Popular Destinations to Sail or Powerboat with Bella Coola Yacht Charters

Cruising the Waterways of the Great Bear Rain Forest:

The Central Coast of British Columbia is the ideal cruising destination. It offers some of the finest scenery on the west coast. The white sand beaches of Hakai Luxbalis Conservatory (pictured above) are located on the outer coast. Hakai, as called by locals, offers 475 square miles of pristine shoreline. Here, marine life is abundant. Seals, sea otters, dolphins, orca & humpback whales are frequently spotted.

Spend the day exploring the expansive maze of islands, inlets and coves. Spend the night tucked into one of the area's numerous picturesque anchorages. Enjoy a salmon barbecue at sunset and soak in the magic of being the only ones there..besides eagles, deer and the occasional wolf.

Next, head inland to the fjords, estuaries, salmon streams and old growth forests of the Coast Mountain Range. Fjordlands Recreation Area lies here. To travel these waters is a dream-like experience, passing through dramatic, seemingly endless fjords and cruising by glacier capped mountains that rise thousands of feet straight up from the water's edge. Motoring is required to navigate through some of the areas narrow passages, while the fjords and long inlets provide exciting sailing opportunities.

Few areas of the world can match the wealth of wildlife in the Coast Mountain Rain Forest. Seals, whales, wolves, grizzly bears, black bears and eagles can all be seen - perhaps in just one day!

Popular Destinations: (Scroll down for more..)

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	Eucott Hot Springs (Minimum days required: 3) With its secure, protected anchorage, awesome scenery and one of the largest, most comfortable natural hot springs, Eucott Bay makes a great overnight trip. This hot springs tub is long enough to swim across. The water temperature is completely adjustable and only takes minutes to completely heat up or cool down.

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	Burke Channel & Dean Channel (Minimum days required: 3-4) Head through beautiful Burke Channel on your way to Namu or Hakai. The scenery here is awe - inspiring. Towering mountains, glaciers and huge waterfalls line both channels of King Island. Orcas, whales and seals are often spotted in these waters. Experience the thrill of watching bears, wolves and eagles as you cruise though the waterways and fjords of the Great Bear Rain Forest.

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	Hakai Luxbalis Conservatory (Minimum days required: 5-7 Also pictured in the Banner at top) Miles of deserted wilderness shoreline and spectacular white sand beaches await you at this huge provincial park on BC's central coast. There are many well protected areas in which to anchor. You can spend days relaxing on the beaches or exploring all the islands, inlets and bays with our kayaks or motorized dinghy.

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	Namu (Minimum days required: 4-5) Whether you're on your way to Hakai Provincial Park or just sailing around King Island, Namu is a great place to stop for provisions (diesel, ice, water, etc.) Namu is the site of a traditional Heiltsuk fishing village, which is one of the most ancient human settlements of the northwest coast. In 1893, a cannery was built on this historic site and closed in the late 1960's. This historic harbor is now a virtual ghost town. Even with with a population of four, there is plenty of friendly hospitality. You can dock overnight for a small charge, explore the town and even take hot showers. The dock has an amazing community building complete with a huge indoor fire pit and full kitchen facilities. All with a beautiful view of Namu Harbor.

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	Codville Lagoon & Sagar Lake (Minimum days required: 5-6) Located at the western end of King Island in Fisher Channel is beautiful Codville Lagoon. A very narrow passage through sheer rock ledges leads you into the pristine lagoon. Secure anchorages are abundant in this large protected area. A short walk up the south west corner of the lagoon takes you to the pink and red sand beaches of Sagar Lake (pictured). The water is warm and is a great place to swim. Its a true paradise.

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	Roscoe Inlet (Minimum days required: 7-8) Some of the most impressive scenery on the Central Coast can be found at Roscoe Inlet. The entire inlet is pristine and loaded with wildlife. Shear rock faces rise thousands of feet straight up from the waters edge - so close you can reach out and touch them. Long summer days warm the water in the bay into the upper 70°s F (upper 20°'s C), making swimming off the boat a refreshing treat. There are several well protected anchorages to choose from, such as Quartcha Bay, (pictured). Bears and wolves are often seen here roaming the shores and grassy meadows below a two thousand foot waterfall.

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	Labouchere Channel (Minimum days required: 2-3) Labouchere Channel connects Dean Channel to Burke Channel. The waters are calm and the scenery is spectacular. While cruising though this channel, be sure to stop at the "ice box" - a huge snow avalanche in a deep crevice that lasts right through summer. Several large waterfalls provide nice lunch stops along the way.

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	Ocean Falls (Minimum days required: 4-5) Re-stock provisions and fuel-up at this genuine ghost town in the BC rain forest. Services here include a lodge with showers and laundry, a restaurant, a saloon, post office, a part time medical clinic, groceries, ice, garbage drop and excellent docks. You'll want to spend some time here exploring the abandoned town. There's a huge hydro-electric dam and many trails through the rain forest to discover.
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	South Bentink Arm (Minimum days required: 2) Explore the surrounding rain forest then head to beautiful Larso Bay for the most secluded, secure anchorage with awesome views of the glacier capped coast mountains. While you're there, be sure to follow the trail to one of the biggest red cedar trees in BC.
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	Tallheo Cannery Inn (Day Trip) We highly recommend rounding out your trip with a visit to historic Tallheo Cannery Inn / Bed & Breakfast. From the moment you tie up to the private dock you'll feel as though you're stepping back in time. The trail to the complex is perched high atop a rock ledge and lined with antique kerosene lanterns. The views of the bay are spectacular; dolphins seals and eagles abound. Occupancy: 15 rooms with double or twin beds. For more information, click here

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Travel Adventures in the Great Bear Rain Forest.

Serving the area for: Hakai Marine Park, Fjordlands Recreational Area, Klemtu, Fitz Hugh Sound, Spider Islands, Bella Bella, Shearwater, Namu, Fisher Channel, Codville Lagoon, Sagar Lake, Ocean Falls, Dean Channel, the Inside Passage, North Bentinck Arm, Elcho Harbour, Eucott Bay, Kynoch Inlet, Oliver Cove & Bella Coola.