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Backpacking the West Coast Trail

Hike one of the most beautiful trails in the world on this backpacking expedition along the West Coast Trail in Pacific Rim National Park, BC. Enjoy the natural majesty of the West Coast Trail – one step at a time. A hiker’s paradise, the famous West Coast Trail provides the diversity of sandy coastline, scenic cliffs and rugged trails and offers a new challenge with each sunrise. This remarkable route has earned an international reputation and appeals to the adventurous hiker who appreciates beautiful scenery and a physical challenge. The route takes you through old growth forest, across suspension bridges, down streams and rivers and out into the open coast. The trail, which draws hundreds of visitors each year, was originally developed as a rescue trail for shipwreck survivors on the rough Pacific Coast of Vancouver Island.

Backpacking the West Coast Trail

Your guides will ensure that your enjoyment is equal to the magnificent scenery of this spectacular coastal foot path. This backpack has almost everything - sweeping sandy beaches, sea caves, rocky headlands, shelves teeming with marine life, and spectacular waterfalls. Besides the backpacking, the trail offers many opportunities to explore tidal pools in the area. The bays are full of inter-tidal life. Hiking through the ancient forests is also a popular activity. Fishing is superb, provided you have a license! The West Coast Trail is a spectacular trekking trip but is also considered challenging. Participants are required to be of good physical fitness level and as the group equipment will be shared they should be capable of carrying 12 – 15 kg per person above personal equipment!

Backpacking the West Coast Trail

Season: July to August
Requirements: Sleeping bag, 75-80 L backpack, flashlight.
Suggested Items: Camera, daypack, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle.
Suggested Clothing: Rain gear, warm fleece or wool jacket, hiking pants, long t-shirt, gaiters, hiking boots, wool socks, long underwear, camp shoes, bathing suit and towel, hat. Clothing and equipment list available.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Maximum Number of People: 8
Equipment Provided: Tent, State-of-the-art lightweight camping gear, park fees, hiker preparation guide, waterproof map.
Transportation: Trips originate and end from Victoria, British Columbia.
Accommodations: Accommodations are at campsites along the route.
Bed and Breakfasts in this area: Prior House B&B Inn
Meal Information: Most of the food we pack along is dehydrated, although we do pack along fresh food as well. We choose to use dehydrate food supplies to limit weight and waste. Once prepared our meals are hearty and delicious. We are happy to accommodate vegetarians!
Guide Information: Services of two experienced and certified hiking guides.
Weather Information: Weather conditions can be variable ranging from daytime temperatures of 21° C to 24° C (70° F to 75° F). Evenings are cool with temperatures near 10° C (55° F). Extended periods of rain are unusual, but possible, and mornings may be foggy.
Comments: $155 park fees applies.
Trip Duration Price
7 days

$1645.00* per person
July 11, 25, August 15, 2010
*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax , 7.00% Provincial Sales Tax

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Backpacking the West Coast Trail

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