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Takaya TOurs First Nation Canoe & Kayak Adventure

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Experience culture, tradition, and history as you tour the waters of Indian Arm by canoe or kayak

Tour Types

1. Traditional West Coast Canoe Tour: Experience our traditional songs, stories and drumming with First Nation guides on this two hour guided tour along the waters of Burrard Inlet and Indian Arm. For group booking rates call 604-904-7410 or email groups@takayatours.com.

2. Spawning Salmon Tours: Salmon is a very sacred and respected fish for the West Coast First Nations of British Columbia. When it’s time to give birth to the next generation they make their life’s journey back to their birth place. Salmon is a keystone species for the Tsleil-Waututh Nation. Since time out of mind Tsleil-Waututh have occupied the Indian River watershed and been stewards for Indian River salmon. Come and join Takaya Tours new “Spawning Salmon Tour” from mid August to mid November for an experience you will never forget! While on the “Spawning Salmon Tour” you can expect to see a host of other wildlife species such as seals, river otters, eagles and a variety of other birds. We will also be in the active habitats of deer, elk, black bears, cougars and even wolves. Although sighting any of these larger animals is less likely, the possibility is ever present. Our fully trained guides will walk with you through the ancestral trails along the Indian River banks where the fish pools are. The trails are moderate for everyone to come and experience the tour. We look forward to seeing you! For group booking rates call 604-904-7410 or email groups@takayatours.com.

3. Ancestral Rainforest Walk: Listen to ancient knowledge and wisdom of traditional methods used for identifying and harvesting indigenous flora and fauna on this two hour ground tour through the ancestral ground of Whey-ah-Wichen (Faces the Wind) Park [download map 256k].

Please contact us for more information or to book your event by phone at 604-904-7410 or by email at groups@takayatours.com.

Tour Features

Share a unique cultural experience with your group, and take away memories that will last a lifetime. Our customized events can include:

Cultural Activities: Experience our traditional songs, stories and drumming with First Nation guides.

Traditional Salmon Feast (Optional): Enjoy our traditionally prepared grilled salmon after your canoe or kayak experience.

School Groups

See eagles, sea stars, seals and more while you tour the calm waters of Indian Arm! Our 12 passenger traditional style ocean-going canoes provide the perfect means to safely introduce students to the rich marine environment of Indian Arm while they learn about the Tsleil-Waututh history of the area. First Nation guides will sing songs, tell legends and share stories. Continue the experience on land with an Ancestral Rainforest Walk where students will listen to ancient knowledge and wisdom of traditional methods used for identifying and harvesting indigenous flora and fauna.

Dates: May 1 – September 30; Monday - Friday
Intensity: Low
Prerequisite: None

Please contact us for more information or to book your event by phone at 604-904-7410 or by email at groups@takayatours.com.

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