Coordinated launch support
Licensed boat transport support
Licensed boat transport support may be arranged for groups that want help with drop-off, pickup, or reducing exposed paddling distance.
We coordinate with a licensed marine operator so groups can shorten exposed paddling, time their launch to a workable weather window, or get help with heavier expedition loads. Every trip is arranged on a per-group basis.
Operator: Barkley Sounder
We coordinate boat transport with Barkley Sounder (operator: Kevin), a licensed marine operator working out of Bamfield.
- Capacity
- Max 10 passengers · Max 6 kayaks
- Routes
- Bamfield to Broken Group drop-off points; Broken Group pickup back to Bamfield; Custom drop-off / pickup pairings on request
- Pricing
- Typically $225/hour, including the operator's return time to Bamfield. Final quote depends on route, timing, load, weather, sea conditions, and job-specific circumstances.
- Reservation
- Request-to-confirm. Minimum 3 days advance notice preferred. Trips are subject to marine weather, sea state, and the operator's safety judgment. Timing or routing may shift on short notice.
When boat transport support helps
- Groups that want to reduce exposed paddling distance into the Broken Group.
- Groups working with a limited weather window who need a flexible start.
- Groups planning drop-off or pickup support closer to their intended camp area.
- Groups carrying heavier expedition gear that benefits from shore support.
How it works
- 01Tell us your group size, dates, and route idea
- 02We coordinate with a licensed marine operator
- 03Timing and route are confirmed based on conditions
- 04Your group receives final instructions before launch
Important conditions
Important: Final timing is subject to weather, marine conditions, operator availability, route, capacity, and safety judgment.
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