Tours
Join a guided tour from Gorge Harbour. Need help planning your stay? Ask our team at the Gorge Harbour Marina Resort - we'd love to help plan your stay!
Sailing & Whale Watching Experience with Misty Isles Adventures
11:00 AM-5:00 PM | 6 Hours | Summer 2026
Departures from Smelt Bay Provincial Park:
July 11, 18, 25 · August 1, 8, 15 · September 5, 2026
Departures from Gorge Harbour Marina Resort:
July 18 · August 30, 2026
Each year from spring through fall, humpback whales return to the rich coastal waters of British Columbia, feeding in the nutrient-filled channels surrounding Cortes Island and the Discovery Islands. These waters have sustained marine life for thousands of years and offer some of the best opportunities to witness these remarkable animals in their natural habitat.
Join Misty Isles aboard a traditionally rigged schooner for a relaxed and immersive journey through this vibrant marine ecosystem. With steady summer winds and open horizons, this is as much about the experience of sailing as it is about the wildlife itself.
Trip Details
Includes a beach stop with time to explore or swim
Private washroom onboard
Coffee, tea, and fresh cookies served from the galley.
Looking for more? Misty Isles offers a variety of sailing & kayaking adventures throughout the season. Visit their website to explore.
Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals with Cortes Kayaks
May through September
3 Hour guided kayak tours on Cortes Island are available with Cortes Kayaks. Locally owned and operated, Cortes Kayaks offers day trips and multiday trips including tours evening sunset & bioluminescence kayak tours. Tours typically depart from Gorge Harbour or Manson Landing.
Fishing Charters with Quadra Island Boat Tours
4 to 9 hours
Want to experience some of the best fishing waters on the Pacific Coast? Here you can find many different types of salmon like Chinook, Coho, Sockeye, Pink and Chum. Learn more about private fishing charters from Quadra Island Boat Tours.
Gorge Harbour guests may use promo code: whale_song for 10% off when booking.
Private Boat Tours with Quadra Island Boat Tours
4 to 9 hours
Our tours are fully customizable! Enjoy full control of where you want to go and what you want to see amongst the beautiful areas that Quadra and Cortes Islands have to offer. Learn more about private boat tours from Quadra Island Boat Tours.
Gorge Harbour guests may use promo code: whale_song for 10% off when booking.
Whale Watching Tour
with Eagle Eye Adventures
Tours daily from May 1 to October 15, 2026
6 hours
Join us on this incredible tour, by covered boat, for a chance to witness a diverse range of wildlife, including orcas, humpbacks, gray whales, minke whales, Pacific white-sided dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lions, and even bears along the shoreline.
Our knowledgeable team is enthusiastic about sharing their expertise, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience. Don't pass up this unique opportunity to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.
Whale Watching & Eco Tours with Wild Waterways Adventures
Tours daily from April to November 2026
Explore the wild beauty of Desolation Sound and the Discovery Islands with Wild Waterways Adventures, by zodiac, offering guided eco-tours directly from Gorge Harbour Marina Resort.
These small-group experiences take guests deep into coastal wilderness, where sightings may include humpback whales, orcas, black bears, grizzly bears, bald eagles, and more. Depending on the tour, journeys can venture into Desolation Sound, Toba Inlet, Bute Inlet, and the tidal rapids surrounding Sonora Island.
Tour Options Include:
Into the Wild (4 hours, April to November)
A half-day adventure exploring nearby waterways with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Bald Eagle & Tidal Rapids Adventure (5 hours, June to mid-July)
A seasonal experience timed with peak tidal movements, where hundreds of bald eagles gather in a remarkable feeding display.
Spring Great Bear Adventure (7 hours, May to June)
A full-day journey into remote mainland inlets in search of black bears and grizzly bears feeding along the shoreline.
Majestic Whales Adventure (7 hours, April to November)
A full-day exploration covering a wide area, with opportunities to encounter humpback whales, orcas, bears, and more.
Tree of Life – West Thurlow Island (6 hours, April to November)
Combines a scenic boat journey with a guided walk through old-growth forest, featuring a remarkable ancient cedar.
All Time Adventure (7 hours, April to November)
A fully customizable private experience, from wildlife viewing to swimming, beach stops, or exploring remote coastal locations.
Tours can depart directly from Gorge Harbour by private charter, making it a seamless add-on experience during your stay.
Visit the Wild Waterways Adventures website to explore tour options and book your experience.
Grizzly Bear Expedition
with Eagle Eye Adventures
Tours daily from late August 26 to mid-October 15, 2026
7.5 hours (late August to mid-October)
Guided By Klahoose First Nation and Eagle Eye Adventures.
Explore the beauty of Toba Inlet with Klahoose Coastal Adventures. After a mesmerizing boat journey through the Inlet's dramatic cliffs and waterfalls, join our seasoned guides and Klahoose First Nation guides to venture into the heart of Grizzly bear territory.