Hotsprings Cove tours
Total trip time approximately 6 hours.
The
boat cruise will be on our12, 15 or 25-passenger cabin cruisers and is
approx. 1 hour 15 minutes long each way. This leg
of the tour takes us
north through 26 miles of Clayoquot Sound to Hot Springs Cove. En route
(weather permitting), we may view seals and stellar Sealion colonies on
the wind swept ocean reefs. Stops may also be made at the favorite whale
feeding bays to spy the gentle giants in their natural habitat, or even
see Killer Whales (Orcas) as they pass through on their hunt for food.
Stops may also be made for viewing the special bird life. (Eagles and
their young, Puffins and a multitude of other species.)
Once at Hot Springs Cove we’ll
disembark on Hot Springs Dock and head out on a 1.5 km. cedar boardwalk
through pristine old growth forest and rugged shore line out to the tip of
the peninsula (Sharp Point) where the hot springs are located. There is a
change room for
changing into swimsuits. The hot springs are at ocean level and 
are almost
boiling where they emerge from the ground then the Hot-spring travel down
15 meters, over a waterfall (42 C.) and into several natural rock pools.
People in the lower pools at certain tides can enjoy a rush of cold ocean
then hot spring water. You then descend into the natural pools for a
soothing soak in the mineral waters that is so good for the mind and the
body! Bring a picnic lunch, refreshments, walking shoes, bathing suit,
water slippers, a towel and a camera. We spend 
approx. 3 hours on the Hot
Springs portion of the tour. On the cruise back to Tofino, in your relaxed
state of mind, you will take in the breathtaking West Coast scenery. View
first nation villages, temperate rainforests, and rugged mountains. Back
in time to satisfy a huge appetite. A truly great way to spend a Clayoquot
Day.
Departures are 8:30 A.M. & 11:30 A.M. daily in summer and 10:00 A.M. daily in the winter.
RACK Prices: Adults $75.00 / Seniors & Students $70.00 / Children 6-12 $50.00 / Kids 1-5 $20.00 (one child per family free) Group rates are available upon request (12 of more persons).
Please note: 7% Goods & services Tax must be added to the above prices and a $2.00 (non-taxable) research fee is added to all tickets sold. This is donated for whale and bird research in the area.
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Pacific Rim Whale Express
Day trip tour for whale watching
From Vancouver, Nanaimo, Parksville, Quallicum & Port Alberni
North Vancouver Airlines
1-888-228-6608