Tell Us About Your Company.
Maple Leaf Adventure Company is a premier award winning outdoor excursion operator since 1986 known for its unique cruising experiences on British Columbia’s stunning coastal landscape. With a commitment to sustainable tourism and a passion for showcasing the beauty of the west coast and our local communities through the most unique experiences aboard one of our 3 ship-fleet: Swell, our handsome working coastal tugboat; Maple Leaf: a beautiful classic schooner; and, Cascadia, our luxury catamaran. We offer a diverse range of ship expeditions and itineraries, as well as inland activities such as guided hikes through ancient forests, true wildlife and coastal adventure views and excursions, with unforgettable exploring opportunities amid pristine waterways and inlets where larger ships cannot access.
Our exceptional team of experienced all-local guides and crew join us aboard and offer extensive knowledge of the local marine, flora, fauna, cultural history and communities, ensuring every expedition is both educational and enriching. Whether embarking on an expedition cruise to the Great Bear Rainforest, or meeting the local community in Haida Gwaii’s remote villages, our guests can expect a warm welcoming and a deep connection with the spectacular BC west coast and experiences.
We take pride in setting ourselves apart through our exclusive destinations, unique experiences, environmental conservation, actively supporting local communities, and promoting regenerative tourism and practices. Our tours are small group with personalized experiences. With a dedication to creating our unforgettable outdoor experiences while preserving the wilderness and shoreline, Maple Leaf Adventures s an award winning company representing the best in responsible adventure tourism.
What Are your Unique Selling Points?
Maple Leaf Adventures distinguishes ourselves as a unique expedition cruise company through several key features which set us apart from others in the adventure tourism industry.
Firstly, our company offers exclusive access to some of Canada‘s most remote and pristine wilderness areas providing small group guests, with unparalleled opportunities for exploration and discovery on their journey. We have special permits for exclusive access to areas that other ships cannot reach. We offer west coast itineraries aboard 3 different vessels. Each expedition delves deep into local culture and history, offering rare insights to the regions indigenous heritage and contemporary life.
We pride ourself with our commitment to sustainable and regenerative tourism practices. We support local conservation initiatives reducing our environmental footprint while maximizing our positive impact on local communities and ecosystems.
At Maple Leaf Adventures, we are proud of our all-local team of highly knowledgeable and experience guides who are passionate about welcoming and sharing their expertise and love of the outdoors, marine life, and activities with our guests. The guides ensure that every excursion is safe and enjoyable and educational and immersive, providing valuable insights into the nature and cultural history of the areas we venture to.
We offer a combination of unique exclusive access, environmental stewardship and exceptional expert guidance that appeals to travelers seeking true unique, authentic and impactful expedition and west coast wilderness experiences.
What is your most popular itinerary/destination?
"Great Bear Rainforest Expeditions": Guests embark on a journey through the pristine wilderness of the Great Bear Rainforest, home to rare wildlife including the elusive Spirit Bears, coastal wolves, and orcas viewing opportunities. This itinerary combines adventure with conservation, as travellers learn about efforts to protect this unique ecosystem in a wilderness the size of Ireland.
"Haida Gwaii Expedition": An unmatched experience for your clients to step back in time. Discover the rich cultural heritage of the Haida people while exploring the stunning archipelago of Haida Gwaii. Highlights include visits to ancient Haida villages, encounters with local artisans and the communities, with opportunities to observe diverse natural exploration of the marine and bird life on shore.
"Inside Passage Expedition": This itinerary explores the breathtaking Inside Passage of British Columbia and Southeast Alaska, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing, whale watching, and visits to remote coastal communities in the spring and summer aboard Swell.
“Vancouver Island and Culinary Trips” Visiting the wild side of Vancouver Island.
"Salish Sea Expedition": This itinerary explores the diverse marine environments of the Salish Sea, including the Gulf Islands and San Juan Islands. Activities may include kayaking, hiking, and wildlife watching, with a focus on conservation and sustainable travel practices.
What is new for 2024/25?
Solo Travel special offer
Whether your clients are singles, couples or age groups the have options! Solo travelers may book their own private cabin with ensure, without paying a single supplement on the select sailings. Includes our Sailish Sea Expedition in April aboard Swell,Whales and Wild Island of the Great Bear Rainforest in July and August aboard Cascadia, and Culinary Adventures (Craft Beer cruise board Swell; or Wines and Isand Aboard Cascadia.
Cascadia airlift from YVR included
For guests who book a Haida Gwaii sailing aboard Cascadia, airfare from Vancouver will be arranged and covered by Maple Leaf Adventures. Guests will step into the natural world aboard our 138ft luxury catamaran, Cascadia, crewed by passionate local guides and a Haida story tells and enjoy amazing culinary experiences.
Meet the team.
Co-owners: Maureen Gordon and Kevin Smith
The crew and team: https://mapleleafadventures.com/about/crew-staff/
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