoons. Whale Wildlife Watching Encounters with Gray and Humpback Whales, Steller and California Sea Lions, Harbour Seals, Dolphins, Seabirds, Sea Otters, visiting Orca Whales await you in the magical waters of Barkley Sound. MV Blackfish is a high speed 30 foot 12 passenger boat, heated cabin, washroom, sliding windows. Transport Canada Certified with full electronics, safety gear and life raft. Member of BC Marine Mammal Response Network, BC Cetacean Sightings Network, and Coastal Ocean Research Institute an Ocean Wise Initiative. Explore the Wild.

10. Hot Pursuit Salmon & Halibut Charters

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5.0 based on 53 reviews

Hot Pursuit Salmon & Halibut Charters

We operate a world class fishing charter out of Ucluelet on the West Coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. Ucluelet waters provide some of the best Trophy Salmon fishing and Halibut fishing in the world. We offer experienced guides that get you to the fish and help you land them plus ensure you travel in comfort aboard our 30ft Proline boat.

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