Albin 79 Quarter Ton class (1976) • Sailboat • 26 ft • 5 pers • Sidney

What’s better than a day of sailing off the coast of Sidney on Vancouver Island? Ending that day camping on one of B.C.’s world famous Pacific coast beaches. Popular destinations like Sidney Spit Marine Park and Discovery Island Marine Park offer beautiful, boat access only campsites that give you the best of both worlds—time on the water and a peaceful night ashore. After a day of boating, sometimes it just feels right to sleep on solid ground, with nothing between you and the stars but your tent. It’s a great way to spend a night (or two), taking your time exploring the shoreline, wildlife, and trails at your own pace. When you’re ready to head out, I can pick you up directly from your campsite sailing from your location and, if you’d like, dropping you off on another island before we cruise back toward the marina. (Note: Island to island return or repositioning requires an additional 4 hour booking.) The boat comfortably carries up to 5 guests, but space gets tight for overnight sleeping, which makes camping the perfect option. Bring a tent, sleeping mat, pillow, and sleeping bag, and you’re set. If you love boating and camping, this is your chance to enjoy remote beaches and coastal wilderness only accessible by boat. After we arrive, simply load your gear into the dinghy, row ashore, and set up camp. If camping isn’t your thing, no problem! We can keep the day focused on sailing. On calmer days with little wind, you can try fishing or dropping a crab trap (B.C. tidal fishing license required). There are also DVDs and colouring pages on board for kids. Trips are approximately 4 hours and can be scheduled for morning or afternoon, I’m flexible. And not to worry You’re in great hands! Our boat and captain are fully Transport Canada certified, commercially registered, and properly insured. Look for the blue Transport Canada decal proudly displayed on our vessel; it's your sign that you’re boarding a boat that’s committed to the highest standards of safety and professionalism. This decal shows Transport Canada Safety Officers and the RCMP that we’re active participants in the Small Vessel Compliance Program (SVCP), a program designed to keep commercial operators running safely, responsibly, and legally. This is the perfect boat to kick back, relax, enjoy the sun, and take in the beauty of the Gulf Islands. We depart near the Swartz Bay (Victoria) ferry terminal, with optional pick up available. Boat accessible camping is one of the most enjoyable ways to experience the coastal lifestyle. With endless beaches and sheltered bays, the B.C. coast is a paradise for boating, swimming, exploring, and coastal hiking. Ready, set, let’s go Sailing and Camping in Gulf Islands of British Columbia