Our Adventures
Time after time, customer after customer, we hear our tours are the "Trip of a Lifetime". Imagine watching whales breach in the wild ocean, seeing the elusive Spirit Bear in the wilderness, or visiting ancient Native villages along remote shores. Experienced biologists, educators, and professional crew ensure informative, safe and ecologically sensitive trips. After 30 years in operation, you can count on us for an outstanding trip!
Bluewater trips provide a small ship experience comparable to no other. Our crew, our knowledge and our unique travel style combine to give you an unforgettable adventure. Our Itineraries remain flexible to accommodate wildlife sightings and interests of the group making no two trips the same.
Timelessness
Bluewater trips have a timeless quality. They bring us back in contact with the natural world of British Columbia and Alaska – a world where life slows down so that we can appreciate the big and small, have our spirit raised by the amazing grandeur of landscapes, and be thrilled by wildlife. It is an honour to be able to share an hour (or is it just a few moments) with a bear living its life the intensity of catching a salmon, just sleeping carefree or tender playfulness with a cub. A dolphin leaps out of the water. A raven cartwheels in the air. That is what these trips are timeless moments shared with wildlife, with wilderness, with ourselves and loved ones. It reminds us of the importance to make the time for renewal and adventure in our busy lives. On each trip we are committed to introducing participants to the wonders of nature.
Respect for Wildlife
On our trips we take a cautious approach in our observation of wildlife. We do not want to apply any pressure to these animals that could result in a change in their behaviour or in them returning less frequently. We do not “chase” the whales or bears with our boats in the interests of getting closer for a better photograph. We feel, in fact, that in being very relaxed around wildlife that we enjoy more frequent contact, and gain the opportunity to observe interesting and spectacular natural behaviours.
Commitment to Learning
An experienced naturalist leads daily walks ashore and often provides short evening slide shows or presentations. Participants find learning engages their curiosity, and enriches the trip immensely. They keep track of all the species you will encounter on your trip and help to inform you about the natural history, wildlife and culture in your destination.