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Voyage to Desolation Sound

Desolation Sound sits at the north end of Canada’s Sunshine Coast. Many yachters and sailors regard this area as some of the best saltwater cruising ground in the world. The pristine waters of Desolation Sound are surrounded by steep evergreen mountains, all teeming with native North American wildlife. Come aboard the Zodiac as we sail up to Desolation Sound for a twelve day trip full of scenic fjords, inlets, waterfalls and marine life.

Book now to reserve your place on this once in a lifetime adventure cruise. See our Desolation Sound page for full details.

Below are some passenger photos from past Desolation Sound trips onboard the Schooner Zodiac. Click any image for a larger view.

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    Kayaking around Zodiac at anchor.
  • First Mate calls distance back to helm
  • Schooner Zodiac in from of 250ft waterfall
  • Preparing for lunch in the ship's galley
  • Passengers and crew relax under the awning before dinner in Desolation Sound
  • Zodiac at anchor near Melville Island
  • Desolation Sound waterfall
  • Crew members on bowsprit measure distance to waterfall
  • Sunset in the Gulf Islands en route to Desolation Sound
  • Captain Mehrer at the helm on the return trip - yes, maybe it does rain once in a while in the Northwest!
  • Relaxation time aboard Schooner Zodiac
  • A fine catch in Fredericks Arm, Desolation Sound
  • Frequent Desolation Sound passenger Betty at bow watch
  • Canadian Brown Bear on the shore, Desolation Sound
  • Transiting through the inlets in Desolation Sound
  • Kayaking to waterfalls in Desolation Sound