Our Tour Boats
2021 built, state-of-the-art, 12-passenger landing craft tour boats are unlike any other in Campbell River. Our tour boats offer an all-in-one package where adventure meets comfort. Onboard toilet, USB charging ports, cozy seating, and a 12-passenger maximum means your experience is relaxed and personable.
χawgəs (Howgus)
Meaning grizzly bear in the Homalco language
ƛoχʷay (Klohoy)
Meaning salmon in the Homalco language
Our tour boats uniquely feature two seating options for every guest. On tour you have access to both!
- 12 Comfort Seats inside the heated cabin
- Motorcoach quality bucket seat with arm rests, beverage holders and USB charging stations
- 12 Adventure Seats outside on the front deck
- Comfortable bucket seats
- Adventure seats are similar to riding a zodiac…but better because there is a bathroom and warm cabin behind you if needed!
Tour Boat Specs:
- Landing craft design with front deck that lowers to allow guests to walk directly off the boat onto a shore/beach in areas without docks
- Extra-wide-and-tall, heated cabin for guest comfort and spaciousness
- Extra-large windows in the cabin — the largest in any tour boats in Campbell River — allow for unprecedented wildlife and nature viewing
- Easy-access toilet inside cabin
- Twin fuel-efficient Yamaha 300HP outboard motors
- State-of-the-art navigation and electronics for guest safety
Tour Boat Comparison Chart
| Features | Other Companies | Our Tour Boats |
|---|---|---|
| 100% Indigenous owned | No | Yes |
| Custom designed landing craft style | Mostly Not | Yes |
| Brand new in 2021 | No | Yes |
| Two seats for every passenger | No | Yes |
| Adventure seats and comfort seats on every tour! | Mostly Not | Yes |
| Can wear your own clothes, no bulky suits needed | Many Not | Yes |
| Heated cabin | Some | Yes |
| Washrooms | Some | Yes |
| Can easily make shore landings | Mostly Not | Yes |
| Hydrophone equipped | Some | Yes |
| Beautiful with authentic First Nations art decor | No | Yes |
| Handy amenities such as USB charging ports and drink holders built in | Some | Yes |
| Extra Large windows in cabin for optimal viewing | No | Yes |
| State of the art navigation system | Some | Yes |
Artwork on both tour boats were designed by Homalco First Nation artists:
Marselis Carmichael (youth)
ihos and grizzly bear on χawgəs (Howgus)
Sherman Pallen
raven/sun and moon/salmon on ƛoχʷay (Klohoy)
