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Whether just a few hours, or a full day, your next meeting will be unique and productive while on board the ship. A few hours on board can mean a tranquil cruise up Indian Arm or a closer look at our bustling port or the prestigious West Vancouver waterfront. We’d be happy to discuss your beverage and food requirements for your cruise. A day trip aboard Great Bear II could take you as far as Horseshoe Bay, Howe Sound, or Bowen Island, or to the head of Indian Arm. You may want to spend the whole day on board, taking in the spectacular natural beauty of the area and being served a gourmet lunch or dinner by our chef. You may wish to cruise to Bowen Island, disembarking for some shopping at galleries and boutiques. Guests can either return to the ship for lunch or dinner or dine at one of the fabulous restaurants on the waterfront on Bowen Island.
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| Season: year round |
| Requirements: Complete personal equipment list will be provided upon request. |
| Suggested Clothing: Complete clothing list will be provided upon request. |
| Difficulty: Easy |
| Restrictions: All details, meal information, group rates and suggestions for custom overnight charters provided upon request. |
| Maximum Number of People: 8 |
| Equipment Provided: The ship is Transport Canada certified as a passenger vessel, carrying all the latest navigation and safety equipment. This 54 foot Hatteras Long Range Cruiser is capable of crossing oceans. Also, 16 foot Zodiac for shore excursions, kayaks on board for quiet exploration while at anchor, hip waders are available. Generator on board to charge camera batteries. |
| Transportation: Trips begin and end in Vancouver, British Columbia. |
| Accommodations: For overnight trips, guests enjoy private accommodation (based on double occupancy) on board. For those single travellers who don't wish to share a room, there is a single berth in the pilothouse. There are two full bathrooms on board, both equipped with electric flushing toilets. Bath towels and facecloths are provided for guests, as well as all linens including pillows with cases, bottom sheets and duvets (non down filled), with duvet covers. Fresh hand towels are put out in each of the bathrooms daily. |
| Meal Information: Snacks and non alcoholic beverages are included, and complete meals can be arranged. |
| Guide Information: Your lead guide and Captain is Eric Boyum. Eric has been exploring and working on the coasts of B.C., Alaska, the Caribbean and the Sea of Cortez for over 25 years. Eric, also a professional firefighter, brings confidence to even the most timid or reticent of guests. One of the founding members of the Bear Viewing Association of B.C., Eric is also the on board bear/wildlife guide and naturalist, sharing his vast knowledge of the natural and cultural histories of the coast. Eric has a great sense of humour and passion for the coast and its wildlife. Strict guidelines are followed for wildlife viewing as well as following protocols for visiting traditional First Nations land, honouring their culture and traditions. |
| Comments: On board our 54 foot ship, guests can lounge in the spacious comfort of our salon/galley area as magnificent scenery passes by outside. A cozy couch for sitting and reading, for visiting with other guests, or for an afternoon siesta, is a much sought after spot on board. Across from the couch, an L shaped seating area with a table, offers a spot to look at your latest photographs on your laptop, play cards or just have a cup of tea and a cookie. Across from the galley area is a "coffee bar", including a selection of teas, coffee and hot chocolate, along with a large bowl of fruit, home made cookies or other treats to entice you-help yourself whenever you like. Guests will love dining in our "revolving restaurant"-sitting at the dining table in our pilothouse-as the boat turns in the tide at anchor or as we travel during the day. (There are almost 360degree views from the pilothouse.) As we travel, guests are welcome to join the Captain in the pilothouse for briefings on points of interest, wildlife sightings, navigation instruction, or even to take a turn at the wheel of Great Bear II. Whether it's getting involved in the ship's steering and navigation or just sitting with a cup of coffee, a freshly baked treat and a good book, guests seem to love this special place on board. Outside on the foredeck there is plenty of room for photographers to use their tripods and a long settee for lounging. The aft deck, the entrance to the ship, is covered, which gives us space to hang outdoor gear, and the perfect spot for the chef's herb garden. All in all, there is plenty of room on board for guests and crew to enjoy each other or to enjoy some solitude in a private spot. The small group focus of these tours allow more personalized service, more privacy and more comfort. |
| Trip Duration |
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1 day
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$950.00* per day for ship
Full day cruise |
1 day
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$150.00* per hour for ship
Hourly cruises, 2 hour minimum |
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax
If you have any questions or would like more information about a particular adventure, please email us.
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