Sunshine Coast Explorer from Whitehorse

Starting from

$3890*

Price in Canadian Dollars, includes taxes and fees.

Tour like a local amongst one of British Columbia's best kept secrets - the Sunshine Coast!

From Gibsons to Egmont, beaches to rainforest, this self-guided road trip is the perfect introduction to the Sunshine Coast. Enjoy travel at your own pace while following a well-designed route that takes you to all the best spots on the Coast — it’s like having a local guide in the back seat.

Trip Highlights

  • Return flight on Air North Yukon's Airline
  • Day 1: Horseshoe Bay to Gibsons and Roberts Creek. The trip begins at Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal in West Vancouver where you'll board the ferry to the Sunshine Coast. Spend the ~40 minute scenic ride on the sun deck, or grab a coffee and watch the view from the lounge. Once you arrive on the Coast, make your way to the town of Gibsons - a charming seaside village with the backdrop of the Howe Sound and coast mountains in the distance. Continue on your drive up the coast to Roberts Creek and settle into a peaceful Bed & Breakfast where a welcome dinner is waiting. The evening is free to enjoy as you wish - we recommend spending time on the beach to enjoy the sunset and perhaps even a campfire. The Bed & Breakfast also features spa services and a hot tub. Meals included: Dinner.
  • Day 2: Sea Kayaking and Exploring Sechelt. After breakfast at the B&B, it's time to get out on the water and explore the coast by sea kayak. This half-day guided tour will take you through the protected waters around Sechelt Inlet, Halfmoon Bay, or Smuggler Cove depending on the group's interests and ability. Keep an eye for marine mammals and bird life as you paddle along the rugged shoreline, including seals and jellyfish. The afternoon is an open canvas - we'll work with you to plan an itinerary that suits your interests. Meals included: Breakfast.
  • Day 3: Sechelt, Madeira Park & Ruby Lake. Start your day with a stroll along the beach or a hike among the lush rainforest trails nearby. Mid-morning, make your way to the Sechelt Harbour where you'll join a scenic float plane tour over the Sechelt Inlet and surrounding islands. This is a perfect way to see the Coast, to marvel at the expansive fjords and the Strait of Georgia, endless coastline, and waterfront villages scattered throughout. Meals included: Breakfast.
  • Day 4: Princess Louisa Inlet & Chatterbox Falls Tour. Today you join a guided boat tour from Egmont to Princess Louisa Inlet and the iconic Chatterbox Falls. This is a full day tour and requires a packed lunch. The first two hours are spent weaving up the Jervis Inlet, where you'll marvel at the glacial-carved fjords with their impressive granite walls rising from the ocean to plateaus some 1500m above. Along the way, your local guide will delight with stories of the fascinating history of this area - from historic homesteads, trade routes, and logging, to First Nations hunting, overwintering grounds, and pictographs. At the entrance to Princess Louisa Inlet, the boat slows as you meander through the powerful Malibu Rapids, feeling the push and pull from the current in every direction. The final cruise up the inlet to Chatterbox Falls is nothing short of breathtaking - the steep granite walls narrow in, and melting snowpack and fresh rain can create as many as 60 waterfalls flowing down the rock faces. At the head of the inlet, you approach Chatterbox Falls, an impressive waterfall tumbling 40m into the ocean. This area is said to be the most beautiful anchorage in the world, and you'll join other sightseers and boaters alike as you tie up at the dock and head into the park. Enjoy lunch ashore and time to explore the falls and surrounding Provincial Park. You return to Egmont by mid/late afternoon, with time to hike to the famous Skookumchuk narrows rapids, or simply relax in the sun and reflect on your day. For your final night, we recommend a luxurious dinner at the West Coast Wilderness Lodge, or visiting Ruby Lake Resort for a fresh Italian dinner. Meals included: Lunch.
  • Day 5: Return to Gibsons and Horseshoe Bay. Spend the morning relaxing by the lake or take out a canoe or stand-up paddle board for a cruise on the calm water. As you make your way leisurely down the coast, the scenic stops are yours for the choosing. When you reach Gibsons, enjoy a final stroll along the beach or the harbour, or stop for a drink at Persephone Brewing - a local favourite. Catch your ferry in the afternoon at a time of your choosing - with the option to extend your stay. The trip ends at Horseshoe Bay where you can carry on to Vancouver or up the Sea to Sky for more adventures in the mountains. Meals included: N/A.

Stroll through charming seaside towns, relax on one of the many beaches along the route and soak in the laid-back vibe of BC’s beautiful Sunshine Coast. This comprehensive road trip includes locally guided nature hikes, a float plane flight over Sechelt Inlet and a boat tour through glacially carved fjords.

Choose to add on one of the many optional excursions for a truly customized experience.

Offered through our partner, Landsby.

Why book with Air North?

Two items of checked baggage included with every fare, per passenger.

Complimentary snacks and light meals on each flight.

Exceptional customer service and support.

About Air North, Yukon’s Airline

Air North, Yukon’s Airline is proud to offer authentic Yukon hospitality across Canada, offering flights between the Yukon and British Columbia, Alberta, the Northwest Territories, and Ontario.

Winner of Tripadvisor's 2020 Travellers' Choice Award for Best Airline in Canada.

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