{"product_id":"great-bear-rainforest-hot-springs-trak-expedition","title":"Great Bear Rainforest Hot Springs - TRAK Expeditions: August 2026","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 190, 214);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntermediate Experience Pre-requisite \/ Focus on Natural Interpretation and Hot Springs Exploration!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great Bear Rainforest, West Coast of British Columbia, Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 days \/ 7 nights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDates:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 1-8, August 8-15\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003eA18 - 65\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-way guided expedition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArrival\/Departure Airport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrace, British Columbia, Canada\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the lush, biodiverse region of Kemano Sound and Doulas Channel and revitalize yourself after paddling days by plunging into three natural hot springs. Gaze upward forested and glaciated peaks while relaxing your muscles after solid days of paddling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis route is shorter in distance than an Inside Passage and Outer Coast expedition, allowing additional time for exploration and relaxation in the wondrous environment of the Great Bear Rainforest!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife viewing opportunities (seals, eagles, salmon, black and grizzly bears, whales)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to 3 Remote Hot Springs: Shearwater, Weenwanie and Bishop Bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully catered and expertly led by professional sea kayak guides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEcological interpretation and wilderness instruction in one of the most scenic yet protected section of the inside passage route\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Your Trip Leader\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/necky_dave_profile_73526a55-369d-4103-986d-57e22fbc1bbc.png?v=1791316180\" alt=\"\" width=\"249\" height=\"249\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMateo Cariglino \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMateo originally hails from Vancouver, British Columbia. His sense of adventure stems from his youth where he led hiking and paddling trips along BC’s sunshine coast for local kids. This experience was formative and drove him to pursue an academic understanding and technical mastery of the rugged coastlines he enjoys paddling in. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe now lives in the charming community of Daajing Giids on Haida Gwaii and operates Haida Gwaii Kayak (HGK). He feels strongly that TRAK’s product and the HGK are aligned in helping paddlers reach the inaccessible without compromising on technical quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMateo's guiding experience extends to the far reaches of New Zealand, Colombia, Brazil and much of BC’s vast West Coast – with familiarity in a dynamic array of ocean conditions. He has had the pleasure of guiding people from all backgrounds and aspires to leave those he tours with a distilled sense of wonder and respect for the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/Bio-image_2.jpg?v=1791317593\" alt=\"\" width=\"398\" height=\"265\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamping Setting and Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tour is conducted in a wilderness back country setting in an iconic temperate rainforest. Occasionally, we may stop at BC Parks managed recreation site where rustic shelters or rustic bathroom facilities are present. Otherwise, this is a Leave No Trace expedition and guests should be prepared to backcountry camp. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuests are expected to be able to paddle consistently at a speed of 2 knots for 4-5 hours a day and be prepared to paddle for up to 3 hours between breaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaritime weather systems and coastal environments are dynamic and as such guests should be comfortable with strong headwind, tailwinds, surf landings and up to 2m swells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a remote area and with no support vessel or amenities. Paddlers will carry all personal and group equipment and food for the duration of the trip. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis expedition is suited to those with a group mentality and a readiness to contribute to shared day to day tasks. Including carrying boats and equipment, dishes, bear hangs, firewood collection etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants should be physically and mentally fit. This means being able to manage interpersonal group dynamics as well as self advocate emotional and physical well being to other participants in a timely manner. Other personal care includes the following.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonal gear organization. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature and rain management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTent and tarp set up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKayak care and maintenance on expedition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the departure and destination are set, participants must be flexible regarding daily objectives as guides respond to weather, tides and group ability. We recommend arriving a day early and planning to depart a day after the trip end, just in case weather conditions compromise our intended route plan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting Here\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrip participants will meet in the small town of \u003cstrong\u003eTerrace, BC\u003c\/strong\u003e to meet their guides, collect their group gear, and kick off their adventure in a good way. Terrace is also where everyone will return after the trip has been completed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/29472_935ec251-f2c2-4b98-96d0-b0fa301d1809.jpg?v=1791318322\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Air: \u003c\/strong\u003eTerrace Airport (YXT) can be reached from Vancouver International (YVR), Calgary International (YYC), or Edmonton International Airport (YEG). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Vehicle: \u003c\/strong\u003eTerrace is located on an iconic BC road trip route, and can be reached from the west via Prince Rupert (with ferry service from Vancouver Island), or from the East, via HWY 16.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Terrace, each group of paddlers will be transported to their starting point in the Great Bear Rainforest through a combination of prearranged shuttles and water taxis. Once dropped off with their TRAK bags and gear, participants will assemble their kayaks, load up for a week-long expedition, and begin their adventure with support from local guides. At the end of the trip, a water taxi will pick everyone up and the group will be returned to Terrace for a debrief and celebratory meal before finding their own way home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWant to learn more?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trakkayaks.com\/pages\/contact-trak\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact TRAK HQ\u003c\/a\u003e directly or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/caleb-trakkayaks\/trak-trips-q-a-session\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebook a meeting with Caleb\u003c\/a\u003e, our Chief Paddling Officer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRAK Kayaks","offers":[{"title":"I'll bring my own TRAK \/ August 1-8 2027","offer_id":50573981122800,"sku":null,"price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"I'll bring my own TRAK \/ August 8-15 2027","offer_id":50575609823472,"sku":null,"price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"I'll need to rent a kayak \/ August 1-8 2027","offer_id":50573981155568,"sku":null,"price":3595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"I'll need to rent a kayak \/ August 8-15 2027","offer_id":50575609856240,"sku":null,"price":3595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/GreatBearHotsprings.png?v=1791245027","url":"https:\/\/www.trakkayaks.com\/products\/great-bear-rainforest-hot-springs-trak-expedition","provider":"TRAK Kayaks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}